B
80–89 · Above average

Transparency Verdict

Hyundai of New Bern earns a B.

Mostly honest. Stay alert.

Fair on the big stuff, but there are small things to watch. Read the out-the-door carefully before you sign.

Developing confidence — based on 4 verified out-the-door quotes and 1 tracked negotiation · New Bern, NC
Collected Apr 6, 2026Apr 6, 2026 · Updated Apr 28, 2026

Location

New Bern, NC

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The full story

Why Hyundai of New Bern earned this grade

Between April 2026 and April 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 4 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 things

No dealer add-ons detected

Across 4 recent quotes, we haven't seen a single "dealer accessory," "paint protection," or "theft deterrent" line item. That is rare, and it is good.

The price you see is the price you get

Their quoted selling price almost exactly matches the advertised listing price. No mystery markup, no surprise "market adjustment."

! Where to push back

1 thing

Doc fee is slightly padded

$900 is $97 above the NC average of $803. 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.

4 verified OTD quotes from Hyundai of New Bern

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 transaction4 individual quotes

2026 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid

Blue SE 4dr AllNew4 quotes
$31,474
$900doc feeNo add-onsSaved $1,533
View 4 Quotes →

At a Glance

No mandatory add-ons detected
Minimal dealer markup above listing price
Doc fee ($900) is well above average ($499)

Tips for Hyundai of New Bern

  • Doc fee is $500 above national average. Ask if they'll match competitors or reduce it.
  • This dealer typically doesn't add mandatory dealer add-ons. That's a good sign of transparency.
  • Dealer markup is about 11% below listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps fees very low.
  • Limited data (4 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
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On the lot right now

Separate from the grade above — this is what's currently listed. Useful for spotting aging stock with room to negotiate.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hyundai of New Bern's doc fee?

Hyundai of New Bern charges a typical documentation fee of $900. The NC average is $499. This is based on 4 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Hyundai of New Bern add mandatory add-ons?

Based on our data, Hyundai of New Bern does not typically add mandatory dealer add-ons to their quotes. This is a positive sign for buyers.

Is Hyundai of New Bern a good dealer?

Hyundai of New Bern has a transparency score of 88/100, earning a Grade B. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 4 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 Hyundai of New Bern in New Bern, NC, that has meant 4 verified OTD quotes across 1 negotiated deals 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 B.

Fee Transparency (30%)
60
Add-on Behavior (30%)
100
Price Accuracy (30%)
100
Data Quality (10%)
100

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$900
NC avg$803
National avg$400

Pulled 4 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.

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