Dealer Group
Criswell Automotive
Criswell Automotive runs 12 locations in 2 states and earns a CarEdge transparency grade of C (76/100) from 34 verified out-the-door quotes.
- Average doc fee
- $800
- Dealer add-ons
- On 21% of quotes
- Top-graded store
- Criswell Alfa Romeo (A)
Verified quotes since 2025
Score Breakdown
Grade Distribution
Across 9 rated locations
56% of locations earned a B or better.
Key Insights
Transparency Score
Scores 76/100, 10.7 points below the national average of 86.7/100.
Add-on Frequency
21% of transactions include an add-on, 4% more often than the national average of 17%.
Listing-to-OTD Gap
Prices run -2.8% above listing on average, better than the national average of 246.7%.
Top performers in this group
Locations with D or below: 4 — Criswell Chevrolet of Gaithersburg, Criswell Maserati, Criswell CDJR of Thurmont, +1 more
All locations
| Dealer | Location | Grade | Score | Quotes | Brand | Doc Fee | Add-on Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Criswell Ford | Woodstock, VA | A | 100 | 3 | Ford | $800 | 0% |
| Criswell Nissan | Germantown, MD | A | 95 | 2 | Niss | $800 | 0% |
| Criswell Alfa Romeo | Germantown, MD | A | 92 | 4 | Alfa | $800 | 0% |
| Criswell Honda | Germantown, MD | B | 89 | 7 | Hond | $800 | 29% |
| Criswell Chevrolet of Thurmont | Thurmont, MD | B | 82 | 1 | Chev | $800 | 100% |
| Criswell Chevrolet of Gaithersburg | Gaithersburg, MD | D | 60 | 3 | Chev | — | 0% |
| Criswell Maserati | Germantown, MD | D | 60 | 3 | Maserati | — | 0% |
| Criswell CDJR of Thurmont | Thurmont, MD | F | 56 | 8 | — | — | 25% |
| Criswell Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM Fiat | Gaithersburg, MD | F | 51 | 3 | Chrysler | — | 33% |
| Criswell Automotive | Gaithersburg, MD | Not yetrated | — | — | — | — | — |
Group locations
12 locations across Maryland, Virginia
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Criswell Automotive a good place to buy a car?
Criswell Automotive is about average by CarEdge's measure. Criswell Automotive earns CarEdge transparency grade C (76/100) across 34 verified out-the-door quotes from 9 stores, graded 3 A, 2 B, 2 D, 2 F. 56% 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 Criswell Automotive?
CarEdge reviews Criswell Automotive on 34 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. Criswell Automotive earns CarEdge transparency grade C (76/100) across 34 verified out-the-door quotes from 9 stores, graded 3 A, 2 B, 2 D, 2 F. Across those quotes its stores show dealer add-ons on 21% of verified quotes.
What is the doc fee at Criswell Automotive dealerships?
Its stores average a $800 doc fee across 34 verified out-the-door quotes.
Do Criswell Automotive dealerships add dealer add-ons?
CarEdge's verified quotes from Criswell Automotive stores show dealer add-ons on 21% of verified quotes. Ask any store for an itemized out-the-door quote with all dealer add-ons removed before you visit.
Which Criswell Automotive dealership is the best?
Criswell Alfa Romeo in Germantown, MD is Criswell Automotive's highest-graded store on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index: grade A (92/100) from 4 verified out-the-door quotes.