Best Car Dealers in Rhode Island
As of September 2026, CarEdge grades 57 of 171 Rhode Island car dealers from 161 verified out-the-door quotes. Rhode Island's average doc fee is $417.
39 of 57 rated Rhode Island dealers earn an A · 15 earn a D or F
Data updated Sep 28, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Ocean State
Rhode Island's dealer grade: B
84/100 average transparency score
31st highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 57 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 171 dealers →Saccucci Honda
Middletown, RI
No mandatory add-ons · 10 verified quotes
See the quotesToyota Of Smithfield
Smithfield, RI
No mandatory add-ons · 9 verified quotes
See the quotesBMW Of Warwick
Warwick, RI
No mandatory add-ons · 8 verified quotes
See the quotesGrieco Honda
Johnston, RIJohnston, RI
Balise Honda Of West Warwick
West Warwick, RIWest Warwick, RI
Nucar Toyota Of North Kingstown
North Kingstown, RINorth Kingstown, RI
Paul Masse Buick GMC South Inc
South Kingstown, RISouth Kingstown, RI
Tasca Chevrolet
Woonsocket, RIWoonsocket, RI
MINI Of Warwick
Warwick, RIWarwick, RI
Tasca Ford Mazda Lincoln Volvo
Cranston, RICranston, RI
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Rhode Island doc fee law
Rhode Island law caps dealer documentation fees at approximately $400. A doc fee above that level on a Rhode Island quote is worth challenging before you sign.
Rhode Island Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Rhode Island?
As of September 2026, the average documentation fee at 44 rated Rhode Island dealers is $417, based on 161 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. State law caps Rhode Island doc fees at approximately $400.
Who are the best car dealers in Rhode Island?
Saccucci Honda, Toyota Of Smithfield, BMW Of Warwick lead the Rhode Island transparency rankings. 39 of 57 rated Rhode Island dealers earned an A grade for fair fees, minimal add-ons, and honest pricing.
How are Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island quotes are verified.
How Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island
- Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in Rhode Island is $417. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 86% of dealers in Rhode Island 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.