Best Car Dealers in Colorado
As of September 2026, CarEdge grades 605 of 1020 Colorado car dealers from 1,735 verified out-the-door quotes. Colorado's average doc fee is $621.
227 of 605 rated Colorado dealers earn an A · 283 earn a D or F
Data updated Sep 29, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Centennial State
Colorado's dealer grade: D
67/100 average transparency score
13th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 605 dealers with verified quotes.
CarEdge Certified dealers in Colorado
These dealers guarantee an all-in out-the-door price up front and no surprise add-ons.
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Transparency Leaderboard
View all 1020 dealers →Schomp MINI
Highlands Ranch, CO
$621 below the Colorado average
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesTranswest GMC Isuzu
Henderson, CO
$26 below the Colorado average
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesHeuberger Subaru
Colorado Springs, CO
$32 below the Colorado average
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesMercedes-Benz Of Loveland
Loveland, COLoveland, CO
Pueblo Toyota
Pueblo, COPueblo, CO
Winslow BMW Of Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, COColorado Springs, CO
Markley Honda
Fort Collins, COFort Collins, CO
Morehart Murphy Regional Auto Center
Durango, CODurango, CO
Town & Country Automall
Alamosa, COAlamosa, CO
Centennial Leasing & Sales
Englewood, COEnglewood, CO
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More Dealers in Colorado
Schomp Subaru
Denver, CO · 3 verified quotes
Urban Motors
Denver, CO · 3 verified quotes
Bob Penkhus Mazda At Powers
Colorado Springs, CO · 7 verified quotes
Dellenbach Chevrolet
Fort Collins, CO · 7 verified quotes
Autonation Toyota Arapahoe
Centennial, CO · 6 verified quotes
Holman Honda Centennial
Centennial, CO · 5 verified quotes
Mike Shaw Subaru Greeley
Greeley, CO · 4 verified quotes
Sill - Terhar Motors Inc
Terhar Motors Inc, CO · 4 verified quotes
Larry H. Miller Volkswagen Lakewood
Lakewood, CO · 3 verified quotes
Mike Shaw Subaru
Westminster, CO · 17 verified quotes
Mike Maroone Honda
Colorado Springs, CO · 14 verified quotes
Fort Collins Kia
Fort Collins, CO · 12 verified quotes
Schomp Hyundai
Aurora, CO · 8 verified quotes
Emich Volkswagen
Denver, CO · 6 verified quotes
Alpine Nissan
Denver, CO · 5 verified quotes
Autonation Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Arapahoe
Centennial, CO · 5 verified quotes
Loveland Buick GMC
Loveland, CO · 5 verified quotes
Peak Kia Littleton
Denver, CO · 5 verified quotes
Audi Glenwood Springs
Glenwood Springs, CO · 3 verified quotes
Crossroads Hyundai Of Loveland
Loveland, CO · 16 verified quotes
Colorado doc fee law
Colorado has no cap on dealer "D&H" (dealer handling) fees, though they must be included in the advertised price. Handling fees of $500 to $800 are common.
Colorado Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Colorado?
As of September 2026, the average documentation fee at 334 rated Colorado dealers is $621, based on 1,735 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. Colorado sets no legal cap on doc fees.
Who are the best car dealers in Colorado?
Schomp MINI, Transwest GMC Isuzu, Heuberger Subaru lead the Colorado transparency rankings. 227 of 605 rated Colorado dealers earned an A grade for fair fees, minimal add-ons, and honest pricing.
How are Colorado 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 Colorado quotes are verified.
How Colorado compares to its neighbors
Average doc fees next door. Crossing a state line can change what the dealer charges.
Tips for Buying a Car in Colorado
- Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in Colorado is $621. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 77% of dealers in Colorado 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.