Dealer Group
AutoNation Inc.
AutoNation runs 300 locations in 20 states and earns a CarEdge transparency grade of A (90/100) from 1,988 verified out-the-door quotes.
- Average doc fee
- $548
- Dealer add-ons
- On 24% of quotes
- CarEdge Certified
- 2 stores
- Top-graded store
- BMW of Tucson (A)
Verified quotes since 2025
Score Breakdown
Grade Distribution
Across 259 rated locations
88% of locations earned a B or better.
Key Insights
Transparency Score
Scores 90/100, 3.3 points above the national average of 86.7/100.
Add-on Frequency
24% of transactions include an add-on, 7% more often than the national average of 17%.
Listing-to-OTD Gap
Prices run -0.6% above listing on average, better than the national average of 247.4%.
Top performers in this group
CarEdge Certified dealers in AutoNation
These dealers guarantee an all-in out-the-door price up front and no surprise add-ons.
- A92/1002026
Autonation Toyota Winter Park
Winter Park, FL
41 verified quotes$995doc fee - A90/1002026
Autonation Ford Fort Worth
Fort Worth, TX
61 verified quotes$225doc fee
The grade behind the badge is earned, never bought. Certification never changes a dealer's grade or ranking.
All locations
| Dealer | Location | Grade | Score | Quotes | Brand | Doc Fee | Add-on Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Porsche Fremont | Fremont, CA | A | 100 | 1 | Porsche | $85 | 0% |
| Porsche Irvine | Irvine, CA | A | 100 | 1 | Porsche | $85 | 0% |
| Mercedes-Benz of Orlando | Maitland, FL | A | 100 | 1 | Mercedes | $995 | 0% |
| Autonation Nissan Pembroke Pines | Pembroke Pines, FL | A | 100 | 1 | Niss | $995 | 0% |
| BMW of Tucson | Tucson, AZ | A | 100 | 4 | BMW | $599 | 0% |
| Autonation Usa Jacksonville | Jacksonville, FL | A | 100 | 2 | — | $995 | 0% |
| Mercedes-Benz of Fort Lauderdale | Fort Lauderdale, FL | A | 100 | 3 | Mercedes | $995 | 0% |
| Mercedes-Benz of Coconut Creek | Coconut Creek, FL | A | 100 | 3 | Mercedes | $995 | 0% |
| Mercedes-Benz of Miami | Miami, FL | A | 100 | 4 | Mercedes | $995 | 0% |
| Autonation Honda Hollywood | Hollywood, FL | A | 100 | 4 | Hond | $995 | 0% |
Group locations
300 locations across Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, Missouri, North Carolina, New Jersey, New Mexico, Nevada, New York, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington
Frequently Asked Questions
Is AutoNation a good place to buy a car?
Yes, by CarEdge's measure. AutoNation earns CarEdge transparency grade A (90/100) across 1,988 verified out-the-door quotes from 259 stores, graded 169 A, 58 B, 15 C, 5 D, 12 F. 88% of its graded stores earn an A or B. Grades vary by store, so check the specific location before you buy.
What do reviews say about AutoNation?
CarEdge reviews AutoNation on 1,988 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. AutoNation earns CarEdge transparency grade A (90/100) across 1,988 verified out-the-door quotes from 259 stores, graded 169 A, 58 B, 15 C, 5 D, 12 F. Across those quotes its stores show dealer add-ons on 24% of verified quotes.
What is the doc fee at AutoNation dealerships?
Its stores average a $548 doc fee across 1,988 verified out-the-door quotes. It ranges from $85 at BMW of Mountain View in Mountain View, CA to $999 at Autonation Usa Kennesaw in Kennesaw, GA, partly because doc fee limits differ by state.
Do AutoNation dealerships add dealer add-ons?
CarEdge's verified quotes from AutoNation stores show dealer add-ons on 24% of verified quotes. Ask any store for an itemized out-the-door quote with all dealer add-ons removed before you visit.
Which AutoNation dealership is the best?
BMW of Tucson in Tucson, AZ is AutoNation's highest-graded store on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index: grade A (100/100) from 4 verified out-the-door quotes.
Which AutoNation dealerships are CarEdge Certified?
Autonation Toyota Winter Park and Autonation Ford Fort Worth are CarEdge Certified. CarEdge Certified dealers hold an A grade on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index and guarantee four things on every deal: an all-in out-the-door price up front, no surprise add-ons, fast, real answers, and an honest, no-pressure experience. CarEdge verifies the guarantee with ongoing AI mystery shops, and a dealer that slips below an A grade loses the badge. Certification is earned from data, never bought.