Valvoline Instant Oil Change Franchise: Cost, Fees & Earnings
2,039 locations (2025), +8.7% YoY(Item 20)
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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
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.
Gross Sales by Performance TierSource: 2026 FDD Item 19
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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.
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.