Thomas Kia Of Highland

Name: Thomas Kia of Highland
Address: 9825 Indianapolis Boulevard, Highland, IN, 46322, US
Telephone: 219-733-4637
Price range: Doc Fee: $281
Rating: 4.7

Highland, IN10 verified quotes*These quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.Data: Nov 21, 2025 - Feb 9, 2026Claim this page

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Transparent Dealer

Score: 94.3/100

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Doc FeeA documentation fee (doc fee) covers the dealer's cost for processing paperwork. It's legally required to be the same for all customers at a given dealership. In most states, this fee is negotiable.

$281

Avg Add-onsDealer add-ons are optional products like paint protection, window tinting, or anti-theft devices. These are often marked up significantly and can usually be declined or negotiated.

$35

Dealer MarkupThe percentage the dealer adds above the listing price in fees (doc fee, add-ons, and other charges). Taxes and government fees are excluded. Lower is better.

+0.0%

Avg NegotiatedThe difference between the first quote and final quote for the same vehicle. Shows how much was saved through negotiation.

$6,922

Thomas Kia Of Highland Data-Driven Review

Based on 10 verified OTD quotes collected between Nov 2025 and Feb 2026, Thomas Kia Of Highland earns a Grade A transparency score of 94.3/100. Their typical doc fee of $281 is close to the IN average ($217). When present, add-ons average $35, which is relatively low. Buyers who negotiated saved an average of $6,922.

Transparency Score BreakdownOur transparency score (0-100) measures how upfront dealers are about pricing. Higher scores mean lower doc fees, fewer add-ons, and prices closer to what's advertised.

Fee Transparency (30%)Measures doc fee fairness. Dealers charging at or below $499 score highest. Fees above $1,500 score lowest. Doc fees are the same for every customer at a dealership.94

Add-on Behavior (30%)Measures how often the dealer adds extra products to deals. Dealers who rarely push add-ons or keep them minimal score highest.94

Dealer Markup (30%)Measures dealer-controlled fees above the listed price, excluding taxes and title fees. Dealers with minimal markup score highest.100

Data Quality (10%)Measures how complete the pricing data is in our records. More complete data = more reliable scores.80

✓Doc fee ($281) is slightly above IN average ($199)
✓Average dealer add-ons of $35 when present
✓Dealer markup averages 0.0% above listing (excellent — minimal fees beyond the vehicle price)

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$281

IN avg$199

National avg$398

Recent QuotesThese quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.

Vehicle	Final PriceOut-the-door (OTD) price is the total amount you'll pay, including the vehicle price, taxes, fees, and any add-ons. This is the number that matters when comparing deals.	SavingsThe difference between the first quote and final quote for the same vehicle. Shows how much was saved through negotiation.	Doc FeeA documentation fee (doc fee) covers the dealer's cost for processing paperwork. It's legally required to be the same for all customers at a given dealership. In most states, this fee is negotiable.	Add-onsDealer add-ons are optional products like paint protection, window tinting, or anti-theft devices. These are often marked up significantly and can usually be declined or negotiated.	OTD
2025 Kia Telluride SX X-Line	$49,187	—	$281	None	View
2025 Kia Soul LX	$20,609	—	$266	None	View
2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid SX Prestige	$41,733	$6,922	$266	None	View
2026 Kia Sportage EX	$35,514	—	$281	None	View

2025 Kia Telluride

SX X-Line

$49,187

Doc Fee$281

Add-onsNone

Savings—

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2025 Kia Soul

$20,609

Doc Fee$266

Add-onsNone

Savings—

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2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid

SX Prestige

$41,733

Doc Fee$266

Add-onsNone

Savings$6,922

View Original OTD Quote

2026 Kia Sportage

$35,514

Doc Fee$281

Add-onsNone

Savings—

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Most Common Add-onsThe most frequently seen dealer add-ons at this dealer, based on itemized OTD quotes. Shows how often each add-on appears and the average price when present.

carpeted floor matsavg $225

1 quote

mud guardsavg $125

1 quote

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Thomas Kia Of Highland's doc fee?

Thomas Kia Of Highland charges a typical documentation fee of $281. The IN average is $217. This is based on 10 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Thomas Kia Of Highland add mandatory add-ons?

Thomas Kia Of Highland adds an average of $35 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 Thomas Kia Of Highland a good dealer?

Thomas Kia Of Highland has a transparency score of 94.3/100, earning a Grade A. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 10 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 Thomas Kia Of Highland

📝Minor add-ons (~$35) may appear. Ask what's included and if they can be removed.
⭐A-rated dealer! Focus on vehicle price negotiation—fees are already competitive.
✅Doc fee ($281) is at or below national average. One less thing to negotiate.
✅Dealer markup is only +0% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.

Data Summary

Total Quotes: 10
Recent (12mo): 10
Complete Data: 8

What to Expect

When shopping at Thomas Kia Of Highland:

Expect a doc fee around $281
Add-ons may total around $35
OTD price is typically 0-1% above listing

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