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Acura of Johnston earns a C.
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- $180
- Doc fee
- 100%
- Dealer add-ons
$8 above IA avg
On 1 of 1 recent quotes
Limited confidenceJohnston, IAUpdated How we score dealersPart of Lithia Motors Inc.
Early read. The grade may shift as we log more deals here.
The full story
Why Acura of Johnston earned this grade
Between September 2026 and September 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 1 verified deals with this dealership. We pulled the doc fee, the add-ons, and the gap between advertised and out-the-door price from each one. Then we graded them the way a friend in the business would: on the things that actually cost you money.
✓ What they do well
2 thingsDoc fee is in line with the market
At $180, their doc fee is within $8 of the IA average of $172. Not exceptional, but nothing to fight over.
Advertised pricing is largely honest
On average, the quoted price is only 1.2% above the listing — small enough to be fees, not markup games.
1 verified OTD quote from Acura of Johnston
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Recent Quotes
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1 verified quote
Most Common Add-ons
At a Glance
Tips for Acura of Johnston
- Their only quote included $695 in add-ons (All-Weather Protection Package), not marked optional.
- Dealer markup is only +1% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
- Limited data (1 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fees does Acura of Johnston charge?
Based on 1 verified out-the-door quote collected by CarEdge, Acura of Johnston charges a $180 documentation fee and averages $695 in dealer add-ons when present. Acura of Johnston earns Transparency Grade C, based on limited data (1 verified quote).
What is the doc fee at Acura of Johnston?
Acura of Johnston charges a typical documentation fee of $180. The IA average is $172. This is based on 1 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Acura of Johnston add dealer add-ons?
Acura of Johnston adds an average of $695 in dealer add-ons when present. Dealer add-ons appeared on 1 of 1 recent verified quote. Ask for an itemized breakdown and negotiate to remove non-essential items like paint protection, nitrogen tire fill, or VIN etching.
Is Acura of Johnston a good dealership?
Acura of Johnston earns a Grade C, based on limited data (1 verified quote). The grade reflects their doc fees, add-on behavior, and dealer markup, and an exact score appears once Acura of Johnston has 3 verified quotes. This is an average score. Compare with nearby dealers before making a decision.
What do reviews say about Acura of Johnston?
CarEdge reviews Acura of Johnston on 1 verified out-the-door quote, not star ratings. It earns transparency grade C, an early read that may change as more quotes come in, with a typical doc fee of $180 versus an IA average of $172. Dealer add-ons appeared on 1 of 1 recent quote.
Is Acura of Johnston a transparent Acura dealer in Johnston?
CarEdge has limited data on Acura of Johnston so far. Acura of Johnston holds CarEdge Transparency Grade C, based on 1 verified out-the-door quote. The grade may change as more quotes come in.
How does Acura of Johnston compare to other Acura dealers?
You can compare Acura of Johnston's transparency score, doc fees, and add-on behavior against other Acura dealers using our comparison tool or by browsing Acura dealers in your area. Scores are based on the same methodology for every dealer. CarEdge's market guide Best Acura Dealerships in the US ranks Acura dealers on the same data.
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How we know this
Every number on this page came from a real deal.
Most dealer review sites scrape star ratings and count angry posts. We do the opposite. CarEdge shops for cars alongside thousands of real buyers every week — and when we negotiate on their behalf, we capture the full out-the-door breakdown the dealer sends back.
For Acura of Johnston in Johnston, IA, that has meant 1 verified OTD quotes logged into our database. Each one is a PDF, an email, or a screenshot showing the actual doc fee, the actual add-ons, and the actual final price — not a salesperson's promise.
Fee Transparency
30%Is the doc fee reasonable, or is it just profit? We compare it against the state average — and the legal cap, where one exists.
Add-on Behavior
30%How often does the dealer stick you with mandatory add-ons like paint protection or theft deterrent — the kind you can't say no to? Add-ons the dealer discloses as optional don't count against them.
Price Accuracy
30%Does the advertised listing price match what you'd actually sign for? We flag dealers whose out-the-door diverges from the listing.
Data Quality
10%More data = more trustworthy grade. Dealers with lots of recent, complete quotes score higher for consistency.
The four numbers behind the grade
Weighted ScoreThe raw component scores — the math that led to C.
Doc Fee Comparison
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