How much does a full brake pad and rotor replacement cost for an SUV?

Because you are hearing a direct metallic grinding sound, the brake pad friction material is completely worn down, and the metal backing plate of the pad is now pressing directly against the brake rotor. The warning light is either triggered by a wear sensor touching the rotor or by low brake fluid level, which drops as the caliper pistons extend further out to push the paper-thin pads.Since the metal is already grinding, turning or skimming the old rotors is usually out of the question—they will have deep gouges and need to be replaced alongside the pads.Here is a realistic breakdown of what you should expect to pay in Fujairah (such as in the Sanaiya industrial area) for replacing both front pads and front rotors, including parts and labor:1. Standard Mass-Market SUV (Toyota Prado/RAV4, Nissan Patrol/X-Trail, Mitsubishi Pajero, Hyundai, Kia, Ford)Aftermarket / OEM-quality parts (e.g., Bosch, Brembo aftermarket, Advics, Akebono):- Front pads: 150 – 300 AED - Front rotors (pair): 350 – 650 AED - Labor: 150 – 250 AED - Total realistic range: 650 AED to 1,200 AEDOriginal / Genuine Dealer parts (purchased from authorized spare parts counters):- Front pads: 300 – 550 AED - Front rotors (pair): 700 – 1,200 AED - Labor: 200 – 350 AED (at an independent garage) - Total realistic range: 1,200 AED to 2,000 AED2. European / Luxury SUV(BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Porsche, Range Rover)Aftermarket OEM suppliers (e.g., Textar, Zimmermann, TRW, Ate):- Front pads + sensor wire: 300 – 600 AED - Front rotors (pair): 700 – 1,400 AED - Labor: 250 – 450 AED - Total realistic range: 1,300 AED to 2,400 AEDGenuine Dealer parts:Total realistic range: 2,500 AED to 4,500+ AED (significantly higher at official agency workshops). <b>Things to keep in mind before getting it fixed: </b> • Sensor replacement: European cars and many newer Asian/American SUVs use single-use electronic wear sensors. If your warning light is on because the sensor wire wore through, you will need a new sensor wire, which costs around 40 to 100 AED extra. • Limit driving immediately: Since metal is grinding on metal, avoid driving long distances or at high speeds. Extreme heat from metal friction can damage the rubber seals on your caliper pistons, turning a simple pad-and-rotor job into a much more expensive caliper replacement. • Parts choice: You do not have to buy parts directly from the garage if you want to save money. You can purchase reputable aftermarket pads and rotors from spare parts shops in Fujairah Sanaiya yourself and simply pay a local garage 150 to 250 AED for labor.