business image

Alternative Automotive

Average Score
Overall Rating 4.9/5Overall Rating 4.9/5Overall Rating 4.9/5Overall Rating 4.9/5Overall Rating 4.9/5
4.9
(1,627 Reviews)
94
Write a Review

Score Details

Last 30 Day Trend

Active Business

ReScore Reviews

ReScore
Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
Original Review
Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
1
Total ReScores
3.0
ReScore Average
94
Net Promoter Score ®

Business Details

Categories
Contact
(760) 480-0851

Business Hours

Mon
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tue
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wed
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thu
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Fri
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sat
closed
Sun
closed
* Pacific Time (Us & Canada)
140 North Andreasen Drive Escondido, CA 92029
Alternative Automotive's Reviews
Overall Rating 4.9/5Overall Rating 4.9/5Overall Rating 4.9/5Overall Rating 4.9/5Overall Rating 4.9/5
4.9
(1,627 Reviews)

JS
gravatar
JUSTIN S.
Vista, CA
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
06/12/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Used Truck Inspection
I cannot say enough good things about Steve and his staff at Alternative Automotive. My family has been taking our vehicles to Steve for almost 30 years and he is hands down the most honest, trustworthy mechanic I know. A huge shout out to Steve's mechanic George who has always taken flawless care of all my vehicles. I will own Toyotas for the rest of my life, and I will always have the serviced at Alternative.

RN
gravatar
ROBERT N.
Escondido, CA
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
06/05/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Service on a high milage vehicle
all around best run business. I value their input helping me make decisions including things to consider when buying my next vehicle.

Verified Customer
Escondido, CA
Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
06/05/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
7
Service very good
Service very complete, prompt and well explained. First visit to new facility, that seems fine, but outside challenging with no handicapped parking near the door and a driveway and walkway not conducive to anyone walking with assistance such as a cane. Old facility much better for that.

KH
gravatar
KATEY H.
Escondido, CA
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
06/05/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Excellent Service Since 2006
Steve & Daniel always provide excellent service and I trust them whenever they recommend something be replaced or another service be completed. I have referred both family & friends to Alternative Automotive.

KW
gravatar
KEN W.
San Diego, CA
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
05/31/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
my luxes car
you do good work each time i come.

JG
gravatar
JOSE G.
Escondido, CA
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
05/30/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Oil change
Great service I scheduled on line but they took me in early that day Steve and Michael are great thank you guys.

JB
gravatar
JOHN B.
San Marcos, CA
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
05/28/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
JB service
Have been using Alternative Automotive for several years. Their service is always straight forward and appropriate for my needs; charges are certainly less than dealerships.

Verified Customer
Escondido, CA
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
05/27/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Dodge Caravan
So glad I found Alternative Automobile many years ago.They are always so helpful, and get the repairs done at a reasonable price. Thankyou!

DA
gravatar
DWIGHT A.
Escondido, CA
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
05/27/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Efficient oil and filter change!
Easy to make an appointment, same high grade oil and half the price of Dealers! Runs like a new car again!

Verified Customer
Pauma Valley, CA
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
05/27/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
60,00 mile check up
Work was done as promised and the estimate was correct.

KC
gravatar
KATHE C.
Escondido, CA
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
05/09/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Great Experience
Car serviced in timely, efficient manner. Daniel friendly, communicative. Appreciate having quality service at a good price.

KP
gravatar
KIM P.
Escondido, CA
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
05/07/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Always receive the best service!
I have taken my 2006 Honda Ridgeline to Alternative Automotive on several occasions and am happy with the results. The team is ready to start work when I arrive for my appointment and my truck is ready when promised. In today’s economy, I feel the pricing is fair. I am happy to recommend Alternative Automotive to friends and family knowing they will receive the same care.

PM
gravatar
PATTY M.
Escondido, CA
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
05/01/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Major Service and NO Regrets!
Always professional, courteous and efficient. We use them for both our cars and recommend them regularly!

KB
gravatar
KRISTI B.
Ranchita, CA
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
04/24/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Amazing as always
I will not take my truck anywhere else. They are fast,thought full and I'm always happy.

DS
gravatar
DELENE S.
Valley Center, CA
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
04/17/2025
verified customerVerified Customer
10
Always excellent!
Steve is the owner and Daniel is the service advisor. ALL the staff is wonderful and have always had a good experience with these guys. THANKS!
Net Promoter® NPS®, NPS Prism®, and the NPS-related emoticons are registered trademarks of Bain & Company, Inc., Satmetrix Systems, Inc., and Fred Reichheld. Net Promoter Score™ and Net Promoter System™ are service marks of Bain & Company, Inc., and Fred Reichheld.