Best Car Dealers in Virginia
As of August 2026, CarEdge grades 559 of 1772 Virginia car dealers from 3,076 verified out-the-door quotes. Virginia's average doc fee is $835.
352 of 559 rated Virginia dealers earn an A · 89 earn a D or F
Data updated Aug 8, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Old Dominion
Virginia's dealer grade: B
80/100 average transparency score
2nd highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 559 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 1772 dealers →Michelle Radley Chevrolet
Leesburg, VA
$41 below the Virginia average
No mandatory add-ons · 7 verified quotes
See the quotesRecharged
Richmond, VA
$136 below the Virginia average
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesRadley Chevrolet
Fredericksburg, VA
$41 below the Virginia average
No mandatory add-ons · 8 verified quotes
See the quotesApple Ford Of Lynchburg Inc.
Lynchburg, VALynchburg, VA
Audi Richmond
Henrico, VAHenrico, VA
Auto Haus
Yorktown, VAYorktown, VA
Berglund Chevrolet Buick
Roanoke, VARoanoke, VA
Greenbrier Honda
Covington, VACovington, VA
Charlie Obaugh Kia
Staunton, VAStaunton, VA
Cma's Honda Of Lynchburg
Lynchburg, VALynchburg, VA
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Virginia doc fee law
Virginia sets no cap on dealer processing fees, and Virginia fees are consistently among the highest in the country. State law requires the fee to be disclosed in advertising.
Virginia Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Virginia?
As of August 2026, the average documentation fee at 452 rated Virginia dealers is $835, based on 3,076 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. Virginia sets no legal cap on doc fees.
Who are the best car dealers in Virginia?
Michelle Radley Chevrolet, Recharged, Radley Chevrolet lead the Virginia transparency rankings. 352 of 559 rated Virginia dealers earned an A grade for fair fees, minimal add-ons, and honest pricing.
How are Virginia 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 Virginia quotes are verified.
How Virginia 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 Virginia
- Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in Virginia is $835. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 72% of dealers in Virginia 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.