Shop Tier, 2026 Pricing
Midas Strut Replacement Cost
A typical front-pair strut replacement at a US Midas location in 2026 runs $450 to $1,100 installed, depending on vehicle class. Midas standardizes on Monroe Quick-Strut assemblies and bills labor at $115 to $145 per hour. The pricing positions Midas as a step above the cheapest independent shops and roughly 25 to 35 percent below most dealer quotes for the same work.
Quick numbers (front pair, 2026): compact sedan $420 to $720, mid-size sedan $480 to $790, compact SUV $520 to $850, full-size truck $650 to $1,050. Always check the Midas coupon page before scheduling; current promotion typically saves $50 to $150.
What Midas typically includes in a strut quote
The standard Midas strut writeup for a front-pair replacement includes the Monroe Quick-Strut assemblies (two units, pre-assembled with spring and mount), the labor to remove and replace, disposal of the old units, and either a basic toe-set or a full four-wheel alignment depending on the location and the manager's preference. Some Midas locations include the full alignment in the quoted price; others list it as an add-on at $80 to $110. Always ask explicitly whether the alignment is included before authorising.
The multi-point inspection that comes with every Midas service appointment will typically surface 3 to 8 additional recommended items, ranging from genuine safety needs (worn brake pads, bald tires) to soft upsells (cabin air filter, fuel system cleaning). Decline anything that wasn't part of the reason you came in, unless you genuinely intend to address it on this visit. Service writers are compensated on add-on sales; the social pressure is real but the multi-point items are not part of the quoted strut job.
Midas does not stock OEM parts. Their entire model is built around Monroe Quick-Strut for the strut category, with KYB Excel-G and Gabriel ReadyMount available on customer request at most locations. If you specifically need OEM, the dealership is your option. For mainstream vehicles past warranty, Monroe Quick-Strut is essentially the same physical part as OEM at a chain-store price; the brand-name premium goes away.
Midas pricing by vehicle class
| Vehicle | Front pair installed | Labor hours | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Civic / Corolla | $420 to $720 | 1.5 to 1.8 hours | Quick-Strut application widely stocked |
| Camry / Accord / Altima | $480 to $790 | 1.7 to 2.0 hours | Most common Midas quote |
| RAV4 / CR-V / Equinox | $520 to $850 | 1.8 to 2.1 hours | Compact SUV bracket |
| F-150 / Silverado | $650 to $1,050 | 2.0 to 2.4 hours | Heavier strut, longer labor |
| Outback / Forester | $560 to $890 | 1.8 to 2.2 hours | AWD slightly extends labor |
| Wrangler / 4Runner | $720 to $1,100 | 2.2 to 2.6 hours | Off-road duty cycle pricing |
Pricing reflects May 2026 Midas service writer quotes collected from a sample of US locations. Actual quotes vary by metro market, current promotion, and any coupon applied.
What's included versus what's extra
| Line item | Included | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Monroe Quick-Strut assemblies (pair) | Yes | Lifetime parts warranty through Monroe |
| Labor at $115 to $145 per hour | Yes | 12 month or 12,000 mile workmanship warranty |
| Four-wheel alignment | Often | Some locations include; some add $80 to $110 |
| Disposal of old struts | Yes | Standard |
| Multi-point inspection | Yes | May surface upsells; politely decline anything outside scope |
| ADAS camera recalibration | No | Referred to dealer at $150 to $400 |
The Midas warranty in detail
Midas backs strut installations with two separate warranties. The first is the Monroe limited lifetime parts warranty, which covers the Monroe Quick-Strut hardware against manufacturing defects for as long as you own the vehicle. Honored directly through Monroe with your original purchase receipt, this warranty applies to the parts themselves and survives even if your local Midas closes or you move.
The second is the Midas Lifetime Brake and Strut Warranty, which covers labor on the install for as long as you own the vehicle, honored at any Midas location nationwide. This is the more interesting warranty: it means if the strut develops an install-related issue (loose mount bolt, leaky after install, etc.), any Midas in the country can address it at no labor charge. For owners who travel frequently or move, the nationwide network is a real practical benefit over a single-location independent shop.
The labor warranty does not cover wear-and-tear or related-component failures (a bad upper strut mount that wears 50,000 miles later, for example, is not a warranty claim). It covers the workmanship of the original install. Most owners who use the labor warranty are addressing install issues within the first 6 to 18 months.
Coupon strategy at Midas
Midas runs near-constant promotions on service work. As of May 2026 the typical promotion menu includes a 15 percent off service over $200, a $50 off service over $400, and a free brake inspection that often turns into a $100 off coupon at point of service. The single largest discount typically saves $50 to $150 on a strut job depending on the total bill.
Coupon stacking (combining two promotional discounts) is rarely allowed; you typically have to choose the single largest applicable coupon. Check the Midas coupons page before scheduling and bring the printed or saved-to-phone coupon to the appointment. Service writers will not always proactively offer the best available coupon; you have to present it.
Some Midas locations honor competitor coupons (Pep Boys, Firestone, Goodyear), though this is at the manager's discretion. If you have a competitor coupon, ask when scheduling whether they will match. Roughly 30 to 50 percent of locations will, especially in competitive metros with multiple chain shops within a few miles.
Midas versus other chain shops
On price, Midas typically lands within $30 of Firestone Complete Auto Care and slightly above Pep Boys ($25 to $75 higher per pair). The differentiator on Midas is the nationwide labor warranty, which Firestone matches but Pep Boys does not. On scheduling, Midas typically has shorter same-day or next-day availability than Firestone, which tends to book out 3 to 5 days in advance in busier metros.
For ADAS-equipped vehicles, none of the major chains do their own forward-camera calibration. The work is referred to the dealer at $150 to $400. If your vehicle has Toyota Safety Sense, Honda Sensing, Subaru EyeSight, Ford Co-Pilot 360, or GM Safety Assist, expect a referred-out ADAS step regardless of which chain you choose. Budget that into the total job cost upfront.
When Midas is the wrong choice
Three scenarios. First, vehicles with adaptive damping (BMW EDC, Mercedes Airmatic, GM MagneRide, Jeep Quadra-Lift). Midas does not carry adaptive damper parts or have the scan tools to clear the resulting faults; the dealer or a brand-specialist independent is required. Second, luxury European brands (BMW, Audi, Mercedes, Porsche) where the BMW or Mercedes specialist independent typically delivers better work at similar pricing with the right scan tool capability. Third, vehicles under warranty where the dealer covers the work at zero out-of-pocket.
For everything else (mainstream sedan, mainstream SUV, mainstream truck past warranty), Midas is a reasonable middle-tier choice. The pricing is honest, the warranty is real, and the Monroe Quick-Strut hardware is genuinely equivalent to OEM on most applications.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Midas charge to replace struts?
Midas typically quotes $450 to $1,100 per front pair installed in 2026, including parts (usually Monroe Quick-Strut), labor at $115 to $145 per hour, and either a basic or four-wheel alignment depending on the location. Light trucks and SUVs run at the high end of that range; compact sedans at the low end. The chain's standard service quote includes a written labor warranty.
Does Midas use OEM struts?
No. Midas standardizes on Monroe Quick-Strut assemblies for most vehicle applications, with KYB Excel-G or Gabriel ReadyMount available on request. Midas does not stock OEM parts. If you need OEM, the dealership is your option. Monroe Quick-Strut is a quality aftermarket choice that matches or exceeds OEM specifications for most mainstream vehicles.
What is the Midas strut warranty?
Midas backs Monroe Quick-Strut installations with the Monroe limited lifetime parts warranty plus a 12 month or 12,000 mile Midas workmanship warranty on labor. The labor warranty applies at any Midas location nationwide, which is genuinely useful for owners who travel or move. The parts warranty is honored directly through Monroe with the original purchase receipt.
Are Midas coupons worth using for struts?
Yes. Midas regularly runs $50 off or 15 percent off coupons for service work over $300, easily covering most strut jobs. Check the Midas website coupons section before scheduling, and bring the printed coupon to the appointment. Some locations also honor competitor coupons; ask when scheduling. Coupon stacking is rarely allowed but the single largest discount typically saves $50 to $150.