What does a clutch replacement cost in the Netherlands? How the price is built up

A new clutch is one of the repairs where prices differ the most. That is down to the car, the flywheel and above all the number of hours of labour. Below you can read what the ANWB, the Dutch motoring organisation, gives as a price guide, what a complete price should include and how to compare quotes.

By the team at Autobedrijf Willemsbrug, RDW-approved APK (MOT) test station since 1979 · Updated 8 November 2026

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The short answer

According to the ANWB, replacing a clutch in the Netherlands costs on average between € 300 and € 1,000, depending on the type of car. If the dual-mass flywheel has to be replaced as well, the bill goes up considerably. According to the ANWB, replacing only a dual-mass flywheel, including fitting, often comes to roughly € 1,500 or more (both consulted November 2026). The biggest difference is in the labour: in an ANWB survey, one garage charged 3 hours and another 8 hours for the same clutch job. At Autobedrijf Willemsbrug in Rotterdam-IJsselmonde we tell you one amount in advance based on your registration number, including VAT, and we only carry out repairs with your approval.

What does a clutch replacement cost according to the ANWB?

The ANWB gives an average of € 300 to € 1,000 for replacing a clutch, and writes that the cost can vary a lot per type of car. We do not quote our own clutch prices on this page. We tell you in advance what it costs for your car, based on your registration number (kenteken, the number on your Dutch number plate). The ANWB figures do give a good idea of the price range:

Job ANWB indication (consulted November 2026) Notes
Clutch replacement On average € 300 to € 1,000 Depends heavily on the type of car
Dual-mass flywheel, part only Sometimes from around € 450, an original part at least € 600 to € 1,000 Without fitting
Dual-mass flywheel including fitting Around € 1,500 or more Depends on make and type of car

Source: ANWB, pages on the clutch (koppeling) and the flywheel (vliegwiel), consulted November 2026. These are market indications, not prices of Autobedrijf Willemsbrug.

With every amount, check what it covers. ‘The clutch’ can mean only the clutch kit, but also the kit plus the flywheel and the slave cylinder. Two quotes can then seem hundreds of euros apart, even though they cover different work.

What should be included in the price of a new clutch?

A complete price includes the clutch kit, the parts of the clutch controls that need replacing, the flywheel if it is worn, and the labour. When you ask for a price, ask which of these parts are included. These are the parts:

  • Clutch plate (friction disc): the plate with friction material between the flywheel and the gearbox. It wears every time you pull away and change gear.
  • Pressure plate: the spring plate that presses the clutch plate against the flywheel. According to the ANWB, the pressure plate and the release bearing wear as well.
  • Release bearing: the bearing that releases the pressure plate when you press the pedal.
  • Concentric slave cylinder (CSC): on many cars, the release bearing and the slave cylinder are one part inside the clutch housing. Clutch manufacturer ZF (Sachs) advises replacing it with each clutch repair, so you do not have to come back for it later.
  • Flywheel: the heavy disc between the engine and the gearbox. If it is worn, it has to be replaced too. You can read more about that below.
  • Labour: on most cars the gearbox has to come out. We then fit the new parts, bleed the hydraulic clutch system and take a test drive.

ZF advises replacing all relevant components together, so that they work well with each other. During the job we also check whether oil is leaking near the clutch. Oil on the clutch plate makes even a new clutch slip again. If anything extra comes up during the work, we tell you first. How we assess a slipping clutch and what we do in our own workshop is explained on our page about clutch replacement in Rotterdam.

Why does the price of a clutch differ so much per car?

The difference between € 300 and € 1,000 is mainly in how the car is built. The number of hours and the parts needed differ per model. These are the factors that determine the amount:

Factor Why it matters
How the engine and gearbox are fitted On most cars the gearbox has to come out. On one car that only means removing the drive shafts. On another, the subframe or the exhaust has to come off as well. That determines the number of hours.
Single-mass or dual-mass flywheel According to the ANWB, a dual-mass flywheel consists of two parts with springs and dampers between them. ZF writes that it is fitted as standard in many vehicles. If it has to be replaced too, the ANWB says the bill goes up considerably.
Separate release bearing or concentric slave cylinder A concentric slave cylinder combines the release bearing and the slave cylinder in one part. According to ZF, it should be replaced with each clutch repair, so it belongs in the price.
Cable or hydraulic controls A hydraulic clutch has a master cylinder, a slave cylinder and fluid. On many cars the clutch and the brakes share the same fluid reservoir. After the work we bleed the system.
Van or motorhome up to 3,500 kg Many vans have a dual-mass flywheel. Because of the weight and the load, the clutch and flywheel often wear faster. We have five heavy-duty lifts for cars, vans and motorhomes up to 3,500 kg.

That is why we ask for your registration number: it shows us which clutch, which flywheel and which controls your car has, so we can give you one amount in advance.

Does the flywheel need replacing too, and what does that add?

The flywheel only needs replacing if it is worn. According to the ANWB, a dual-mass flywheel as a separate part sometimes starts at around € 450, and replacing it including fitting comes to roughly € 1,500 or more, depending on make and type of car. The ANWB also writes that garages often replace the clutch at the same time if it shows wear too. That makes sense: for both jobs the gearbox has to come out.

According to the ANWB, a dual-mass flywheel is often said to last about 180,000 to 200,000 km, and a worn flywheel often shows itself through vibrations in the clutch pedal. Rattling at idle or when you switch off the engine can also point to the flywheel. You can only be sure once the gearbox is out and the flywheel has been inspected.

We check the flywheel as soon as the gearbox is out. We look at the friction surface, at discolouration from heat and at play. If the flywheel is still in good condition, it stays in. If it is worn, we call you first and tell you what it adds to the cost. We only replace it with your approval. If you are comparing quotes, ask for each one whether the flywheel is included.

Why are clutch quotes so far apart?

Quotes differ mainly because of the number of hours of labour. The ANWB asked more than 500 garages across the Netherlands for quotes. The biggest price difference was € 905, for replacing the clutch: one garage charged 3 hours of labour for the job and another 8 hours. Autorai reported on this survey on 7 January 2020, with the lowest clutch quote at € 385 and the highest at € 1,290. The amounts are no longer current, but the difference in hours shows what to look out for.

The ANWB’s conclusion is that shopping around pays off. With these questions you compare two prices on the same basis:

  1. Is the flywheel included, and is it a dual-mass flywheel?
  2. Are the release bearing and the slave cylinder included, or only the clutch plate and the pressure plate?
  3. Does the amount include VAT, parts and labour?
  4. Is the hydraulic system bled and the fluid topped up or replaced?
  5. What happens if something extra comes up during the work? Does the garage call you first?

Not sure whether your clutch really needs replacing? You can come to us for a second opinion on a car repair. It costs € 145, including up to one hour of investigation, and it is not deducted from a repair. Do you drive an older car and wonder whether a new clutch is still worth it? Read repair or replace an older car (in Dutch).

When does a clutch need replacing?

A clutch needs replacing when it slips, only bites right at the top of the pedal travel or no longer disengages properly. According to the ANWB, a clutch lasts at least 6 years or 120,000 km. Driving in town and towing a heavy trailer make it wear faster. The ANWB mentions these signs:

  • Slipping: the engine revs rise out of proportion to the speed of the car.
  • High biting point: the clutch only bites when the pedal is almost fully released.
  • Heavy or sticking pedal: this can also be caused by a cylinder or the release bearing.
  • Difficult gear changes: a worn clutch plate makes changing gear harder.
Does the clutch slip when overtaking or on a hill? Then the power of the engine does not reach the wheels properly. That is dangerous. Drive as little as possible, stop towing a trailer and call +31 10 479 00 00. Have the clutch checked soon, before the plate is completely worn out. Does the clutch pedal stay on the floor, or can you no longer select a gear? Then do not drive on. Have your breakdown service bring the car to us.

How to get one price in advance for your clutch

We first assess the problem, replace what is worn and call you before we do anything extra. We replace the clutch, the release bearing and the clutch cylinders in our own workshop. This is how it works:

  1. Call +31 10 479 00 00 with your registration number and tell us what you notice. The registration number shows us which clutch and which flywheel your car has. Our team speaks Dutch and English.
  2. From Monday to Friday you bring the car between 8.00 and 8.30, on Saturday at 9.00, as agreed with you. A clutch job on a Saturday is possible by arrangement. A courtesy bike is free, as long as one is available.
  3. We take a test drive and check the controls, the cylinders and the fluid. We tell you one amount in advance based on your registration number, including parts, labour and VAT.
  4. With your approval we replace the clutch. If the flywheel is worn or something else comes up, we call you first.
  5. After the work we take a test drive. We call you when the car is ready. You can collect the car until 17.30, or on Saturday between 9.00 and 15.00.

Do you drive a lease car? Ask your lease company first whether you may choose your own garage. If you may, you are welcome. If the car belongs to you or your company, you choose your own garage. The prices we do publish in advance are listed under our prices and rates. Would you like to drop by first or check the route? See our contact page. You will find us at Boterdiep 11 in Rotterdam-IJsselmonde, close to De Kuip.

Frequently asked questions

Can I have only the clutch plate replaced?

No. We advise against it. The pressure plate and the release bearing wear along with it, and ZF advises replacing all relevant components together so that they work well with each other. Every part requires the gearbox to come out, so if you replace only the plate now, you pay the labour again later.

Does the concentric slave cylinder need replacing when the clutch is replaced?

Yes. If your car has a concentric slave cylinder, in which the release bearing and the slave cylinder are one part, ZF advises replacing it with each clutch repair. The part sits inside the clutch housing and can only be reached with the gearbox out. We tell you in advance whether your car has one and what it costs.

What does a new clutch cost for a Golf, Polo or Clio?

That differs per engine and version, even within one model. One version has a single-mass flywheel, another a dual-mass flywheel. The ANWB gives an average of € 300 to € 1,000 for a clutch (consulted November 2026). Call us with your registration number and we will tell you one amount for your car in advance.

My garage quotes € 1,400 for a new clutch. How do I know whether that is reasonable?

That depends on what is included. Without a flywheel, the ANWB gives an average of € 300 to € 1,000. According to the ANWB, replacing only a dual-mass flywheel, including fitting, often comes to roughly € 1,500 or more. With a new clutch on top, the total can be higher. If you are not sure the work is needed, you can have a second opinion with us for € 145, including up to one hour of investigation.

Is the price I hear in advance including VAT?

Yes. We tell you one amount in advance based on your registration number, including parts, labour and VAT. If something comes up during the work, such as a worn flywheel, we call you first. We only do extra work with your approval.

Which automatic gearboxes have a clutch that can wear?

A conventional automatic usually has a torque converter and no clutch plate like a manual gearbox. A DSG or another dual-clutch gearbox does have clutches. Read more on our page about DSG gearbox problems. Do you have an automated manual gearbox? Call us with your registration number first, and we will tell you straight away whether we can help.

Can I pay for the repair by credit card?

No. You can pay by debit card or in cash, but not by credit card. We tell you the amount in advance based on your registration number, so you know where you stand before the work starts.

What does your clutch cost? Call with your registration number

Call +31 10 479 00 00. We assess the clutch and the flywheel and we tell you one amount in advance based on your registration number.

You will find us at Boterdiep 11 in Rotterdam-IJsselmonde, close to Stadion Feijenoord (De Kuip). We work by appointment. For a quick question or check you can walk in without an appointment.

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