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Russ Darrow Kia of Waukesha earns a D.
Early deals raised concerns on fees, add-ons or markup. Get every number in writing.
- $499
- Doc fee
- 100%
- Dealer add-ons
$97 above WI avg
On 1 of 1 recent quotes
Limited confidenceWaukesha, WIUpdated How we score dealersPart of Russ Darrow Group Inc.
Early read. The grade may shift as we log more deals here.
The full story
Why Russ Darrow Kia of Waukesha earned this grade
Between September 2026 and September 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 1 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.
! Where to push back
2 thingsDoc fee is slightly padded
$499 is $97 above the WI average of $402. Not outrageous, but worth questioning.
TipFactor it into your overall price — every dollar here is negotiable.
The listing isn't quite the price
Quoted prices run about 5.2% above the advertised listing. On a $35,000 vehicle that's roughly $1,820 in extra fees or markup.
TipGet an OTD quote in writing before you visit. Compare it to the listing — if there's a gap, ask them to account for every line.
1 verified OTD quote from Russ Darrow Kia of Waukesha
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At a Glance
Tips for Russ Darrow Kia of Waukesha
- Their only quote included $1,798 in add-ons (Paint Protection, VIN Etch), not marked optional.
- Dealer markup is only +5% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
- Limited data (1 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fees does Russ Darrow Kia of Waukesha charge?
Based on 1 verified out-the-door quote collected by CarEdge, Russ Darrow Kia of Waukesha charges a $499 documentation fee and averages $1,798 in dealer add-ons when present. Russ Darrow Kia of Waukesha earns Transparency Grade D, based on limited data (1 verified quote).
What is the doc fee at Russ Darrow Kia of Waukesha?
Russ Darrow Kia of Waukesha charges a typical documentation fee of $499. The WI average is $402. This is based on 1 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Russ Darrow Kia of Waukesha add dealer add-ons?
Russ Darrow Kia of Waukesha adds an average of $1,798 in dealer add-ons when present. Dealer add-ons appeared on 1 of 1 recent verified quote. Ask for an itemized breakdown and negotiate to remove non-essential items like paint protection, nitrogen tire fill, or VIN etching.
Is Russ Darrow Kia of Waukesha a good dealership?
Russ Darrow Kia of Waukesha earns a Grade D, based on limited data (1 verified quote). The grade reflects their doc fees, add-on behavior, and dealer markup, and an exact score appears once Russ Darrow Kia of Waukesha has 3 verified quotes. This is below average. Consider getting quotes from other dealers in the area for comparison.
What do reviews say about Russ Darrow Kia of Waukesha?
CarEdge reviews Russ Darrow Kia of Waukesha on 1 verified out-the-door quote, not star ratings. It earns transparency grade D, an early read that may change as more quotes come in, with a typical doc fee of $499 versus a WI average of $402. Dealer add-ons appeared on 1 of 1 recent quote.
Is Russ Darrow Kia of Waukesha a transparent Kia dealer in Waukesha?
CarEdge has limited data on Russ Darrow Kia of Waukesha so far. Russ Darrow Kia of Waukesha holds CarEdge Transparency Grade D, based on 1 verified out-the-door quote. The grade may change as more quotes come in.
How does Russ Darrow Kia of Waukesha compare to other Kia dealers?
You can compare Russ Darrow Kia of Waukesha's transparency score, doc fees, and add-on behavior against other Kia dealers using our comparison tool or by browsing Kia dealers in your area. Scores are based on the same methodology for every dealer. CarEdge's market guides Best Kia Dealerships in Milwaukee, Best Kia Dealerships in Wisconsin and Best Kia Dealerships in the US rank Kia 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 Russ Darrow Kia of Waukesha in Waukesha, WI, that has meant 1 verified OTD quotes 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
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