Best Car Dealers in New York

As of September 2026, CarEdge grades 774 of 2333 New York car dealers from 2,151 verified out-the-door quotes. New York's average doc fee is $220.

447 of 774 rated New York dealers earn an A · 231 earn a D or F

Data updated Sep 28, 2026 · How we score dealers

The Empire State

New York's dealer grade: C

78/100 average transparency score

48th highest doc fees in the U.S.

Based on 774 dealers with verified quotes.

$220
Avg Doc Fee
84%
No Add-ons
78/100
Avg Score
2,151
Verified Quotes

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More Dealers in New York

Steet Toyota Of Johnstown

Johnstown, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
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Sutherland Auto Sales

Pittsford, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
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Teddy Autos

Bronx, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
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Town Auto Inc

Clifton Park, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
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Towne Hyundai

Orchard Park, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
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Tradition Chevrolet

Geneva, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
See 1 verified quote →

Village Import Auto Sales & Service

East Amherst, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
See 1 verified quote →

Waite Toyota

Watertown, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
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Warner's Auto Body Of Granville, Inc

Granville, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
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Warwick Annunziata Auto Group

Warwick, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
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Whitehorse Automotive

Avon, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
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Williams Kia Of Elmira

Elmira Heights, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
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Central Avenue Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram

Yonkers, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

No add-ons
F
59/100
Buyer beware
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Glen Cove Auto Center Inc

Glen Head, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

No add-ons
F
59/100
Buyer beware
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Riverdale Chrysler Jeep

Bronx, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

No add-ons
F
59/100
Buyer beware
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Valenti Auto Watertown

Astoria, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$699doc fee$695add-ons
F
59/100
Buyer beware
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East Hills Chevrolet

Douglaston, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$1,775doc feeNo add-ons
F
55/100
Buyer beware
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European Automobile Company

Plainview, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

No add-ons
F
55/100
Buyer beware
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Scoville-Meno Chrysler- Dodge- Jeep- Ram, Inc.

Sidney, NY · 2 verified quotesLimited data

No add-ons
F
54/100
Buyer beware
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Alan Byer Auto Sales Inc

Syracuse, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$175doc fee$2,898add-ons
F
54/100
Buyer beware
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New York doc fee law

New York caps dealer documentation fees at $175 by statute. Watch the rest of the quote instead: New York dealers commonly recover margin through add-ons like VIN etching and appearance packages.

New York Dealer FAQ

What is the average dealer doc fee in New York?

As of September 2026, the average documentation fee at 559 rated New York dealers is $220, based on 2,151 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. State law caps New York doc fees at approximately $175.

Who are the best car dealers in New York?

Depaula Ford, Mazda Of Valley Stream, Kia Of West Nyack lead the New York transparency rankings. 447 of 774 rated New York dealers earned an A grade for fair fees, minimal add-ons, and honest pricing.

How are New York 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 New York quotes are verified.

Tips for Buying a Car in New York

  • Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in New York is $220. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Good news on add-ons: 84% of dealers in New York 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.