Best Car Dealers in Delaware
As of September 2026, CarEdge grades 66 of 171 Delaware car dealers from 251 verified out-the-door quotes. Delaware's average doc fee is $628.
48 of 66 rated Delaware dealers earn an A · 6 earn a D or F
Data updated Sep 6, 2026 · How we score dealers
The First State
Delaware's dealer grade: B
86/100 average transparency score
11th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 66 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 171 dealers →Winner Ford
Dover, DE
$61 below the Delaware average
No mandatory add-ons · 13 verified quotes
See the quotesCarman Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram
New Castle, DE
$329 below the Delaware average
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesUnion Park Honda
Wilmington, DE
$140 below the Delaware average
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesCarman
New Castle, DENew Castle, DE
Martin Dealerships
Newark, DENewark, DE
Winner Subaru
Dover, DEDover, DE
Sheridan Nissan
New Castle, DENew Castle, DE
Nucar Delaware
New Castle, DENew Castle, DE
Union Park Buick GMC
Wilmington, DEWilmington, DE
Holly Kia
Felton, DEFelton, DE
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More Dealers in Delaware
Carman Ford Main
New Castle, DE · 3 verified quotes
Lexus Of Wilmington
Wilmington, DE · 30 verified quotes
Martin Mazda
Newark, DE · 9 verified quotes
Porter Hyundai
Newark, DE · 9 verified quotes
Preston Hyundai Of Millsboro
Millsboro, DE · 7 verified quotes
Boulevard Ford Lincoln
Millsboro, DE · 5 verified quotes
Hertrich Chevrolet Of Dover
Dover, DE · 5 verified quotes
Carman Lincoln
New Castle, DE · 4 verified quotes
Ourisman Tri-State Subaru
Newark, DE · 4 verified quotes
Price Honda
Dover, DE · 4 verified quotes
Porter Chevrolet
Newark, DE · 11 verified quotes
Hertrich Nissan Of Newark
Newark, DE · 3 verified quotes
Hertrich Hyundai Of New Castle
New Castle, DE · 5 verified quotes
Price Toyota
New Castle, DE · 15 verified quotes
I.G. Burton BMW
Milford, DE · 7 verified quotes
Union Park BMW
Wilmington, DE · 3 verified quotes
I.G. Burton & Co. Inc.
Milford, DE · 3 verified quotes
Mercedes-Benz Of Wilmington
Wilmington, DE · 3 verified quotes
Audi Wilmington
Wilmington, DE · 8 verified quotes
Price Automotive Group
Dover, DE · 3 verified quotes
Delaware Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Delaware?
As of September 2026, the average documentation fee at 55 rated Delaware dealers is $628, based on 251 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. Delaware sets no legal cap on doc fees.
Who are the best car dealers in Delaware?
Winner Ford, Carman Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram, Union Park Honda lead the Delaware transparency rankings. 48 of 66 rated Delaware dealers earned an A grade for fair fees, minimal add-ons, and honest pricing.
How are Delaware 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 Delaware quotes are verified.
How Delaware 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 Delaware
- Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in Delaware is $628. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 88% of dealers in Delaware 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.