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Sutherlin Subaru earns a C.
Expect pushback on fees and add-ons. Shoppers who hold the line here save money.
- $1,095
- Doc fee
- 38%
- Dealer add-ons
$408 above TN avg
On 3 of 8 recent quotes
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Why Sutherlin Subaru earned this grade
Between January 2026 and October 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 8 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.
✓ What they do well
1 thingAdvertised pricing is largely honest
On average, the quoted price is only 1.6% above the listing — small enough to be fees, not markup games.
! Where to push back
2 thingsDoc fee is significantly inflated
$1,095 is $408 above the TN average of $687. That's pure margin for the dealer, not cost of service.
TipThis fee is mostly not "standard paperwork" — it's profit. Push back, or get the equivalent off the vehicle price.
Quoted add-ons show up on many deals
38% of quotes include add-ons that aren't marked optional. Across all recent quotes, add-ons average $373. Expect to see items like paint protection, nitrogen-filled tires, or VIN etching on your quote.
TipAsk which items are genuinely required and which are dealer-added. Anything not required by the manufacturer or the state is worth pushing on.
8 verified OTD quotes from Sutherlin Subaru
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
6 vehicle transactions — 8 individual quotes
Most Common Add-ons
At a Glance
Tips for Sutherlin Subaru
- Doc fee is $408 above TN average. Ask if they'll match competitors or reduce it.
- 3 of 8 quotes included $2,985 in add-ons (Sutherlin Shield, Protection Plan), not marked optional.
- Dealer markup is only +2% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fees does Sutherlin Subaru charge?
Based on 8 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge, Sutherlin Subaru charges a $1,095 documentation fee and averages $373 in dealer add-ons when present. Sutherlin Subaru earns Transparency Grade C (79/100).
What is the doc fee at Sutherlin Subaru?
Sutherlin Subaru charges a typical documentation fee of $1,095. The TN average is $687. This is based on 8 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Sutherlin Subaru add dealer add-ons?
Sutherlin Subaru adds an average of $373 in dealer add-ons when present. Dealer add-ons appeared on 3 of 8 recent verified quotes. Ask for an itemized breakdown and negotiate to remove non-essential items like paint protection, nitrogen tire fill, or VIN etching.
Is Sutherlin Subaru a good dealership?
Sutherlin Subaru has a transparency score of 79/100, earning a Grade C. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 8 verified OTD quotes. This is an average score. Compare with nearby dealers before making a decision.
What do reviews say about Sutherlin Subaru?
CarEdge reviews Sutherlin Subaru on 8 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. It earns transparency grade C (79/100), with a typical doc fee of $1,095 versus a TN average of $687. Dealer add-ons appeared on 3 of 8 recent quotes.
Is Sutherlin Subaru a transparent Subaru dealer in Kingston?
Sutherlin Subaru is about average. Sutherlin Subaru holds CarEdge Transparency Grade C (79/100), based on 8 verified out-the-door quotes. Compare its quotes with other Subaru dealers nearby before you buy.
How does Sutherlin Subaru compare to other Subaru dealers?
You can compare Sutherlin Subaru's transparency score, doc fees, and add-on behavior against other Subaru dealers using our comparison tool or by browsing Subaru dealers in your area. Scores are based on the same methodology for every dealer. CarEdge's market guides Best Subaru Dealerships in Tennessee and Best Subaru Dealerships in the US rank Subaru 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 Sutherlin Subaru in Kingston, TN, that has meant 8 verified OTD quotes across 1 negotiated deal 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 C.
Doc Fee Comparison
Pulled 8 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.
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