Battery Replacement in the area around Channelside, Tampa, FL averages $157.00, with prices ranging from $20.00 to $399.00 based on 50 verified prices from 50 nearby shops.
Showing nearby shops within 25 mi of Channelside · May 2026
Battery Replacement prices in Channelside, Tampa, FL range from $20.00 to $399.00 at local auto repair shops, based on verified pricing data gathered from 50 shops across the area. Your car battery (typically 12V lead-acid) powers the starter motor to crank the engine and supplies electrical power to lights, ignition, and accessories. Prices for this service in Channelside vary by vehicle make and model, the grade of parts and fluids used, and whether you book with an independent shop, a franchise chain, or a dealership. Independent and chain repair shops in Channelside typically charge 20 to 40 percent less than dealerships for this service; dealerships may justify the premium for warranty-covered work or brand-specific diagnostics. All prices listed on this page were verified directly from shop websites or user-submitted receipts, and each carries a Last Verified date. For details on how PriceMyFix verifies prices, visit pricemyfix.com/about/methodology.
| Shop | Type | Price | Details | Verified | Distance | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| YourMechanic100 Ashley Drive South | Independent | $162.31Above avg | Verified 6 days agoby PriceMyFix | 0.5 mi | View Shop | |
| Mobile Mechanic213 West Emily Street | Independent | $100.00Below avg | Testing, replacement & electrical troubleshooting. | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 2.3 mi | View Shop |
| Bay Brothers Automotive3712 North Nebraska Avenue | Independent | $179.99Above avg | Verified 4 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 2.4 mi | View Shop | |
| AutoWorks of Tampa5507 North Nebraska Avenue | Independent | $199.99Above avg | Verified 2 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 3.7 mi | View Shop | |
| Hancock Tire & Auto10922 Bloomingdale Avenue | Independent | $199.99Above avg | Verified 4 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 8.6 mi | View Shop | |
| Riverview Tire & Auto Service7839 U.S. 301 | Independent | $129.99- $229.99 | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 9.0 mi | View Shop | |
| European Autohaus1105 East Bearss Avenue | Independent | $179.95Above avg | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 9.9 mi | View Shop | |
| Galaxy Collision11719 U.S. 92 | Independent | $179.99Above avg | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 10.0 mi | View Shop | |
| Tire Kingdom15113 North Nebraska Avenue | Independent | $149.99 | Last verified 33 days agoby PriceMyFix | 10.1 mi | View Shop | |
| A+ Brakes & Suspension426 East Brandon Boulevard | Independent | $159.99 | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 10.4 mi | View Shop | |
| Hahn's Tire Outlet509 West Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard | Independent | $129.99- $249.99 | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 10.5 mi | View Shop | |
| Lone Star Garage715 U.S. 92 | Independent | $199.99Above avg | Verified 2 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 10.8 mi | View Shop | |
| Spicer's On-site Services LLC1816 Craven Drive | Independent | $175.00Above avg | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 10.8 mi | View Shop | |
| Tire Choice Auto Service Centers3523 Bell Shoals Road | Independent | $20.00CouponBelow avg | ON ANY BATTERY REPLACEMENT | Verified 1 day agoby PriceMyFix | 11.7 mi | View Shop |
| Tire Choice Auto Service Centers2514 Florida 60 | Independent | $20.00CouponBelow avg | ON ANY BATTERY REPLACEMENT | Verified todayby PriceMyFix | 12.7 mi | View Shop |
| Tire Choice Auto Service Centers445 99th Avenue North | Independent | $20.00CouponBelow avg | ON ANY BATTERY REPLACEMENT | Verified 1 day agoby PriceMyFix | 12.9 mi | View Shop |
| Costa Oil - 10 Minute Oil Change - Lutz17804 North Dale Mabry Highway | Independent | $179.99Above avg | Last verified 33 days agoby PriceMyFix | 13.2 mi | View Shop | |
| Duncan Automotive Center Inc301 Marlborough Street | Independent | $150.00- $250.00 | Last verified 36 days agoby PriceMyFix | 14.9 mi | View Shop | |
| Middleton's Auto Care2740 Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Street North | Independent | $149.99 | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 15.7 mi | View Shop | |
| Quality Care Automotive1915 Collier Parkway | Independent | $149.95 | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 16.7 mi | View Shop | |
| Willow Bend Automotive23124 Florida 54 | Independent | $179.99Above avg | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 16.7 mi | View Shop | |
| Tire Kingdom2127 Brinson Road | Independent | $179.99Above avg | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 16.9 mi | View Shop | |
| Tommys Auto Service2643 22nd Avenue North | Independent | $149.95 | Last verified 32 days agoby PriceMyFix | 17.0 mi | View Shop | |
| Big Tires & More Tire Pros5317 Park Boulevard | Independent | $159.99 | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 17.2 mi | View Shop | |
| Tire Choice Auto Service Centers18951 Florida 54 | Independent | $20.00CouponBelow avg | ON ANY BATTERY REPLACEMENT | Verified 1 day agoby PriceMyFix | 17.7 mi | View Shop |
The average battery replacement in Channelside, Tampa, FL costs $141.08 across 25 shops. The cheapest verified price is $20.00 at Tire Choice Auto Service Centers.
Trucks and SUVs with higher oil capacity may cost more. Check individual shop listings for vehicle-specific pricing.
Your car battery (typically 12V lead-acid) powers the starter motor to crank the engine and supplies electrical power to lights, ignition, and accessories. Modern vehicles also use the battery to stabilize the electrical system during transient loads from the alternator. Battery capacity is rated in Cold Cranking Amps (CCA) and reserve capacity (RC). Over time, internal lead plates shed material and electrolyte evaporates, reducing capacity. A battery that checks 'ok' on a simple voltage test can still fail a load test — the difference between 'charged battery' and 'healthy battery'.
Replace when: (1) the engine cranks slowly, especially in the morning, (2) you've had two or more jump-starts in a month, (3) your battery is 4+ years old in the Sun Belt or 5+ years nationally and shows any performance symptoms, (4) a load test (available free at AutoZone, O'Reilly, Advance Auto) shows the battery fails to hold voltage under simulated load, (5) the dashboard battery warning light illuminates — though that's usually the charging system, not the battery itself.
A dying battery is a reliability risk, not a safety risk in the mechanical sense. The danger is being stranded — a battery that barely cranks in your driveway may not crank at all after sitting in a hot parking lot for 8 hours. Being stranded in extreme heat (a common Sun Belt scenario) can be a serious health risk, especially for the elderly or those without roadside assistance. In modern vehicles, battery voltage also affects adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, and ABS calibration thresholds — a degraded battery can cause intermittent fault codes in these systems.
Battery replacement has several price traps: (1) 'core charge' — most batteries carry a $10–$22 surcharge if you don't return the old battery; confirm this is included in the quoted price, (2) group size verification — using the wrong battery group size can cause fitment issues or electrical problems; confirm the shop is installing your vehicle's correct group size, not 'close enough,' (3) warranty period — batteries carry 1–3 year free replacement + prorated coverage; get the exact warranty terms in writing because many shops' 'lifetime warranty' is heavily prorated after year 1, (4) European vehicle owners: BMW, Mercedes, Audi, Volvo, and others require a 'battery registration' scan after replacement; without it, the BMS may not properly charge the new battery.
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