Mercedes-Benz Of Escondido

Escondido, CA·3 verified quotes*

Dec 5, 2025Jan 23, 2026

F
40/100
Shop Inventory760-745-5000Website
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Transparency Score Breakdown

Fee Transparency (30%)100
Add-on Behavior (30%)0
Price Accuracy (30%)0
Data Quality (10%)100
  • Doc fee ($85) is at or below CA average ($85)
  • Average dealer add-ons of $10,045 when present
  • Fees average 24.8% above listing (~$8,680 on a $35k vehicle) — high

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$85
CA avg$85
National avg$398

Recent Quotes

2 vehicle transactions3 individual quotes

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Is Mercedes-Benz Of Escondido a good dealer?

Mercedes-Benz Of Escondido has a transparency score of 40/100, earning a Grade F. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 3 verified OTD quotes. This is below average. Consider getting quotes from other dealers in the area for comparison.

At a Glance

Doc fee is at or below average
High add-ons detected
High dealer markup (+24.8% above listing)
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Tips for Mercedes-Benz Of Escondido

  • This dealer often adds significant add-ons. Request a quote WITHOUT any add-ons upfront. These are almost always removable.
  • Low-rated dealer. Get everything in writing. Ask for an itemized OTD quote before visiting.
  • Dealer markup is 25% above listing (excluding taxes). Ask for an itemized breakdown — doc fees and add-ons may be negotiable.
  • Doc fee is at or below national average. One less thing to negotiate.

Data Summary

Total Quotes
3
Recent (12mo)
3
Complete Data
3

What to Expect

When shopping at Mercedes-Benz Of Escondido:

  • Doc fee details available with a free account
  • Add-on details available with a free account
  • OTD price is typically about 25% above listing
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