Transparency Verdict
Fowler Kia earns a B.
Early read: mostly fair.
Based on a small number of verified deals so far, fees and pricing look fair. Read the out-the-door carefully and we'll update as we gather more.
Limited confidence — based on 2 verified out-the-door quotes · Longmont, CO
Collected Nov 20, 2025 – Dec 29, 2025 · Updated May 3, 2026
Early read. The grade may shift as we log more deals here.
The full story
Why Fowler Kia earned this grade
Between November 2025 and December 2025, CarEdge negotiated or logged 2 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
1 thingAdvertised pricing is largely honest
On average, the quoted price is only 0.6% above the listing — small enough to be fees, not markup games.
! Where to push back
1 thingDoc fee is slightly padded
$732 is $43 above the CO average of $689. 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.
2 verified OTD quotes from Fowler Kia
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
2 verified quotes
At a Glance
Tips for Fowler Kia
- Doc fee is $332 above national average. Ask if they'll match competitors or reduce it.
- Minor add-ons (~$385) may appear. Ask what's included and if they can be removed.
- Dealer markup is only +1% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
- Limited data (2 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fowler Kia's doc fee?
Fowler Kia charges a typical documentation fee of $732. The CO average is $689. This is based on 2 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Fowler Kia add mandatory add-ons?
Fowler Kia adds an average of $385 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 Fowler Kia a good dealer?
Fowler Kia has a transparency score of 89.7/100, earning a Grade B. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 2 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.
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 Fowler Kia in Longmont, CO, that has meant 2 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 ScoreThe raw component scores — the math that led to B.
Doc Fee Comparison
Pulled 2 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.
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