Best Car Dealers in Delaware
As of August 2026, CarEdge grades 62 of 171 Delaware car dealers from 212 verified out-the-door quotes. Delaware's average doc fee is $610.
42 of 62 rated Delaware dealers earn an A · 6 earn a D or F
Data updated Aug 17, 2026 · How we score dealers
The First State
Delaware's dealer grade: B
84/100 average transparency score
11th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 62 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 171 dealers →Winner Ford
Dover, DE
$43 below the Delaware average
No mandatory add-ons · 13 verified quotes
See the quotesCarman Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram
New Castle, DE
$311 below the Delaware average
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesCarman
New Castle, DE
$311 below the Delaware average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesWinner Subaru
Dover, DEDover, DE
Sheridan Nissan
New Castle, DENew Castle, DE
Nucar Delaware
New Castle, DENew Castle, DE
Porter Hyundai
Newark, DENewark, DE
Carman Ford Main
New Castle, DENew Castle, DE
Holly Kia
Felton, DEFelton, DE
Martin Dealerships
Newark, DENewark, DE
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Delaware Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Delaware?
As of August 2026, the average documentation fee at 48 rated Delaware dealers is $610, based on 212 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Who are the best car dealers in Delaware?
Winner Ford, Carman Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram, Carman lead the Delaware transparency rankings. 42 of 62 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 $610. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 85% 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.