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Autonation

Golden, CO·39 verified quotes*

Aug 21, 2025Mar 27, 2026· Score updated Apr 10, 2026

B
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Transparent Dealer
Score: 89.4/100
Add-on Rate
31%of quotes

Avg $2,173 when present

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Autonation Review

Based on 39 verified OTD quotes from Aug 2025 to Mar 2026, Autonation earns a Grade B (89.4/100). Their typical doc fee of $225 is at or below the CO average. Add-ons average $668 when present — ask for an itemized breakdown. Buyers who negotiated saved an average of $1,944.

Transparency Score Breakdown

Fee Transparency (30%)
100
Add-on Behavior (30%)
72
Price Accuracy (30%)
100
Data Quality (10%)
80
  • Doc fee ($225) is at or below CO average ($689)
  • Average dealer add-ons of $2,173 when present
  • Fees average 1.2% above listing (~$420 on a $35k vehicle) — minimal

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$225
CO avg$689
National avg$400

Recent Quotes

Verified out-the-door prices from real transactions

30 vehicle transactions39 individual quotes

2025 Subaru Crosstrek

SRF Limited2 quotes
$30,920
$799doc feeNo add-onsSaved $1,045
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2024 BMW I5

245T eDrive40
$50,483
$85doc feeNo add-ons
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2024 BMW I5 245T eDrive40

2 quotes
$50,483
$85doc feeNo add-onsSaved $4,278
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2023 BMW 530i

235A
$39,391
$225doc feeNo add-ons
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2025 Volkswagen Tiguan

RM12PS SNew2 quotes
$28,250
$899doc feeNo add-ons
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2025 Volkswagen Tiguan

RM12PS SNew
$28,250
$899doc feeNo add-ons
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2026 Toyota Sienna

5419 PlatinumNew
$67,150
$995doc fee$249add-ons
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2025 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 55

AMG GT 55New
$144,965
$85doc feeNo add-ons
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2024 Lexus RX 350

Premium Plus2 quotes
$53,074
$225doc feeNo add-ons
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2025 Ford Bronco

Big Bend E7BNew
$55,523
$225doc fee$13,021add-ons
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Most Common Add-ons

1
paint protectionavg $749
6 quotes
2
window tintavg $329
5 quotes
3
dent protectionavg $749
5 quotes
4
wheel locksavg $107
2 quotes
5
90 day tempavg $45
2 quotes
6
premium 5 windowavg $599
1 quote
7
bmw wallboxavg $995
1 quote
8
theft protectionavg $749
1 quote
9
protection planavg $10,995
1 quote
10
floor matsavg $200
1 quote

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Autonation's doc fee?

Autonation charges a typical documentation fee of $225. The CO average is $499. This is based on 39 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Autonation add mandatory add-ons?

Autonation adds an average of $668 in dealer add-ons when present. Ask for an itemized breakdown and negotiate to remove non-essential items like paint protection, nitrogen tire fill, or VIN etching.

Is Autonation a good dealer?

Autonation has a transparency score of 89.4/100, earning a Grade B. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 39 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.

At a Glance

Doc fee ($225) is at or below average
Minimal dealer markup above listing price
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Tips for Autonation

  • Expect ~$668 in add-ons. Items like "dealer accessories," paint protection, and theft deterrent are typically negotiable.
  • Doc fee ($225) is at or below national average. One less thing to negotiate.
  • Dealer markup is only +1% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
  • 39 quotes analyzed. This score is based on solid data.
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