Dealer Group
Carousel Auto Group
Carousel Auto Group runs 5 locations in 1 state and earns a CarEdge transparency grade of A (97/100) from 7 verified out-the-door quotes in the past year.
- Average dealer fees
- $180
- Quoted add-ons
- On 14% of quotes, past year
- Top-graded store
- Carousel Mercedes-Benz (A)
Verified quotes since 2025
Score Breakdown
Grade Distribution
Across 3 locations graded in the past year
67% of locations earned a B or better. No location received an F.
Key Insights
Transparency Score
Scores 97/100, 4.8 points above the national average of 92/100.
Quoted add-ons
14% of quotes from the past year include a quoted add-on, 6 points below the national average of 20%.
Dealer fees
Stores charged $180 in dealer fees on average over the past year. National average: $613.
Top performers in this group
All locations
| Dealer | Location | Grade | Score | Quotes (past year) | Brand | Dealer Fees | Quoted Add-ons |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carousel Mercedes-Benz | Iowa City, IA | A | 100 | 4 | Mercedes-Benz | $180 | None |
| Carousel Nissan | Iowa City, IA | A | 100 | 2 | Nissan | $180 | None |
| Carousel Mazda | Iowa City, IA | C | 79 | 1 | Mazda | $180 | 100% |
| Audi Iowa City | 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 (97/100) across 7 verified out-the-door quotes from the past year at 3 stores, graded 2 A, 1 C. 67% 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 7 verified out-the-door quotes from the past year, not star ratings. Carousel Auto Group earns CarEdge transparency grade A (97/100) across 7 verified out-the-door quotes from the past year at 3 stores, graded 2 A, 1 C. Quoted add-ons show up on 14% of those quotes.
What fees do Carousel Auto Group dealerships charge?
Its stores average $180 in dealer fees across 7 verified out-the-door quotes from the past year.
Do Carousel Auto Group dealerships add dealer add-ons?
CarEdge's verified quotes from the past year show quoted add-ons on 14% of Carousel Auto Group 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 in the past year.