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THE PATCH BOYS vs Valvoline Instant Oil Change

Franchise Comparison 2026

Both THE PATCH BOYS and Valvoline Instant Oil Change are automotive franchises. THE PATCH BOYS requires an investment of $75K – $106K while Valvoline Instant Oil Change requires $192K – $640K. In terms of revenue, Valvoline Instant Oil Change reports higher average unit revenue at $1.8M. Note: Reported as net sales, not gross sales. Valvoline Instant Oil Change has SBA lending data on file with a 5.4% charge-off rate. FranchiseVerdict rates THE PATCH BOYS A (Strongest tier) and Valvoline Instant Oil Change A (Strongest tier).

Investment Range
$75K – $106K
$192K – $640K
Franchise Fee
$45K
$30K
Royalty Rate
8.0%
6.0%
Average Revenue (Item 19)
$118KPer territory, not per outlet
$1.8M
SBA Charge-Off Rate
Limited data
5.4% (61 loans)
Total Units
264
2,039
Unit Growth (YoY)
N/A
N/A
Year Began Franchising
2020
1988
FDD Year
2026
2026