Best Car Dealers in New York
As of September 2026, CarEdge grades 775 of 2333 New York car dealers from 2,152 verified out-the-door quotes. New York's average doc fee is $220.
448 of 775 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 775 dealers with verified quotes.
CarEdge Certified dealers in New York
These dealers guarantee an all-in out-the-door price up front and no surprise add-ons.
- A92/1002026
South Shore Nissan
Amityville, NY
27 verified quotes$175doc feeNo add-ons$45 below the New York average
- A100/1002026
Fredonia Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Fredonia, NY
2 verified quotes$175doc feeNo add-ons$45 below the New York average
Verified every month by CarEdge. The grade behind the badge is earned, never bought. Certification never changes a dealer's grade or ranking.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 2333 dealers →Depaula Ford
Albany, NY
$45 below the New York average
No mandatory add-ons · 16 verified quotes
See the quotesMazda Of Valley Stream
Valley Stream, NY
$45 below the New York average
No mandatory add-ons · 14 verified quotes
See the quotesKia Of West Nyack
West Nyack, NY
$45 below the New York average
No mandatory add-ons · 13 verified quotes
See the quotesMohawk Honda
Schenectady, NYSchenectady, NY
New Country Lexus Of Latham
Latham, NYLatham, NY
Subaru White Plains
Elmsford, NYElmsford, NY
Island Mazda
Staten Island, NYStaten Island, NY
Palisades Mazda
Nyack, NYNyack, NY
Curry Toyota
Cortlandt, NYCortlandt, NY
Hudson Valley Volkswagen
Wappingers Falls, NYWappingers Falls, NY
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Binghamton, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
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Seneca Falls, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Matthews Gm Center
Vestal, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Rockland Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Nanuet, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Warren Auto Sales
Oxford, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Whittaker Ford
Williamson, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Chevrolet 112
Medford, NY · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Open Road Volkswagen Of Manhattan
New York, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
East Hills Subaru Of Sayville
Sayville, NY · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Nissan Of Westbury
Westbury, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Basil Lease Corp
Buffalo, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
David Demarco / Meadowland Of Carmel
Carmel Hamlet, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Garden City Mazda
Hempstead, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
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Ithaca, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
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Dealers by City in New York
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 560 rated New York dealers is $220, based on 2,152 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. 448 of 775 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.
How New York 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 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.