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3 Best Oil Change Services in Toronto (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

Talise Sterling
By Talise Sterling, Goods and Shopping · ✓ Data verified July 2026 · 7 min read

A dashboard warning light rarely waits for a convenient afternoon. The oil change services in Toronto below have logged just over 5,200 reviews between them, and the top name sits at 4.9 stars on 1,650 of those, so the harder question isn't whether they're any good, it's which one fits your car and your afternoon.

Short answer: Take 5 Oil Change on Lake Shore Blvd W leads at 4.9 stars across 1,650 reviews, prized for its drive-thru speed and no-pressure upsells. Spadina Auto (4.7, 1,074 reviews) is the pick for anything beyond a quick fluid swap, and Mr. Lube + Tires (4.4, 2,558 reviews) carries the most reviews of the three if a tire check needs to happen the same visit.
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Toronto Oil Change Services, Side by Side

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 Take 5 Oil Change 4.9 1,650 Fastest drive-thru oil change View ›
2 Mr. Lube + Tires 4.4 2,558 Highest review volume, tire work same visit View ›
3 Spadina Auto 4.7 1,074 Broader repairs beyond a basic oil change View ›
3 Best Oil Change Services in Toronto (2026)

Our top picks, reviewed

Take 5 Oil Change logo
#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Take 5 Oil Change

4.91,650 Google reviews

Take 5 Oil Change runs a drive-thru service model out of its Etobicoke location: you stay in the car while a technician handles the oil, checks fluid levels and tire pressure, and cleans the windows. It's part of a national quick-lube chain built around not needing an appointment. The Lake Shore Blvd W shop also handles tire changes and other add-on services beyond the core oil change.

What people praise

  • In and out in under 10 to 15 minutes for most visits
  • No pressure to buy add-ons, pricing explained up front
  • Staff walk you through what was checked and changed
  • Handles tire changes too, not just oil
Reputation scorecardrank in Toronto
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume1,650 · 85th
Confidencevery high
Recency2 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown94% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The easiest recommendation on this page if speed and a no-hassle visit matter most. The 4.9 rating rests on a real base of 1,650 reviews, not a handful.

2308 Lake Shore Blvd W, Etobicoke, ON M8V 1B5

Mr. Lube + Tires logo
#2🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Mr. Lube + Tires

4.42,558 Google reviews

Mr. Lube + Tires operates as a full quick-service shop, oil changes, tire sales and repair, battery checks and tune-ups, out of its East York location. It's part of a large Canadian chain, and this branch alone has racked up 2,558 reviews, the most of any business on this page. Customers describe staff diagnosing tire pressure issues and fixing them on the spot at no charge.

What people praise

  • Staff diagnose and fix small issues like tire leaks without extra charges
  • Booking and walk-in process described as smooth
  • Technicians explain the work and answer questions patiently
  • Handles both oil and tire needs in one stop

Worth knowing

  • One customer reported a repeated flat-tire issue after service and felt the explanation offered fell short
Reputation scorecardrank in Toronto
Rating4.4 / 5
Review volume2,558 · 91th
Confidencevery high
Recency3 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown80% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Ranks second on volume even with a slightly lower rating than the others here. Worth it if you want oil and tires handled in the same appointment.

61 Overlea Blvd, East York, ON M4H 1C2

Spadina Auto logo
#3🕑 Open 6 days/wk

Spadina Auto

4.71,074 Google reviews

Spadina Auto is a general auto repair shop in downtown Toronto rather than a dedicated quick-lube outlet, so it handles oil changes alongside brake work, tire sourcing, and diagnostics. Reviewers repeatedly name the same technician, Wayne, for walking customers through repairs with photos and clear pricing before work starts.

What people praise

  • Detailed quotes with photos before repairs begin
  • Same-day or next-day turnaround on most jobs
  • Staff explain the reasoning behind a repair, not just the cost
  • Handles emergency tire sourcing, not just routine maintenance

Worth knowing

  • A general repair shop first, so a simple oil change may take longer here than at a dedicated quick-lube outlet
Reputation scorecardrank in Toronto
Rating4.7 / 5
Review volume1,074 · 74th
Confidencevery high
Recency2 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown89% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The pick if your car needs more than fluids this visit. It lands third here on volume, not because the service is weaker. Its 4.7 rating is solid, just built on fewer total reviews than the two quick-lube chains ahead of it.

111 Strachan Ave, Toronto, ON M6J 2S7

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How we score

Rating is the live Google average. Review volume measures how many customers actually left a review, ranked against the other businesses on this page. Confidence weighs the rating against that volume, a 4.9 built on 1,650 reviews counts for more than the same score on a dozen. Recency checks how recently people are still reviewing. No business can pay to change any of these numbers.

How much does an oil change cost in Toronto? (2026)

Price mostly comes down to oil type. Conventional oil is the cheapest option, synthetic blends cost more, and full synthetic runs highest, plus most shops add a fee if your car needs a specialty filter or extra quarts for a larger engine. None of the shops on this page publish a fixed online price list, so ask for the out-the-door total before you commit.

Serving all of Toronto

These three cover Etobicoke, East York, and downtown near Strachan Ave and Trinity Bellwoods, with Take 5 and Mr. Lube both sitting near major arterial roads for an easy in-and-out. Searching for an oil change near me in Toronto will usually surface one of them first.

What to ask before you book an oil change

  • Is the price quoted for conventional, synthetic blend, or full synthetic oil?
  • Do they check tire pressure and fluid levels as part of the visit?
  • Is there a wait, or can you book a specific slot?
  • Do they show or explain what was replaced, like the filter?
  • Can they handle a tire issue in the same visit if one comes up?

Frequently asked questions

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from public Google data. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner (badge and top placement), but that never changes another business’s score or position.

How did you choose these oil change services?

We pulled real, verified Google ratings and review counts for oil change services in Toronto, then ranked them on rating, review volume, and how recently people are still leaving reviews.

How often is this updated?

This page reflects data verified in July 2026 and gets refreshed periodically as new reviews come in.

Do I need an appointment for a quick oil change?

Take 5 and Mr. Lube both operate on a walk-in, no-appointment model. Spadina Auto, as a general repair shop, may ask you to book ahead for anything beyond a quick top-up.

How long does an oil change actually take?

Reviewers at the drive-thru style shops on this page report waits as short as 10 to 15 minutes for a straightforward oil change.

The bottom line

For a fast, no-fuss oil change, Take 5 is the safe default at 4.9 stars across 1,650 reviews. If your car needs more attention than a quick top-up, call Spadina Auto first and ask for a quote before you commit.

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