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.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 777 dealers →Mcgee Toyota Of Putnam
Putnam, CT
$44 below the Connecticut average
No mandatory add-ons · 11 verified quotes
See the quotesDavidson Chevrolet
Canton, CT
$554 below the Connecticut average
No mandatory add-ons · 9 verified quotes
See the quotesPrestige Volkswagen Of Stamford
Stamford, CT
$144 below the Connecticut average
No mandatory add-ons · 9 verified quotes
See the quotesOcean Honda Milford
Milford, CTMilford, CT
Gallagher Buick GMC
New Britain, CTNew Britain, CT
Liberty Mazda
Hartford, CTHartford, CT
Executive Nissan
North Haven, CTNorth Haven, CT
Gale Toyota
Enfield, CTEnfield, CT
Grossman Chevrolet
Old Saybrook, CTOld Saybrook, CT
Mitchell Selig Ford
Windsor, CTWindsor, CT
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More Dealers in Connecticut
Acura Of Stamford
Stamford, CT · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Middletown Nissan
Middletown, CT · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Shoreline Hyundai
Old Saybrook, CT · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Bobby Crabtree Chevrolet
East Haven, CT · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Central
East Windsor, CT · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Colonial Toyota
Milford, CT · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Crabtree Lexus Of New Haven
East Haven, CT · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Drivemax
Manchester, CT · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Porsche Greenwich
Greenwich, CT · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Secor
New London, CT · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Sullivan Automotive
Avon, CT · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Stop & Drive Auto Sales
East Windsor, CT · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Crew Volkswagen Of Plainville
Plainville, CT · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Elvis Auto
Plainfield, CT · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Lombard Ford
Barkhamsted, CT · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Good Guys Auto House
Southington, CT · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Shaker's Family Ford
Watertown, CT · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Stamford
Stamford, CT · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Stamford Ford
Stamford, CT · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Modern Mazda
Thomaston, CT · 2 verified quotesLimited data
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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.