D
60–69 · Below average

Transparency Verdict

Autonation Dodge Ram Colorado Springs earns a D.

Early caution.

On the small number of verified deals we have so far, we observed concerns on fees, add-ons, or markup. The picture may shift as we collect more data — get every number in writing.

Developing confidence — based on 3 verified out-the-door quotes · Colorado Springs, CO
Collected Dec 4, 2025Dec 5, 2025 · Updated May 1, 2026

Location

Colorado Springs, CO

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The full story

Why Autonation Dodge Ram Colorado Springs earned this grade

Between December 2025 and December 2025, CarEdge negotiated or logged 3 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.

! Where to push back

3 things

Doc fee is slightly padded

$799 is $101 above the CO average of $698. Not outrageous, but worth questioning.

TipAsk them to match the average. If they won't, factor it into your overall price — every dollar here is negotiable.

Add-ons are baked into almost every deal

100% of quotes include dealer add-ons, averaging $3,791. This is their business model — inflate the OTD, then hope you don't line-item it.

TipDemand an itemized quote before signing anything. Every add-on is optional — refuse them unless you actually want them.

The listing isn't quite the price

Quoted prices run about 5.2% above the advertised listing. On a $35,000 vehicle that's roughly $1,820 in extra fees or markup.

TipGet an OTD quote in writing before you visit. Compare it to the listing — if there's a gap, ask them to account for every line.

What they do well:Nothing stands out as a strength in this data. That's the finding.

3 verified OTD quotes from Autonation Dodge Ram Colorado Springs

Real out-the-door worksheets, not reviews. Click “View Quote” on any row to see the price breakdown.

Recent Quotes

Verified out-the-door prices from real transactions

1 vehicle transaction3 individual quotes

2026 Ram 1500

LaramieNew3 quotes
$75,873
$799doc fee$3,791add-ons
View 3 Quotes →

Most Common Add-ons

1
paint protectionavg $749
3 quotes
2
dent protectionavg $749
3 quotes
3
windshield protectionavg $995
3 quotes
4
window tintavg $1,298
3 quotes

At a Glance

High add-ons averaging $3,791

Tips for Autonation Dodge Ram Colorado Springs

  • This dealer often adds $3,791 in dealer add-ons. Request a quote WITHOUT any add-ons upfront. These are almost always removable.
  • Dealer markup is only +5% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
  • Limited data (3 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Autonation Dodge Ram Colorado Springs's doc fee?

Autonation Dodge Ram Colorado Springs charges a typical documentation fee of $799. The CO average is $698. This is based on 3 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Autonation Dodge Ram Colorado Springs add mandatory add-ons?

Autonation Dodge Ram Colorado Springs adds an average of $3,791 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 Dodge Ram Colorado Springs a good dealer?

Autonation Dodge Ram Colorado Springs has a transparency score of 64.5/100, earning a Grade D. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 3 verified OTD quotes. This is below average. Consider getting quotes from other dealers in the area for comparison.

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 Autonation Dodge Ram Colorado Springs in Colorado Springs, CO, that has meant 3 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 try to stick on paint protection, theft deterrent, or nitrogen tires? And when they do, how much do they cost you?

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 Score

The raw component scores — the math that led to D.

Fee Transparency (30%)
90
Add-on Behavior (30%)
10
Price Accuracy (30%)
82
Data Quality (10%)
100

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$799
CO avg$698
National avg$400

Pulled 3 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.

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