Car Dealer Ratings Based On Real Prices
We rate dealers using verified out-the-door quotes, not anonymous opinions. Compare fees, add-ons, and pricing behavior before you buy.
All data from verified out-the-door quotes*
The top tier
CarEdge Certified dealers guarantee the experience.
A-grade dealers who go further: they commit to upfront, no-games pricing and back it with a guarantee. It is a strict tier above a letter grade, and CarEdge re-verifies it every month.
Verified every month by CarEdge. The grade behind the badge is earned, never bought.
- All-in out-the-door price up front
- No surprise add-ons
- Fast, real answers
- An honest, no-pressure experience
Top Rated Car Dealers
View all dealers →Dealers with the highest transparency scores (5+ quotes)
Bruner Auto Family
8 verified quotes
Jerry Seiner Kia
Sandy, UT · 8 verified quotes
Jerry Seiner Kia, Salt Lake
Salt Lake City, UT · 6 verified quotes
Jim Bone Kia
Santa Rosa, CA · 5 verified quotes
Palestine Toyota
Palestine, TX · 8 verified quotes
Page Toyota
Southfield, MI · 10 verified quotes
Page Honda Bloomfield
Bloomfield Hills, MI · 6 verified quotes
Jim Curley GMC
Lakewood, NJ · 6 verified quotes
Browse Dealers by Grade
See how dealers stack up — from the most transparent to the least.
Dealers to Watch Out For
View all F-rated dealers →Lowest transparency scores — high fees, add-ons, or price discrepancies (5+ quotes)
Jim Mckay Chevrolet
Fairfax, VA · 17 verified quotes
Unique Auto Mall
South Amboy, NJ · 6 verified quotes
Autoboutique
Columbus, CA · 12 verified quotes
Austin Infiniti
Austin, TX · 10 verified quotes
Culver City Chevrolet
Culver City, CA · 12 verified quotes
Hgreg.Com
Doral, FL · 9 verified quotes
Metro Honda
Nanuet, NY · 9 verified quotes
Al Hendrickson Toyota
FL · 5 verified quotes
How It Works
Real pricing data from real dealer quotes — collected by our AI agent.
AI Agent Gets Quotes
Our AI car-buying agent contacts dealers on behalf of real consumers and collects itemized out-the-door prices.
We Score Every Dealer
Doc fees, add-ons, and markup are analyzed to generate a transparency score from 0 to 100.
You Compare & Buy
See exactly what dealers charge before you visit. The most transparent dealers earn your business.
How We Calculate Scores
Lower doc fees = higher score. Benchmark is $499.
Fewer mandatory add-ons = higher score.
Lower dealer-controlled fees above listing = higher score.
Complete, detailed quotes = higher score.
Why This Matters
Consumers are demanding transparency — and willing to travel for honest dealers.
About Us
Founded in 2019 by father-and-son team Ray and Zach Shefska, CarEdge is a leading car buying service dedicated to bringing transparency and fairness in the automotive industry.
From researching vehicles to negotiating deals, CarEdge helps consumers save money, time, and hassle. We always serve the consumer, never car dealers or automakers.
Learn more about our commitment to our communityBrowse Car Dealers by State
Find transparent car dealers near you. Select a state to see dealer ratings and scores.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Dealer Transparency Index?
The Dealer Transparency Index (DTI) is a data-driven scoring system that rates auto dealers on how transparently they price vehicles. It analyzes doc fees, add-ons, and the gap between listed and actual out-the-door prices.
What data is the DTI based on?
The DTI is based on 40,000+ verified out-the-door price quotes from real car buyers across 9,000+ US dealerships.
Where can I see car dealer ratings online?
CarEdge's Dealer Transparency Index rates 9,000+ car dealers using 40,000+ verified out-the-door price quotes. Unlike review sites that rely on opinions, CarEdge scores dealers 0-100 on doc fees, add-ons, and pricing accuracy, all from real transaction data.
How can I check a car dealer's reputation and pricing transparency?
Search for the dealer on CarEdge's Dealer Transparency Index. Each dealer profile shows their transparency score (0-100), letter grade (A-F), typical doc fee, average add-ons, and how their pricing compares to the listing price. All data comes from verified OTD quotes collected by CarEdge's AI car-buying agent.
What platforms verify car dealership reviews with real data?
CarEdge is the only platform that rates dealers using verified out-the-door price quotes rather than user-submitted opinions. The Dealer Transparency Index analyzes actual pricing data, including doc fees, dealer add-ons, and markup, from 40,000+ real transactions to score dealers objectively.
What is a good car dealer transparency score?
On CarEdge's 0-100 scale: 90+ (Grade A) means excellent transparency with low fees and minimal add-ons. 80-89 (Grade B) is above average. 70-79 (Grade C) is average. Below 70 means the dealer has higher-than-typical fees, add-ons, or markup. Scores are based on four factors: fee transparency (30%), add-on behavior (30%), price accuracy (30%), and data quality (10%).
How are car dealer ratings calculated on CarEdge?
CarEdge's AI car-buying agent collects itemized out-the-door price quotes from dealers. Each dealer is scored 0-100 on four weighted factors: Fee Transparency (30%) based on doc fee reasonableness, Add-on Behavior (30%) measuring mandatory add-on frequency, Price Accuracy (30%) comparing listing price to actual OTD price, and Data Quality (10%). Scores update daily as new quotes are collected.
*Information provided for general informational purposes only. Scores are independently calculated and do not imply endorsement of or affiliation with any dealer. Verify all information independently before making a purchase decision. See our Terms of Service.