Valvoline Instant Oil Change Franchise: Cost, Fees & Earnings
2,039 locations (2025), +8.7% YoY(Item 20)
A Valvoline Instant Oil Change franchise requires an estimated total investment of $192,375 to $639,550, including a $30,000 initial franchise fee (2026 FDD, Item 7). Franchisees pay an ongoing royalty of 2% of revenue (+2 variants) (Item 6). Per its disclosed Item 19 P&L, the average unit ran roughly a 28.79% EBITDA margin in FY2025 — company-operated unit figures, before the royalty and ad fees a franchisee pays; unaudited.
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Median Revenue (AUV)
$1,599,409
Source: 2026 FDD, Item 19
Initial Investment
$192,375 – $639,550
Source: 2026 FDD, Item 7
Franchise Fee
$30,000
Source: 2026 FDD, Item 5
Royalty
2% of revenue (+2 variants)
Source: 2026 FDD, Item 6
Valvoline Instant Oil Change Franchise Key Facts
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Investment | $192,375 – $639,550Source: 2026 FDD, Item 7 | |
| Initial Franchise Fee | $30,000Source: 2026 FDD, Item 5 | |
| Royalty | 2% of revenue (+2 variants)Source: 2026 FDD, Item 6 | |
| Median Revenue (AUV) | $1,599,409Source: 2026 FDD, Item 19 | |
| Total Locations | 2,039 (2025)Source: Item 20 |
Valvoline Instant Oil Change Franchise Fees
Initial franchise fee(Item 5)
$30,000
Ongoing royalty(Item 6)
2% of revenue (+2 variants)
National ad / brand fund(Item 6)
2% up_to
Local marketing spend(Item 6)
3%
Buildout / construction(Item 7)
$1,550,000 – $2,750,000
Additional Item 5–6 fees (transfer, renewal, area development, and any veteran discounts) are not yet parsed on Franchable — see the brand's FDD for the full fee schedule.
About Valvoline Instant Oil Change
Valvoline Instant Oil Change Franchising, Inc. (VIOCF) offers quick-service oil change and automotive maintenance franchises. Franchisees operate Valvoline Instant Oil Change Centers that provide engine oil changes, chassis lubrication, preventive maintenance, and other routine automotive services.
What Valvoline Instant Oil Change's FDD Discloses
Per Valvoline Instant Oil Change's disclosed Item 19 P&L, the average unit ran an approximately 28.79% EBITDA margin in FY2025. Figures reflect company-operated units, before the royalty and 2% ad fees a franchisee pays, and are unaudited. Individual results vary.
The largest disclosed cost line for the average Valvoline Instant Oil Change unit was Labor, at about 26.89% of revenue (disclosed Item 19, FY2025).
In 2025, Valvoline Instant Oil Change's franchised system recorded 117 franchised openings, 2 closures (Item 20).
Gross Sales by Performance TierSource: 2026 FDD Item 19
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Additional Item 19 Analysis
Deeper Item 19 Analysis (Charts 3–6)
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Valvoline Instant Oil Change Franchise FAQ
How much does a Valvoline Instant Oil Change franchise cost?
Per Item 7 of the 2026 FDD Franchise Disclosure Document, the estimated initial investment ranges from $192,375 to $639,550.
What is the Valvoline Instant Oil Change franchise fee?
The FDD reports an initial franchise fee of $30,000.
What royalty does Valvoline Instant Oil Change charge?
The FDD reports an ongoing royalty of 2% of revenue (+2 variants).
How much revenue does a Valvoline Instant Oil Change franchise generate?
The 2026 FDD reports a median revenue per unit of $1,599,409 for fiscal year 2025. Individual results vary.
How much does a Valvoline Instant Oil Change franchise owner make?
Per Valvoline Instant Oil Change's disclosed Item 19 P&L, the average unit generated $482,875 in EBITDA in FY2025, before debt service, taxes, and owner compensation. Figures reflect company-operated units, before the royalty and 2% ad fees a franchisee pays, and are unaudited.
Can I finance a Valvoline Instant Oil Change franchise with an SBA loan?
Many franchise purchases are financed with SBA 7(a) loans covering a large share of the total project cost. You can check what you'd qualify for with Franchable's free SBA prequalification.
Data sourced from the brand's Franchise Disclosure Document. Franchable is not affiliated with or endorsed by Valvoline Instant Oil Change. This is not an offer to sell a franchise. Individual results vary.