C
70–79 · Average

Transparency Verdict

Southtowne Hyundai Of Newnan earns a C.

Mixed early signals.

On the small number of verified deals we have so far, we saw some friction on fees or add-ons. Worth comparing other quotes before you commit.

Limited confidence — based on 2 verified out-the-door quotes and 1 tracked negotiation · Newnan, GA
Collected Jul 10, 2026Jul 10, 2026 · Updated Jul 17, 2026

Early read. The grade may shift as we log more deals here.

Location

Newnan, GA

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The full story

Why Southtowne Hyundai Of Newnan earned this grade

Between July 2026 and July 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 2 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

1 thing

Doc fee is slightly padded

$897 is $97 above the GA average of $800. Not outrageous, but worth questioning.

TipAsk them to match the average. If they won't, factor it into your overall price — every dollar here is negotiable.

What they do well:Nothing stands out as a strength in this data. That's the finding.

2 verified OTD quotes from Southtowne Hyundai Of Newnan

Real out-the-door worksheets, not reviews. Click “View Quote” on any row to see the price breakdown.

Recent Quotes

Verified out-the-door prices from real transactions

1 vehicle transaction2 individual quotes

2026 Hyundai Santa Fe

SELNew2 quotes
$36,500
$897doc feeNo add-onsSaved $3,624
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Most Common Add-ons

1
accessoriesavg $495
1 quote

Tips for Southtowne Hyundai Of Newnan

  • Doc fee is $497 above national average. Ask if they'll match competitors or reduce it.
  • Minor add-ons (~$248) may appear. Ask what's included and if they can be removed.
  • Limited data (2 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What fees does Southtowne Hyundai Of Newnan charge?

Based on 2 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge, Southtowne Hyundai Of Newnan charges a $897 documentation fee and averages $248 in dealer add-ons when present. Southtowne Hyundai Of Newnan earns Transparency Grade C (75.6/100).

What is Southtowne Hyundai Of Newnan's doc fee?

Southtowne Hyundai Of Newnan charges a typical documentation fee of $897. The GA average is $800. This is based on 2 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Southtowne Hyundai Of Newnan add mandatory add-ons?

Southtowne Hyundai Of Newnan adds an average of $248 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 Southtowne Hyundai Of Newnan a good dealer?

Southtowne Hyundai Of Newnan has a transparency score of 75.6/100, earning a Grade C. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 2 verified OTD quotes. This is an average score. Compare with nearby dealers before making a decision.

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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 Southtowne Hyundai Of Newnan in Newnan, GA, that has meant 2 verified OTD quotes across 1 negotiated deals 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 try to stick on paint protection, theft deterrent, or nitrogen tires? And when they do, how much do they cost you?

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 Score

The raw component scores — the math that led to C.

Fee Transparency (30%)
90
Add-on Behavior (30%)
70
Price Accuracy (30%)
58
Data Quality (10%)
100

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$897
GA avg$800
National avg$400

Pulled 2 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.

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