Typical 2026 mobile detailing prices
Across the US market, mobile detailing generally falls into three tiers. Prices scale with vehicle size — SUVs and trucks usually run 20–40% more than sedans because of the extra square footage and interior volume.
- Interior-only detail: $120 – $250 (sedan), $180 – $325 (SUV / truck)
- Full interior + exterior detail: $200 – $400 (sedan), $275 – $500 (SUV / truck)
- Ceramic coating: $400 – $1,500 depending on prep, warranty length, and vehicle size
Recurring monthly or bi-weekly plans usually knock 25–40% off the one-time rate because the paint and interior stay in better shape between visits, so each service takes less time.
FujiWash™ flat-rate pricing
We publish flat pricing by vehicle size — no surprise upcharges at your driveway. Starting rates on a one-time visit:
- Interior + Exterior Detail — from $249 (sedan / coupe), from $299 (SUV / truck)
- Interior Detail — from $199 (sedan / coupe), from $239 (SUV / truck)
- Ceramic Coating — from $399, final quote after on-site paint inspection
Plan pricing drops the interior + exterior detail to $149 per visit on a monthly cadence. Plans require 3 completed services to keep the discounted rate — cancel sooner and the difference from the one-time price is charged back.
Austin vs. Boston: what to expect locally
Regional averages vary with labor cost, water access, and climate demands. Two of our busiest markets:
- Austin, TX — market average for a mobile full detail on a sedan runs $180 – $325. Higher pollen and Hill Country dust push most owners onto a monthly or bi-monthly cadence.
- Boston, MA — market average is $225 – $400 on a sedan. Winter road salt and short spring windows mean most owners book a full detail in April and a maintenance detail every 4–6 weeks after.
FujiWash™'s flat pricing is the same in both cities, so you get the same $249 sedan full-detail rate in Boston that you get in Austin — with no seasonal surcharges.
What actually changes the price
- Vehicle size — sedan, SUV, truck, or oversized (Sprinter, Suburban).
- Condition — heavy pet hair, mildew, or stains add a shampoo / hot-water extraction upcharge.
- Add-ons — clay bar, headlight restoration, engine bay, or pet-hair removal.
- Ceramic prep depth — single-stage vs. two-stage paint correction changes labor by 3–4 hours.
- One-time vs. plan — recurring plans are cheaper per visit because the car stays maintained.
How to compare quotes fairly
- Ask what's included in the interior — steam cleaning and leather conditioning should both be standard.
- Ask whether the exterior wash is a two-bucket hand wash or a spray-and-wipe.
- Ask if pricing is flat or if the detailer inspects and re-quotes on-site.
- For ceramic: ask about warranty length, manufacturer certification, and prep hours.
FAQ
- How much does a full mobile detail cost in 2026?
- For a sedan or coupe, a full interior + exterior mobile detail typically costs $200 – $400 in the US market. FujiWash™ charges a flat $249 for a one-time sedan full detail and $149 per visit on a monthly plan.
- Why is mobile detailing more expensive than a car wash?
- A tunnel wash cleans the exterior in eight minutes with recirculated water. A mobile detail is three to five hours of hand labor, includes interior steam cleaning and decontamination, and comes to your driveway with self-contained water and power.
- Is mobile detailing cheaper than a shop?
- Usually about the same on price for equivalent work — you're paying for time and materials either way. The savings are your time: no driving, no waiting, no lost half-day on a Saturday.
- Does FujiWash™ offer flat pricing?
- Yes. Every service is quoted at a flat rate by vehicle size before booking, and the price you see online is the price at your driveway — no surprise upcharges unless you add optional services like clay bar or pet-hair removal.
- Are plans cheaper than one-time visits?
- Yes — plans drop the per-visit cost by 25–40% because a well-maintained car takes less time to detail. Plans require 3 completed services to keep the discounted rate; cancel sooner and the difference from the one-time price is charged back.
- What's the cheapest way to keep my car clean with a detailer?
- A monthly interior + exterior plan is the best value for most daily drivers. It runs about $149 per visit at FujiWash™, which is less than what most owners spend on random washes and interior cleans through the year.