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Valvoline Instant Oil Change

Oil change service · Avondale, AZ · reviewed since 2025

How 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%85+46.4Reliability 24%78+18.9Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%97+6.9Experts Score= 86Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.86SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#28 of 80 oil change servicesPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 66%
4.9 ★★★★★ 333 Google reviews · 19 photos
95%five-star reviews
4.86★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
3.3%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
94%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

Valvoline Instant Oil Change at a glance

Google reviewers rate this Avondale oil change service 4.9 out of 5 based on 333 reviews, with the owner responding to 94% of them. Customers frequently praise the staff for being fast, knowledgeable, and transparent about vehicle issues, often noting the convenience of remaining in the car during service. However, low-star reviews highlight recurring issues with missing parts or oil for specific vehicles, unexplained extra charges, and instances where service was interrupted or allegedly caused vehicle damage.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 333 reviews (95% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 333 Google reviews (262 with written comments, 10 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 94% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 28, 2026.
  • Service: Oil Change Service serving Avondale, Arizona.

Data from Google, last updated October 29, 2026.

Score profile vs other oil change services

Score per factor (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: value and momentum; weakest: reliability.

Satisfaction85Reliability78Craft & service–Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews97Satisfaction: 85 (median 83)Reliability: 78 (median 77)Value: 100 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 97 (median 79)
Valvoline Instant Oil ChangeOil Change Services median0 = centre, 100 = best
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.Valvoline Instant Oil Change: 85/100 on this factor. Category median: 83.A
85
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.Valvoline Instant Oil Change: 78/100 on this factor. Category median: 77.B
78
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle 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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 96.–
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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.Valvoline Instant Oil Change: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises 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.Valvoline Instant Oil Change: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
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.Valvoline Instant Oil Change: 97/100 on this factor. Category median: 79.A
97

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Star ratings

333 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars31895%
  • 4 stars41%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars21%
  • 1 star93%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 262 written reviews

  • Praise39799%
  • Complaints31%

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

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price8446%
  • Reasonable9451%
  • Overpriced32%
  • Not sure32%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Speed & response13333%
  • Staff & attitude11930%
  • Quality & results7318%
  • Would recommend297%
  • Communication185%
  • Honesty & trust154%
  • Price & value133%

What customers talk about

We read 262 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Manager Brandon, Adam & Cam took care of my oil change quickly, had a great attitude & felt like I could trust them taking care of my service!”
  • “The technicians were polite and I really appreciated that they would get second opinions on things like the oil level from another technician and then…”
  • “Honestly had a great experience with the gentlemen at this location!”
    “After a bit they said they couldn't do it as the bolts for the skid plate were damaged.”
  • “Brandon was awesome i was in and out they were very quick efficient and productive great attitude and service would recommend this location to everyone”
  • “Carson was the primary communicator with me and I believe it was Rob (I don't remember for sure) was the main tech at the front of the car.”
  • “And so honest best part is that you get to stay in your vehicle.”
  • “Quick easy, affordable oil change and most importantly you stay in your car lol”

People customers mention

  • Brandon 15 reviews
  • Adam 8 reviews
  • Alex 8 reviews
  • Rob 6 reviews
  • John 6 reviews
  • Nate 5 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Valvoline Instant Oil Change for 7 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent reviews

Jake6 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. · 7 hours ago★★★★★

Excellent service. One of the few times I had to take a car to someone else for an oil change and decided to give Valvoline Instant a try as it looked sharp and clean when I noticed it the other day. The technicians were polite and I really appreciated that they would get second opinions on things like the oil level…

Reasonable priceOil change
Chloe5 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 days ago★★★★★

Honestly had a great experience with the gentlemen at this location! Manager Brandon, Adam & Cam took care of my oil change quickly, had a great attitude & felt like I could trust them taking care of my service! Glad I chose this location instead of the other two right in the same area.

Robin1 reviewTotal 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 weeks ago★

Didnt check my tire pressure, all tires were low. Charged extra for air filter which is normally included in an oil change. Did not reset my oil change light indicator. Tried to sell me several additions and services. Seemed more like they wanted to sell me things rather than just provide me a good quality oil change

OverpricedOil change
azyadet3 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. · a month ago★★★★★

The team was very informative about what my car and their suggestions was very much appreciated. Great customer service!

Oil change
mariaLocal Guide · 124 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. · Edited a month ago★★★★★

Service was amazing and fast today. These young men know what they are doing. So helpful and respectful and kind . And so honest best part is that you get to stay in your vehicle. And you get to see and hear what they are actually doing. I definitely won’t go back to jiffy Lube .

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Great priceOil change
Blake1 reviewTotal 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. · a month ago★★★★★

Fantastic. Branden was awesome and helped the whole way. Super friendly. 10/10 will be coming back!

Reasonable priceOil change

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 333 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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DerekLocal Guide · 29 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Derek has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Carson and his team are top notch. Highly recommend!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Oil change
  • Service duration: 0–30 min
Response from the owner · 3 hours ago

Thanks for sharing the love! Our team at our store on 1390 N Dysart Rd appreciates the opportunity to help with your oil change and vehicle maintenance.

Jake Tenney6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jake has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Excellent service. One of the few times I had to take a car to someone else for an oil change and decided to give Valvoline Instant a try as it looked sharp and clean when I noticed it the other day. The technicians were polite and I really appreciated that they would get second opinions on things like the oil level from another technician and then proceeded to show me as well. Those little attention to detail moments displayed a high level of professionalism. There was also no pressure for replacing the air filter that probably had some life in it, but since I'm handing this car off to my daughter soon, I just had them replace it. Carson was the primary communicator with me and I believe it was Rob (I don't remember for sure) was the main tech at the front of the car. Keep up the good work guys!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Oil change
  • Service duration: 0–30 min
Response from the owner · 6 hours ago

Thanks for the 5 stars! Our Valvoline Instant Oil Change technicians love keeping vehicles in great shape. Visit us again soon for your next quick oil change in Goodyear!

Chloe Romero5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Chloe has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Honestly had a great experience with the gentlemen at this location! Manager Brandon, Adam & Cam took care of my oil change quickly, had a great attitude & felt like I could trust them taking care of my service! Glad I chose this location instead of the other two right in the same area.

Response from the owner · 5 days ago

We’re thrilled by your 5-star rating! Stop by anytime for free top-offs on fluids, tire pressure checks, or light replacements—our Valvoline Instant Oil Change team in Goodyear is always happy to help you stay road ready.

lauerence turl1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews lauerence has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

No oil available for my truck👎

  • Price assessment: Not sure
  • Services: Oil change
  • Service duration: 0–30 min
Response from the owner · 6 days ago

Thank you for informing us. We apologize for any inconvenience caused. Store volume fluctuations can disrupt inventory, but we’re actively working with our distribution team to reduce shortages. Meanwhile, contact us via live chat at www.vioc.com or call 800-327-8242, and we'll help locate the item at another store near you.

Matilde Aguayo7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Matilde has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Great customer service

Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago

Thank you for the amazing rating! We appreciate you choosing our store on 1390 N Dysart Rd for fast, friendly oil change service. We look forward to seeing you down the road.

Robin D1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Robin has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Didnt check my tire pressure, all tires were low. Charged extra for air filter which is normally included in an oil change. Did not reset my oil change light indicator. Tried to sell me several additions and services. Seemed more like they wanted to sell me things rather than just provide me a good quality oil change

  • Price assessment: Overpriced
  • Services: Oil change
  • Service duration: 0–30 min
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago

Hi Robin, thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We're sorry to hear you are disappointed with your experience. Air filters are not included in the oil change service - with this service you receive up to 5 quarts of oil, a standard oil filter, and a 18-point maintenance check. Both engine and cabin air filters are separate services with different prices. If you have further questions or concerns you are welcome to email the Social Media team at [email protected] - be sure to include your VIN so we can pinpoint your review.

Robert Runeborg2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Robert has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Fast, friendly And efficient.

Response from the owner · 7 months ago

Thank you for the 5 stars! We appreciate you visiting our Valvoline Instant Oil Change store on 1390 N Dysart Rd for your oil change and vehicle maintenance. Your support keeps us running smoothly.

Krista Finlayson1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Krista has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Knowledgeable, courteous and kind. Team worked as one!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Service duration: 0–30 min
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago

Thank you for the fantastic rating! We're grateful you stopped by our store on 1390 N Dysart Rd for your oil change. Your support fuels our team every day.

azyadet armenta3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews azyadet has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

The team was very informative about what my car and their suggestions was very much appreciated. Great customer service!

  • Services: Oil change
Response from the owner · a month ago

Thank you for the great feedback! We're glad you chose our store on 1390 N Dysart Rd for your oil change service. Helping your car perform its best is what we love.

Viviana VarelaLocal Guide · 16 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Viviana has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Professionals

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Oil change
  • Service duration: 0–30 min
Response from the owner · a month ago

Thanks for the fantastic review! We're grateful you chose our store on 1390 N Dysart Rd for your oil change service. Helping cars stay road‑ready is what drives us.

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