SMART Electric Drive AC compressor replacement Cost
2012–2023 · Engine, Fuel & Emissions system
Typical range
$575–$4.3k
Parts + labour
Labour hours
2–5.5h
At a typical garage
The A/C compressor pressurises the refrigerant to drive the cooling cycle; a failed compressor means no cold air at all. Replacement typically includes a system flush, new receiver/drier and re-gas. SMART Electric Drive A/C compressor replacement costs $575–$4290.
Typical parts included
- AC compressor
- AC compressor clutch
What affects the price
- Remanufactured vs new OEM compressor
- Whether the expansion valve and receiver/drier are replaced at the same time (recommended)
- Refrigerant type and recharge cost
Common questions
How long does this repair take?
AC compressor replacement on a SMART Electric Drive typically takes 2–5.5 hours at a garage.
How often does this need to be done?
For a SMART Electric Drive, this is typically needed A/C compressors are replaced on failure; typical lifespan is 8–12 years or 100,000+ miles.
Other engine, fuel & emissions system repairs on the SMART Electric Drive
- ABS hydraulic unit replacement$476–$821
- ABS sensor replacement$196–$338
- ABS system bleeding$157–$270
- AC compressor clutch replacement$392–$676
- AC condenser replacement$308–$531
AC compressor replacement cost on similar cars
- NISSAN Micra 5 Doors$300–$518
- RENAULT Clio 5 Doors$300–$518
- KIA Picanto$300–$518
- MINI Hatch$300–$518
- FIAT 500$300–$518
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