Replacing an engine or motor mount typically costs $250 to $700 per mount at a shop. The mount itself runs $50 to $250, and labor varies widely because some mounts are easy to reach while others require supporting and lifting the engine. Hydraulic and electronic mounts cost more.
$250-$700
typical shop cost (per mount)
$50-$250
mount only (DIY)
1-2 hrs
typical labor time
📊 Quick Comparison
Vehicle type
Parts
Labor
Total
Economy sedan
$90
$180
$270
Midsize/SUV
$140
$250
$390
Full-size truck
$180
$280
$460
European/luxury
$250
$350
$600
What it costs
Most engine mount jobs run $250 to $700 per mount. Simple bolt-in mounts are quick, but many require supporting the engine with a jack and removing components for access, which raises labor. Transmission mounts are similar in cost.
Hydraulic (fluid-filled) and electronically controlled active mounts cost more than solid rubber mounts.
Parts vs labor
The mount is moderately priced; labor depends heavily on access. Expect one to two hours for an easy mount and more when the engine must be lifted or parts removed.
Rubber engine mount: $50 to $150
Hydraulic/active mount: $120 to $250
Easy-access labor: $120 to $250
Difficult-access labor: $250 to $450
Signs you need it
A clunk or thud when shifting gears or accelerating, excessive engine vibration at idle, the engine visibly rocking, or a banging noise over bumps all indicate a worn or broken mount.
Clunk when shifting or accelerating
Excessive vibration at idle
Engine visibly rocks or shifts
Banging over bumps
DIY vs shop
An accessible mount is a moderate DIY job: support the engine with a jack and a block of wood, unbolt the old mount, and install the new one. Mounts that require lifting the engine or removing subframe parts are better left to a shop.
How to save
Replace only the failed mount unless several are cracked. Inspect all mounts while you are under there, since a single bad mount overloads the others. Quality mounts last longer than the cheapest options.
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❓ FAQ
Can I drive with a broken engine mount?
Short term yes, but excessive engine movement stresses hoses, wiring, and the other mounts and can cause more damage. Replace it promptly.
How do I know a motor mount is bad?
Look for a clunk when shifting, strong idle vibration, and visible engine movement when you rev it. A broken rubber isolator confirms it.
Should I replace all engine mounts at once?
Not always. Replace the failed mount, but inspect the rest, since one bad mount loads the others and they may be near the end too.
What causes engine mounts to fail?
Age, heat, oil contamination cracking the rubber, and hard driving. Fluid-filled mounts can leak and lose their damping.
Are hydraulic mounts worth the extra cost?
If your car came with hydraulic mounts, replace them with the same type for proper vibration control. Downgrading to solid mounts increases cabin vibration.
Will a bad mount cause vibration while driving?
Mostly at idle and during shifts, but severe wear can transmit vibration at other times too. New mounts restore smooth, quiet operation.