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Best Car Dealers in California

As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 1454 of 4777 California car dealers from 6,404 verified out-the-door quotes. California's average doc fee is $116.

713 of 1454 rated California dealers earn an A · 316 earn a D or F

Data updated Jul 12, 2026 · How we score dealers

The Golden State

California's dealer grade: C

76/100 average transparency score

50th highest doc fees in the U.S.

Based on 1454 dealers with verified quotes.

$116
Avg Doc Fee
57%
No Add-ons
76/100
Avg Score
6,404
Verified Quotes

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1st place
A
100/100

Audi Napa Valley

Fairfield, CA

$85doc fee

$31 below the California average

No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes

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2nd place
A
100/100

Toyota Of Orange

Orange, CA

$85doc fee

$31 below the California average

No mandatory add-ons · 15 verified quotes

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3rd place
A
100/100

Cuesta GMC

San Luis Obispo, CA

$85doc fee

$31 below the California average

No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes

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4

Cadillac Marin

San Rafael, CA

A
5

Iauto Sales, Inc.

Bloomington, CA

A
6

Hyundai Santa Monica

Santa Monica, CA

A
7

Rio Vista Chevrolet

Buellton, CA

A
8

Weir Canyon Honda

Yorba Linda, CA

A
9

Hyundai Of Santa Maria

Santa Maria, CA

A
10

Keyes Hyundai Of Mission Hills

Los Angeles, CA

A

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Vista, CA · 0 verified quotesLimited data

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0/100
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Bakersfield, CA · 0 verified quotesLimited data

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Dealers by City in California

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California doc fee law

California caps dealer documentation fees at $85, one of the lowest limits in the country. If a California quote shows a higher "doc" or "processing" line item, question it — dealers there make their margin elsewhere, typically on add-ons and financing.

California Dealer FAQ

What is the average dealer doc fee in California?

As of July 2026, the average documentation fee at 1070 rated California dealers is $116, based on 6,404 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. State law caps California doc fees at approximately $85.

Who are the best car dealers in California?

Audi Napa Valley, Toyota Of Orange, Cuesta GMC lead the California transparency rankings. 713 of 1454 rated California dealers earned an A grade for fair fees, minimal add-ons, and honest pricing.

How are California dealers graded?

Each dealer is scored 0-100 from verified out-the-door price quotes: fee transparency (30%), add-on behavior (30%), price accuracy (30%), and data quality (10%). Grades update as new California quotes are verified.

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How California compares to its neighbors

Average doc fees next door. Crossing a state line can change what the dealer charges.

Nevada
$597 avg doc fee
$481 more than California
Arizona
$590 avg doc fee
$474 more than California
Oregon
$225 avg doc fee
$109 more than California

Tips for Buying a Car in California

  • Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in California is $116. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Good news on add-ons: 57% of dealers in California charge no mandatory add-ons.
  • Get multiple quotes: Request OTD quotes from at least 3 dealers to compare total prices, not just sticker prices.
  • Check transparency scores: Dealers with scores above 80 typically have fair doc fees and minimal add-ons.

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