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Kearny Mesa

San Diego, CA·11 verified quotes*

Sep 12, 2025Apr 4, 2026· Score updated Apr 9, 2026

B
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Transparent Dealer
Score: 83.5/100
Doc Fee
$0

CA caps at $85

Add-on Rate
36%of quotes

Avg $1,093 when present

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Kearny Mesa Review

Based on 11 verified OTD quotes from Sep 2025 to Apr 2026, Kearny Mesa earns a Grade B (83.5/100). Their typical doc fee of $0 is at or below the CA average. When present, add-ons average $397, which is relatively low. Buyers who negotiated saved an average of $1,663.

Transparency Score Breakdown

Fee Transparency (30%)
100
Add-on Behavior (30%)
78
Price Accuracy (30%)
100
Data Quality (10%)
0
  • Doc fee ($0) is at or below CA average ($101)
  • Average dealer add-ons of $1,093 when present
  • Price accuracy is excellent — quotes closely match advertised prices

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$0
CA avg$101
National avg$400

Recent Quotes

Verified out-the-door prices from real transactions

10 vehicle transactions11 individual quotes

2026 Kia Sportage Hybrid

EX AWD
$37,200
doc feeNo add-ons
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2026 Kia Sportage Hybrid

EX AWD
$37,629
doc feeNo add-ons
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2026 Kia Carnival Hybrid

4D WAGON SX PRESTIGE HEV
$57,938
doc feeNo add-ons
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2026 Kia Carnival Hybrid

4D WAGON SX PRESTIGE HEV
$60,106
doc feeNo add-ons
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2021 Kia SORENTO

4D WAGON S HEV 2WD
$21,709
doc feeNo add-ons
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2025 Ram 1500

CREW CAB TUNGSTEN 5'7" 4WD (22V)
$75,278
doc fee$1,495add-ons
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2014 Toyota PRIUS

5D HATCHBACK C 4 HYBRID CVT
$14,490
doc fee$85add-ons
View Quote →

2025 Ford F-150 Lightning

SUPERCREW XLT FLASH EXTENDED RANGE 4WDNew
$74,991
doc feeNo add-ons
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2022 Lexus IS

4D SEDAN IS 350 F SPORT2 quotes
$43,943
doc feeNo add-onsSaved $1,663
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2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV

4D WAGON RS FWD (2RS)New
$37,794
doc fee$1,295add-ons

Most Common Add-ons

1
accessoriesavg $1,428
3 quotes
2
other feesavg $85
1 quote

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kearny Mesa's doc fee?

Kearny Mesa charges a typical documentation fee of $0. The CA average is $499. This is based on 11 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Kearny Mesa add mandatory add-ons?

Kearny Mesa adds an average of $397 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 Kearny Mesa a good dealer?

Kearny Mesa has a transparency score of 83.5/100, earning a Grade B. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 11 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.

At a Glance

Doc fee ($0) is at or below average
Minimal dealer markup above listing price
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Tips for Kearny Mesa

  • Minor add-ons (~$397) may appear. Ask what's included and if they can be removed.
  • Doc fee ($0) is at or below national average. One less thing to negotiate.
  • Dealer markup is about 4% below listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps fees very low.
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