Best Car Dealers in Connecticut

As of September 2026, CarEdge grades 303 of 777 Connecticut car dealers from 916 verified out-the-door quotes. Connecticut's average doc fee is $743.

187 of 303 rated Connecticut dealers earn an A · 45 earn a D or F

Data updated Sep 25, 2026 · How we score dealers

The Constitution State

Connecticut's dealer grade: B

85/100 average transparency score

7th highest doc fees in the U.S.

Based on 303 dealers with verified quotes.

$743
Avg Doc Fee
67%
No Add-ons
85/100
Avg Score
916
Verified Quotes

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Acura Of Stamford

Stamford, CT · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$852doc feeNo add-ons
A
92/100
Highly transparent
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Middletown Nissan

Middletown, CT · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$999doc feeNo add-ons
A
92/100
Highly transparent
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Shoreline Hyundai

Old Saybrook, CT · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$995doc feeNo add-ons
A
92/100
Highly transparent
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Bobby Crabtree Chevrolet

East Haven, CT · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$999doc feeNo add-ons
A
92/100
Highly transparent
See 1 verified quote →

Central

East Windsor, CT · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$995doc feeNo add-ons
A
92/100
Highly transparent
See 1 verified quote →

Colonial Toyota

Milford, CT · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$999doc feeNo add-ons
A
92/100
Highly transparent
See 1 verified quote →

Crabtree Lexus Of New Haven

East Haven, CT · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$999doc feeNo add-ons
A
92/100
Highly transparent
See 1 verified quote →

Drivemax

Manchester, CT · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$995doc feeNo add-ons
A
92/100
Highly transparent
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Porsche Greenwich

Greenwich, CT · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$995doc feeNo add-ons
A
92/100
Highly transparent
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Secor

New London, CT · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$599doc fee$100add-ons
A
91/100
Highly transparent
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Sullivan Automotive

Avon, CT · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$479doc fee$100add-ons
A
91/100
Highly transparent
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Stop & Drive Auto Sales

East Windsor, CT · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$900doc feeNo add-ons
A
91/100
Highly transparent
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Crew Volkswagen Of Plainville

Plainville, CT · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$899doc feeNo add-ons
A
90/100
Highly transparent
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Elvis Auto

Plainfield, CT · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$499doc feeNo add-ons
A
90/100
Highly transparent
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Lombard Ford

Barkhamsted, CT · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$1,074doc feeNo add-ons
A
90/100
Highly transparent
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Good Guys Auto House

Southington, CT · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$699doc feeNo add-ons
B
89/100
Above average
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Shaker's Family Ford

Watertown, CT · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$799doc fee$199add-ons
B
89/100
Above average
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Stamford

Stamford, CT · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$795doc fee$125add-ons
B
89/100
Above average
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Stamford Ford

Stamford, CT · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$795doc fee$125add-ons
B
89/100
Above average
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Modern Mazda

Thomaston, CT · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$799doc fee$100add-ons
B
88/100
Above average
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Connecticut Dealer FAQ

What is the average dealer doc fee in Connecticut?

As of September 2026, the average documentation fee at 261 rated Connecticut dealers is $743, based on 916 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. Connecticut sets no legal cap on doc fees.

Who are the best car dealers in Connecticut?

Mcgee Toyota Of Putnam, Davidson Chevrolet, Prestige Volkswagen Of Stamford lead the Connecticut transparency rankings. 187 of 303 rated Connecticut dealers earned an A grade for fair fees, minimal add-ons, and honest pricing.

How are Connecticut 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 Connecticut quotes are verified.

How Connecticut 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 Connecticut

  • Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in Connecticut is $743. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Good news on add-ons: 67% of dealers in Connecticut 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.