Best Car Dealers in Delaware
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 47 of 165 Delaware car dealers from 145 verified out-the-door quotes. Delaware's average doc fee is $521.
29 of 47 rated Delaware dealers earn an A · 6 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 7, 2026 · How we score dealers
The First State
Delaware's dealer grade: B
82/100 average transparency score
17th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 47 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 165 dealers →Winner Ford
Dover, DE
$28 above the Delaware average
No mandatory add-ons · 12 verified quotes
See the quotesCarman
New Castle, DE
$222 below the Delaware average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesPreston Hyundai Of Millsboro
Millsboro, DE
$164 above the Delaware average
No mandatory add-ons · 7 verified quotes
See the quotesSheridan Nissan
New Castle, DENew Castle, DE
Nucar Delaware
New Castle, DENew Castle, DE
Porter Hyundai
Newark, DENewark, DE
Martin Dealerships
Newark, DENewark, DE
Porter Chevrolet
Newark, DENewark, DE
Boulevard Ford Lincoln
Georgetown, DEGeorgetown, DE
Preston Of Dover
Dover, DEDover, DE
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More Dealers in Delaware
Hertrich Chevrolet Of Dover
Dover, DE · 5 verified quotes
Martin Mazda
Newark, DE · 4 verified quotes
Hertrich Nissan Of Newark
Newark, DE · 3 verified quotes
Price Toyota
New Castle, DE · 6 verified quotes
Lexus Of Wilmington
Wilmington, DE · 20 verified quotes
Mercedes-Benz Of Wilmington
Wilmington, DE · 3 verified quotes
Porsche
Newark, DE · 8 verified quotes
I.G. Burton & Co. Inc.
Milford, DE · 3 verified quotes
Audi Wilmington
Wilmington, DE · 8 verified quotes
Newark Toyota World
Newark, DE · 7 verified quotes
Kent County Motors
Dover, DE · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Carman Ford Main
New Castle, DE · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Union Park Volvo Cars
Wilmington, DE · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Winner Subaru
Dover, DE · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Megee Motors
DE · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Delaware Cadillac
Wilmington, DE · 1 verified quoteLimited data
The Used Car Factory
Frankford, DE · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Holly Kia
Felton, DE · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Carman Lincoln
New Castle, DE · 1 verified quoteLimited data
I.G. Burton Smyrna
Smyrna, DE · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Dealers by City in Delaware
Delaware Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Delaware?
As of July 2026, the average documentation fee at 47 rated Delaware dealers is $521, based on 145 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Who are the best car dealers in Delaware?
Winner Ford, Carman, Preston Hyundai Of Millsboro lead the Delaware transparency rankings. 29 of 47 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 $521. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 83% 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.