Best Car Dealers Near Tempe, AZ

As of November 2026, CarEdge grades 31 of 43 car dealers near Tempe, AZ from 200 verified out-the-door quotes. The average doc fee at rated dealers here is $537.

Data updated Nov 9, 2026 · How we score dealers

Based on 31 dealers with verified quotes.

$537
Avg Doc Fee
AZ avg: $584
58%
No Add-ons
87/100
Avg Score
200
Verified Quotes

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Tips for Buying a Car in AZ

  • Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in AZ is $584. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Good news on add-ons: 58% of dealers near Tempe 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.

Car Dealers Near Tempe FAQ

What is the best car dealer near Tempe, AZ?

Ashley Motors (Tempe, AZ) is the highest-graded dealer near Tempe on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index — A grade, 100/100, based on 1 verified out-the-door quote.

What doc fee do dealers near Tempe charge?

As of November 2026, rated dealers near Tempe, AZ charge an average documentation fee of $537, compared to a AZ state average of $584 — based on 200 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.

How does CarEdge rank dealers near Tempe?

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%) — and graded A-F. Rankings update as new quotes near Tempe are verified.