Mobile Car Detailing Prices: Interior, Exterior and Full Detail
What mobile detailers charge by package and vehicle size, plus what ceramic coating, paint correction and pet-hair removal really add.
Updated 2026-08-01
Mobile detailing costs slightly more per hour than a shop, and saves you the drop-off, the wait and the second trip. For most people that trade is worth it.
Packages are built around three tiers: exterior wash and wax, interior deep clean, and a full detail combining both. Paint correction and coatings are a separate world of pricing.
Vehicle size and condition drive everything. A three-row SUV with kids, pets and spilled coffee is a different job from a commuter sedan.
Typical price
A full interior-and-exterior detail on a mid-size SUV commonly runs $200–$300.
Price breakdown
| Item | Typical price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior wash and wax | $75 – $150 | Hand wash, clay, sealant. |
| Interior deep clean | $100 – $200 | Shampoo, extraction, vents. |
| Full detail (sedan) | $150 – $250 | 2–4 hours on site. |
| Full detail (SUV / truck) | $200 – $350 | Third row adds time. |
| Pet hair removal | +$40 – $120 | Labor-intensive on cloth seats. |
| Engine bay cleaning | +$40 – $90 | Careful masking required. |
| Headlight restoration | +$60 – $120 | Per pair, with UV sealant. |
| One-step paint correction | $250 – $500 | Removes light swirls. |
| Ceramic coating | $500 – $1,500 | Prep is most of the price. |
What drives the price
- Vehicle size and number of seats.
- Condition: stains, odors, pet hair and sand each add labor.
- Whether the detailer is self-contained with water and power.
- Paint condition, if correction or coating is on the table.
- Travel distance to your location.
How to pay less
- Book a maintenance detail every quarter instead of one heavy rescue detail per year.
- Remove all personal items and car seats before they arrive.
- Split a mobile visit with a neighbor or coworker — same trip, two cars.
- Skip ceramic coating unless the paint is already corrected.
- Vacuum loose debris yourself if the interior is very heavy.
Questions to ask before you book
- Are you fully self-contained for water and power?
- What's included in your full detail, step by step?
- How long will the vehicle be occupied?
- Do you use a hot-water extractor for the upholstery?
- Is there an odor-removal or ozone option?
Red flags
- Ceramic coating quoted without any paint prep step.
- Automatic-brush-style washing on dark paint.
- No insurance while working on a vehicle worth tens of thousands.
Frequently asked questions
- How long does mobile detailing take?
- Two to four hours for a full detail; paint correction and coatings can take a full day.
- Do detailers need my water and power?
- Many are fully self-contained with tanks and generators. Ask when booking if you have no outdoor spigot.
- Is ceramic coating worth the money?
- On a newer or freshly corrected car, it protects for years. On worn, swirled paint it just locks in the defects.