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Sam's Hybrid Auto Repair logoHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%84+45.8Reliability 24%70+17Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%33+2.3Momentum penalty37−6.3Experts Score= 73Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.73SCORE

Sam's Hybrid Auto Repair

San Antonio, TX · Grade BLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #496Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 588 auto repair shops · 4.9★ from 279 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other auto repair shops (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: craft & service and value; weakest: replies to reviews.

SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Sam's Hybrid Auto Repair is better than 84% of auto repair shops.A
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ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Sam's Hybrid Auto Repair is better than 70% of auto repair shops.B
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Craft & serviceCraft & service · 0% of the scoreGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Sam's Hybrid Auto Repair is better than 100% of auto repair shops.A
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Sam's Hybrid Auto Repair is better than 100% of auto repair shops.A
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MomentumMomentum · 0% of the scorePenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Sam's Hybrid Auto Repair is better than 37% of auto repair shops.D
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Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Sam's Hybrid Auto Repair is better than 33% of auto repair shops.D
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Customers hired Sam's Hybrid Auto Repair for 8 kinds of job.

Sam's Hybrid Auto Repair for oil change

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.9
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).5.00
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.—
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 72/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Oil change”:Stars on this job 55%Number of such jobs 25%Overall Experts Score 20%Stars are pulled toward the category average when a company has few tagged jobs, so 3 perfect reviews don’t beat 80 great ones. 4.3★ scores 0, 5.0★ scores full. Volume is compared with the busiest company for this job.#312 / 414

All 9 Google reviews tagged “Oil change”

John7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 years ago★★★★★

Sam is the most honest and knowledgeable mechanic I've ever met. If you're having issues with your Toyota Prius don't hesitate to stop by his shop. He'll take care of you!

BatteryAuto engine diagnosticElectrical repair
Amanda3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 years ago★★★★★

The BEST service you can get!! Sam deserves a lot more credit than what can be put into words in a review. He's honest, trustworthy, and experienced!! I found Sam (like some of you may be doing) through his Google reviews. My 2007 Prius red triangle came on suddenly while I was leaving work and within 2 minutes, I…

Auto engine diagnosticGeneral repairs & maintenanceOil change
HajarchiLocal Guide · 28 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 years ago★★★★★

I first met Sam in 2019 as my Hybrid Prius was having problems. Sam is so knowledgeable about the car and was able to pinpoint that I needed a battery replacement. He saved me thousands of dollars by providing a great deal on his services. I have gone back to Sam for oil changes and will continue to go back for all of my car repairs.

BatteryGeneral repairs & maintenanceOil change
Wyatt13 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 years ago★★★★★

Sam is great! I had decided to go to him after reading other people’s Google Reviews. My Prius had flashed a code that prompted me to call the dealership where they told me I had to replace the ABS Actuator and quoted me upwards of $3k. Sam flushed and cleaned the engine and replaced my rear brakes and the pressure…

Auto brake repairBatteryBrakes
mateoLocal Guide · 10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 years ago★★★★★

Thank Goodness for Sam!! !! He definitely is a life saver. I was about ready to junk my car and because of his honesty I decided not to. My 2008 Prius was back on the road in no time. His passion and knowledge about hybrid vehicle is amazing. I had taken it to the dealer and what would have costed me $4,500 was…

A/C installation & repairAir & cabin filter replacementBattery+ Quality+ Professionalism
Billy2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 years ago★★★★★

Best place for a hybrid car owner! Knows his information, and very VERY fair on prices! We took our car to the Toyota dealer of Boerne TX and they tried to RUIN my car because we wouldn't get it fixed there but Sam saved us!

BatteryBrakesOil change+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
MikeLocal Guide · 17 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 years ago★★★★★

Sam’s is by far the best private mechanic I’ve been to for Toyota Prius repairs. Excellent shop, professional service and honest assessment of what needs attention. If you have a hybrid, go here!

Auto engine diagnosticEngine repairOil change+ Quality+ Professionalism+ Value
Ben5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 years ago★★★★★

I was very fortunate to find Sam’s shop. He is extremely experienced, having worked in dealerships in the past. The service and value is far better than the dealership can offer though. Sam knows his way around cars, particularly hybrids, and is quick to diagnose the problem and clear in explaining the options for…

A/C installation & repairAuto engine diagnosticEngine repair+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Samantha5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

BatteryBrakesGeneral repairs & maintenance+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism

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Price verdictsGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Great price 60%Reasonable 20%Overpriced 0%Not sure 20%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
General repairs & maintenance23—
Auto engine diagnostic14—
Battery14—
Electrical repair13—
Oil change9—
Engine repair7—
Brakes6—
Electrical5—

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