Valley Kia Of Modesto

Name: Valley Kia of Modesto
Address: 4369 McHenry Avenue, Modesto, CA, 95356, US
Telephone: 209-813-2280
Price range: Doc Fee: $85

Modesto, CA1 verified quotes*These quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.

Data: Nov 4, 2025 - Nov 4, 2025

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53.4/100

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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.

$85

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.

$2,390

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.

+12.0%

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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.100

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.20

Dealer Markup (30%)Measures dealer-controlled fees above the listed price, excluding taxes and title fees. Dealers with minimal markup score highest.25

Data Quality (10%)Measures how complete the pricing data is in our records. More complete data = more reliable scores.100

✓Doc fee ($85) is at or below CA average ($85)
✓Average dealer add-ons of $2,390 when present
✓Dealer markup averages 12.0% above listing (high — significant fees or add-ons)

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$85

CA avg$85

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
2026 Kia Carnival Hybrid SX Prestige FWD	$63,059	—	$85	$2,390	—

2026 Kia Carnival Hybrid

SX Prestige FWD

$63,059

Doc Fee$85

Add-ons$2,390

Savings—

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Valley Kia Of Modesto's doc fee?

Valley Kia Of Modesto charges a typical documentation fee of $85. The CA average is $84. This is based on 1 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Valley Kia Of Modesto add mandatory add-ons?

Valley Kia Of Modesto adds an average of $2,390 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 Valley Kia Of Modesto a good dealer?

Valley Kia Of Modesto has a transparency score of 53.4/100, earning a Grade F. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 1 verified OTD quotes. This is below average. Consider getting quotes from other dealers in the area for comparison.

At a Glance

High add-ons averaging $2,390

High dealer markup (+12.0% above listing)

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Tips for Valley Kia Of Modesto

🚨This dealer often adds $2,390 in dealer add-ons. Request a quote WITHOUT any add-ons upfront. These are almost always removable.
⚡Low-rated dealer. Get everything in writing. Ask for an itemized OTD quote before visiting.
📊Dealer markup is 12% above listing (excluding taxes). Ask for an itemized breakdown — doc fees and add-ons may be negotiable.
✅Doc fee ($85) is at or below national average. One less thing to negotiate.

Data Summary

Total Quotes: 1
Recent (12mo): 1
Complete Data: 1

What to Expect

When shopping at Valley Kia Of Modesto:

Expect a doc fee around $85
Add-ons may total around $2,390
OTD price is typically 12-13% above listing

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