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Modern Mazda

Burlington, NC·18 verified quotes*

Aug 6, 2025Dec 18, 2025· Score updated Apr 7, 2026

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Transparent Dealer
Score: 93/100
Add-on Rate
33%of quotes

Avg $769 when present

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Modern Mazda Review

Based on 18 verified OTD quotes from Aug 2025 to Dec 2025, Modern Mazda earns a Grade A (93/100). Their typical doc fee of $799 is close to the NC average ($691). When present, add-ons average $33, which is relatively low. Buyers who negotiated saved an average of $704.

Price vs. Days on Lot

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

34 negotiable
0d61d122d183d244d$5k$19k$33k$47k$61kDays 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%)
89
Add-on Behavior (30%)
97
Price Accuracy (30%)
100
Data Quality (10%)
72
  • Doc fee ($799) is at or below NC average ($800)
  • Average dealer add-ons of $769 when present
  • Price accuracy is excellent — quotes closely match advertised prices

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$799
NC avg$800
National avg$400

Recent Quotes

Verified out-the-door prices from real transactions

5 vehicle transactions18 individual quotes

2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid

Premium Plus Package 4dr All-Wheel 50HPPXANew
$41,261
doc fee$799add-ons
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2026 Mazda CX-50

2.5 S PrefeNew
$34,000
$799doc feeNo add-ons
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2025 Mazda CX-50

2.5 S Premium Package 4dr All-WheelUsed8 quotes
$31,000
$799doc feeNo add-onsSaved $8
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2025 Mazda CX-5

2.5 S PrefeNew7 quotes
$28,900
doc fee$810add-onsSaved $1,400
View 7 Quotes →

2025 Mazda CX-90

3.3 Turbo Preferred Package (A8) 4dC90PFXANew
$40,542
$799doc fee$598add-ons
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Most Common Add-ons

1
dealer service feeavg $799
5 quotes
2
dealer electronic filing feeavg $11
2 quotes
3
window tint, door edge protectors, door handle protectors, infotainment shieldavg $598
1 quote

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Modern Mazda's doc fee?

Modern Mazda charges a typical documentation fee of $799. The NC average is $691. This is based on 18 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Modern Mazda add mandatory add-ons?

Modern Mazda adds an average of $33 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 Modern Mazda a good dealer?

Modern Mazda has a transparency score of 93/100, earning a Grade A. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 18 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.

At a Glance

Minimal dealer markup above listing price
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Tips for Modern Mazda

  • Doc fee is $399 above national average. Ask if they'll match competitors or reduce it.
  • Minor add-ons (~$33) may appear. Ask what's included and if they can be removed.
  • A-rated dealer! Focus on vehicle price negotiation—fees are already competitive.
  • Dealer markup is about 6% below listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps fees very low.
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