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Hyundai of North Charleston earns a D.
High fees or frequent add-ons are common here. Get every number in writing first.
- $719
- Doc fee
- 100%
- Dealer add-ons
$194 above SC avg
On 8 of 8 recent quotes
Developing confidenceNorth Charleston, SCUpdated How we score dealersPart of Krause Auto Group
The full story
Why Hyundai of North Charleston earned this grade
Between September 2025 and October 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 8 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 thingsThe 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."
Shoppers who negotiated saved real money
Across 3 back-and-forth negotiations we tracked here, buyers saved an average of $1,256 from first quote to final. That tells you their opening number has room.
TipNever take the first quote. Their floor is lower than what they offer on day one.
! Where to push back
2 thingsDoc fee is slightly padded
$719 is $194 above the SC average of $525. Not outrageous, but worth questioning.
TipFactor it into your overall price — every dollar here is negotiable.
Quoted add-ons show up on most deals
100% of quotes include add-ons that aren't marked optional. Across all recent quotes, add-ons average $1,628. Plan on seeing them on your quote.
TipAsk for an itemized quote before signing, and ask the dealer to confirm in writing which add-ons, if any, are required.
8 verified OTD quotes from Hyundai of North Charleston
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
4 vehicle transactions — 8 individual quotes
Most Common Add-ons
At a Glance
Tips for Hyundai of North Charleston
- 8 of 8 quotes included $13,027 in add-ons (Accessories, Theft Protection, Window Tint), not marked optional.
- Doc fee ($719) is slightly above average. Worth asking for a reduction.
- Dealer markup is about 5% below listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
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On the lot right now
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Current Inventory
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fees does Hyundai of North Charleston charge?
Based on 8 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge, Hyundai of North Charleston charges a $719 documentation fee and averages $1,628 in dealer add-ons when present. Hyundai of North Charleston earns Transparency Grade D (69/100).
What is the doc fee at Hyundai of North Charleston?
Hyundai of North Charleston charges a typical documentation fee of $719. The SC average is $525. This is based on 8 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Hyundai of North Charleston add dealer add-ons?
Hyundai of North Charleston adds an average of $1,628 in dealer add-ons when present. Dealer add-ons appeared on 8 of 8 recent verified quotes. Ask for an itemized breakdown and negotiate to remove non-essential items like paint protection, nitrogen tire fill, or VIN etching.
Is Hyundai of North Charleston a good dealership?
Hyundai of North Charleston has a transparency score of 69/100, earning a Grade D. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 8 verified OTD quotes. This is below average. Consider getting quotes from other dealers in the area for comparison.
What do reviews say about Hyundai of North Charleston?
CarEdge reviews Hyundai of North Charleston on 8 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. It earns transparency grade D (69/100), with a typical doc fee of $719 versus an SC average of $525. Dealer add-ons appeared on 8 of 8 recent quotes.
Is Hyundai of North Charleston a transparent Hyundai dealer in North Charleston?
Not by CarEdge's measure. Hyundai of North Charleston holds CarEdge Transparency Grade D (69/100), based on 8 verified out-the-door quotes. Get every number in writing and compare quotes from other Hyundai dealers nearby.
How does Hyundai of North Charleston compare to other Hyundai dealers?
You can compare Hyundai of North Charleston's transparency score, doc fees, and add-on behavior against other Hyundai dealers using our comparison tool or by browsing Hyundai dealers in your area. Scores are based on the same methodology for every dealer. CarEdge's market guides Best Hyundai Dealerships in South Carolina and Best Hyundai Dealerships in the US rank Hyundai dealers on the same data.
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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 North Charleston in North Charleston, SC, that has meant 8 verified OTD quotes across 3 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 stick you with mandatory add-ons like paint protection or theft deterrent — the kind you can't say no to? Add-ons the dealer discloses as optional don't count against them.
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 D.
Doc Fee Comparison
Pulled 8 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.
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