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Kia Of Carson

Carson, CA·15 verified quotes*

Aug 18, 2025Feb 6, 2026· Score updated Apr 10, 2026

C
79.5/100
Doc Fee
$85

CA caps at $85

Add-on Rate
93%of quotes

Avg $938 when present

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Kia Of Carson Review

Based on 15 verified OTD quotes from Aug 2025 to Feb 2026, Kia Of Carson earns a Grade C (79.5/100). Their typical doc fee of $85 is at or below the CA average. Add-ons average $875 when present — ask for an itemized breakdown. Buyers who negotiated saved an average of $1,104.

Price vs. Days on Lot

Vehicles in the upper-right are expensive and slow to sell — best negotiation opportunities.

26 negotiable
0d75d151d226d301d$9k$25k$40k$56k$72kDays on Lot
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%)
100
Add-on Behavior (30%)
34
Price Accuracy (30%)
100
Data Quality (10%)
93
  • Doc fee ($85) is at or below CA average ($101)
  • Average dealer add-ons of $938 when present
  • Fees average 1.0% above listing (~$350 on a $35k vehicle) — minimal

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$85
CA avg$101
National avg$400

Recent Quotes

Verified out-the-door prices from real transactions

13 vehicle transactions15 individual quotes

2022 Kia Stinger

$34,538
$85doc fee$595add-ons
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2025 Kia Sorento

SX
$42,106
$85doc fee$595add-ons
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2026 Kia Sorento Hybrid

X-Line SX Prestige
$52,450
$85doc feeNo add-ons
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2026 Kia Sorento Hybrid

X-Line SX Prestige
$55,612
$85doc fee$595add-ons
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2025 Kia Sorento

Used
$30,889
$85doc fee$595add-ons
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2026 Kia Sportage

Hybrid
$37,001
$85doc fee$595add-ons
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2026 Kia Sportage Hybrid

New
$37,001
$85doc fee$595add-ons
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2026 Kia Sportage Hybrid

New
$37,548
$85doc fee$595add-ons
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2024 Kia Sorento

$36,409
$85doc fee$595add-ons
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2024 Kia Sorento

Used
$36,409
$85doc fee$595add-ons
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Most Common Add-ons

1
accessoriesavg $595
10 quotes
2
f&i misc accessoryavg $2,995
2 quotes
3
vanguardavg $595
2 quotes

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kia Of Carson's doc fee?

Kia Of Carson charges a typical documentation fee of $85. The CA average is $85. This is based on 15 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Kia Of Carson add mandatory add-ons?

Kia Of Carson adds an average of $875 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 Kia Of Carson a good dealer?

Kia Of Carson has a transparency score of 79.5/100, earning a Grade C. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 15 verified OTD quotes. This is an average score. Compare with nearby dealers before making a decision.

At a Glance

Doc fee ($85) is at or below average
Minimal dealer markup above listing price
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Tips for Kia Of Carson

  • Expect ~$875 in add-ons. Items like "dealer accessories," paint protection, and theft deterrent are typically negotiable.
  • Doc fee ($85) is at or below national average. One less thing to negotiate.
  • Dealer markup is only +1% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
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