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Valvoline Instant Oil Change

Oil change service · Louisville, KY · 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%91+49.6Reliability 24%90+21.8Value 14%96+13.6Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Experts Score= 92Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.92SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#12 of 110 oil change servicesPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 90%
4.9 ★★★★★ 675 Google reviews · 15 photos
96%five-star reviews
4.91★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
1.5%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.
97%reviews answered by the owner
Nov 2026latest review

Valvoline Instant Oil Change at a glance

Google reviewers rate the Louisville location 4.9 out of 5 based on 675 reviews, noting the owner responds to 97% of feedback. Positive comments highlight fast service times, friendly staff, and the convenience of remaining in the vehicle during the oil change. Recurring criticisms involve incomplete work, such as unaddressed leaks or missing filter replacements, and unauthorized additions to service invoices for fleet accounts.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 675 reviews (96% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 675 Google reviews (411 with written comments, 6 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 97% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: November 3, 2026.
  • Service: Oil Change Service serving Louisville, Kentucky.

Data from Google, last updated November 5, 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: momentum and replies to reviews; weakest: reliability.

Satisfaction91Reliability90Craft & service–Value96Momentum100Replies to reviews100Satisfaction: 91 (median 83)Reliability: 90 (median 77)Value: 96 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 100 (median 73)
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: 91/100 on this factor. Category median: 83.A
91
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: 90/100 on this factor. Category median: 77.A
90
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: 97.–
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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: 96/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
96
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: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 73.A
100

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Star ratings

675 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars64596%
  • 4 stars183%
  • 3 stars20%
  • 2 stars20%
  • 1 star81%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 411 written reviews

  • Praise56399%
  • Complaints81%

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

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price14541%
  • Reasonable18351%
  • Overpriced144%
  • Not sure164%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude19033%
  • Speed & response17631%
  • Quality & results12722%
  • Would recommend356%
  • Communication285%
  • Price & value92%
  • Honesty & trust61%

What customers talk about

We read 411 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Always courteous and professional with fast service.”
  • “Very efficient and informative, was in and out in about 15/20 minutes!”
  • “Wonderful service Jake was amazing and so was the rest of the crew!”
  • “Loved seeing the women working hard and strongly recommended to others!”
    “I would not recommend this place.”
  • “They explained all of the services they offer without any high pressure sales, I really appreciated that.”
  • “…nwood and said they was good people and in fact they was and had very reasonable prices and I came right back.…”
    “00 that was with a discount so a little overpriced”
  • “It’s refreshing to find a crew that’s knowledgeable, honest, and genuinely cares about their customers.”

People customers mention

  • Julio 19 reviews
  • James 17 reviews
  • Halie 13 reviews
  • Marco 12 reviews
  • Dre 12 reviews
  • Kayla 9 reviews

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

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Valvoline Instant Oil Change for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent reviews

Teresa3 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. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★

Technicians were very polite and knowledgeable. I was there only a short while, and the convenience of staying in my vehicle is great!

Great priceOil change
Heather9 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. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★

I was in and out in 14 minutes. Was not pressured into anything I did not need. Recommendations were made as to what services may benefit me in the future. Overall great service. Abe was extremely knowledgeable and helpful.

Air & cabin filter replacementOil change
Imani3 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 weeks ago★★★★★

Halle, Jay and Rae did an amazing job. Very efficient and informative, was in and out in about 15/20 minutes!

Glynnetta10 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 weeks ago★

They did a terrible job on my car coolant running out the bottom. Car engine light coming on.. None of these issues were present before 131.00 oil change…🤬🤬🤬

OverpricedAir & cabin filter replacement
Melissa11 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★★★★★

Everyone was friendly and inviting made me feel welcomed. The location is convenient and service is quick and efficient. I was completely satisfied with the service on my Lincoln today.

Reasonable priceOil change
Rider2 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★

"Very disappointing experience. I get my oil changed frequently. This is the second time I've had the exact same problem here. About three months ago, I had to come back the next day because my car was leaking oil. Yesterday I gave them another chance and had the same issue again. What concerns me even more is that…

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 675 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Melanie Findley5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Melanie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Sean James and Hailey

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Air & cabin filter replacement
  • Service duration: 0–30 min
Response from the owner · a day ago

Full tank of thanks! Our Valvoline Instant Oil Change team in Louisville appreciates your 5-star rating. We're glad your quick oil change went as smoothly as a freshly oiled engine—see you next time for fast, friendly car care!

Kaw Soe1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Kaw has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

“ great service, very friendly staff”

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

Thank you for the amazing rating! We appreciate you choosing our store on 6724 Dixie Hwy for fast, friendly oil change service. We look forward to seeing you down the road.

Teresa Allen3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Teresa has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Technicians were very polite and knowledgeable. I was there only a short while, and the convenience of staying in my vehicle is great!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Oil change
  • Service duration: 0–30 min
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

Thank you for the fantastic rating! We're grateful you stopped by our store on 6724 Dixie Hwy for your oil change. Your support fuels our team every day.

Maha Abdul Rahmaan8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Maha has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Love the customer service

Response from the owner · 3 months ago

Thank you for the great rating! Our team at our store on Dixie Hwy loves helping drivers stay on top of oil changes and vehicle maintenance. Your support means a lot.

Heather9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Heather has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I was in and out in 14 minutes. Was not pressured into anything I did not need. Recommendations were made as to what services may benefit me in the future. Overall great service. Abe was extremely knowledgeable and helpful.

  • Services: Air & cabin filter replacement, Oil change
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

Thank you for the fantastic rating! We're grateful you stopped by our store on 6724 Dixie Hwy for your oil change. Your support fuels our team every day.

Imani Gwen3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Imani has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Halle, Jay and Rae did an amazing job. Very efficient and informative, was in and out in about 15/20 minutes!

Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago

Thanks for the 5 stars! We're proud to help drivers at our store on 6724 Dixie Hwy stay on top of oil changes and vehicle maintenance. It means a lot to our team.

Melinda MooreLocal Guide · 16 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Melinda has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Always courteous and professional with fast service.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Oil change
  • Service duration: 0–30 min
Response from the owner · 4 weeks 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 Louisville is always happy to help you stay road ready.

Glynnetta10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Glynnetta has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

They did a terrible job on my car coolant running out the bottom. Car engine light coming on.. None of these issues were present before 131.00 oil change…🤬🤬🤬

  • Price assessment: Overpriced
  • Services: Air & cabin filter replacement
  • Service duration: 0–30 min
Response from the owner · 4 weeks ago

Hi Glynnetta, thanks for reaching out. We’re sorry to hear about any issues you’ve encountered, and we’d like to help. Email your VIN and phone number to [email protected], and we’ll be happy to get you connected with management.

E JLocal Guide · 164 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews E has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

This place was run like a well oil machinn. So damn quick

Response from the owner · a month 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 Louisville!

Rosie Walker8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Rosie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Fast friendly and informative…

Response from the owner · a month ago

Thanks for the great review! Our team at our store on 6724 Dixie Hwy is always happy to help with oil changes and preventive vehicle maintenance. We appreciate your support.

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