Best Car Dealers in New York

As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 444 of 2275 New York car dealers from 1,427 verified out-the-door quotes. New York's average doc fee is $219.

280 of 444 rated New York dealers earn an A · 82 earn a D or F

Data updated Jul 10, 2026 · How we score dealers

The Empire State

New York's dealer grade: C

79/100 average transparency score

46th highest doc fees in the U.S.

Based on 444 dealers with verified quotes.

$219
Avg Doc Fee
77%
No Add-ons
79/100
Avg Score
1,427
Verified Quotes

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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 July 2026, the average documentation fee at 320 rated New York dealers is $219, based on 1,427 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?

Suresky Hyundai, Tarrytown Honda, Williams Toyota Of Binghamton lead the New York transparency rankings. 280 of 444 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 $219. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Good news on add-ons: 77% 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.