Dealer Group
Carousel Auto Group
Carousel Auto Group runs 5 locations in 1 state and earns a CarEdge transparency grade of A (100/100) from 5 verified out-the-door quotes.
- Average doc fee
- $180
- Dealer add-ons
- None in verified quotes
- Top-graded store
- Carousel Mercedes-Benz (A)
Verified quotes since 2026
Score Breakdown
Grade Distribution
Across 2 rated locations
100% of locations earned a B or better. No location received an F.
Key Insights
Transparency Score
Scores 100/100, 13.7 points above the national average of 86.3/100.
Add-on Frequency
0% of transactions include an add-on, 17% less often than the national average of 17%.
Listing-to-OTD Gap
Prices run -0.5% above listing on average, better than the national average of 90.3%.
Top performers in this group
All locations
| Dealer | Location | Grade | Score | Quotes | Brand | Doc Fee | Add-on Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carousel Mercedes-Benz | Iowa City, IA | A | 100 | 4 | Mercedes | $180 | 0% |
| Carousel Nissan | Iowa City, IA | A | 100 | 1 | Nissan | $180 | 0% |
| Audi Iowa City | Iowa City, IA | Not yetrated | — | — | — | — | — |
| Carousel Mazda | Iowa City, IA | Not yetrated | — | — | — | — | — |
| Volkswagen Iowa City | Iowa City, IA | Not yetrated | — | — | — | — | — |
Group locations
5 locations across Iowa
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Carousel Auto Group a good place to buy a car?
Yes, by CarEdge's measure. Carousel Auto Group earns CarEdge transparency grade A (100/100) across 5 verified out-the-door quotes from 2 stores, graded 2 A. 100% 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 Carousel Auto Group?
CarEdge reviews Carousel Auto Group on 5 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. Carousel Auto Group earns CarEdge transparency grade A (100/100) across 5 verified out-the-door quotes from 2 stores, graded 2 A. Across those quotes its stores show no dealer add-ons in verified quotes.
What is the doc fee at Carousel Auto Group dealerships?
Its stores average a $180 doc fee across 5 verified out-the-door quotes.
Do Carousel Auto Group dealerships add dealer add-ons?
CarEdge's verified quotes from Carousel Auto Group stores show no dealer add-ons in verified quotes. Ask any store for an itemized out-the-door quote with all dealer add-ons removed before you visit.
Which Carousel Auto Group dealership is the best?
Carousel Mercedes-Benz in Iowa City, IA is Carousel Auto Group's highest-graded store on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index: grade A (100/100) from 4 verified out-the-door quotes.