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Autonation Hyundai Columbia

Columbia, SC·15 verified quotes*

Aug 13, 2025Jan 28, 2026· Score updated Apr 7, 2026

B
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Transparent Dealer
Score: 89.6/100
Add-on Rate
27%of quotes

Avg $837 when present

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Autonation Hyundai Columbia Review

Based on 15 verified OTD quotes from Aug 2025 to Jan 2026, Autonation Hyundai Columbia earns a Grade B (89.6/100). Their doc fee of $599 is $225 above the SC average ($374). When present, add-ons average $183, which is relatively low. Buyers who negotiated saved an average of $534.

Price vs. Days on Lot

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New
Used
Negotiable

Days on Market

How long vehicles have been listed. Older stock means more room to negotiate.

Fresh stock
Normal
Aging
Negotiate

Transparency Score Breakdown

Fee Transparency (30%)
78
Add-on Behavior (30%)
88
Price Accuracy (30%)
100
Data Quality (10%)
100
  • Doc fee ($599) is slightly above SC average ($517)
  • Average dealer add-ons of $837 when present
  • Price accuracy is excellent — quotes closely match advertised prices

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$599
SC avg$517
National avg$400

Recent Quotes

Verified out-the-door prices from real transactions

8 vehicle transactions15 individual quotes

2020 Ford Escape

se 4dr front-wheel drive2 quotes
$9,001
$599doc feeNo add-onsSaved $769
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2026 Hyundai Sonata n line (dct) 4dr front-wheel drive sedan

n line (dct)New2 quotes
$35,633
$599doc feeNo add-onsSaved $299
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2025 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid

LimitedNew5 quotes
$38,978
$599doc feeNo add-ons
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2026 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV

Calligraphy
$52,107
$599doc feeNo add-ons
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2015 Toyota Highlander

Limited Platinum2 quotes
$18,664
$599doc feeNo add-ons
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2022 Acura MDX

Advance Package (A10) 4dr SH-AWDUsed
$42,250
$599doc feeNo add-ons
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2025 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV

CalligraphyNew
$46,573
$599doc fee$1,098add-ons
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2025 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV

CalligraphyNew
$46,574
$599doc fee$1,348add-ons
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Most Common Add-ons

1
premium ceramic window tintavg $499
3 quotes
2
closing feeavg $599
1 quote
3
electronic filing feeavg $2
1 quote
4
appearance protection - 3 yr #avg $499
1 quote
5
appearance protection - 3 yravg $749
1 quote

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Autonation Hyundai Columbia's doc fee?

Autonation Hyundai Columbia charges a typical documentation fee of $599. The SC average is $374. This is based on 15 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Autonation Hyundai Columbia add mandatory add-ons?

Autonation Hyundai Columbia adds an average of $183 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 Hyundai Columbia a good dealer?

Autonation Hyundai Columbia has a transparency score of 89.6/100, earning a Grade B. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 15 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.

At a Glance

Minimal dealer markup above listing price
Doc fee ($599) is well above average ($374)
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Tips for Autonation Hyundai Columbia

  • Doc fee ($599) is slightly above average. Worth asking for a reduction.
  • Minor add-ons (~$183) may appear. Ask what's included and if they can be removed.
  • Dealer markup is about 5% below listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps fees very low.
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