Dealer Group
Johnson Automotive
Johnson Automotive runs 12 locations in 3 states and earns a CarEdge transparency grade of A (91/100) from 134 verified out-the-door quotes.
- Average doc fee
- $889
- Dealer add-ons
- On 23% of quotes
- Top-graded store
- Johnson Honda of Stuart (A)
Verified quotes since 2025
Score Breakdown
Grade Distribution
Across 10 rated locations
90% of locations earned a B or better. No location received an F.
Key Insights
Transparency Score
Scores 91/100, 4.3 points above the national average of 86.7/100.
Add-on Frequency
23% of transactions include an add-on, 6% more often than the national average of 17%.
Listing-to-OTD Gap
Prices run -0.9% above listing on average, better than the national average of 246.1%.
Top performers in this group
All locations
| Dealer | Location | Grade | Score | Quotes | Brand | Doc Fee | Add-on Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johnson Honda of Stuart | Stuart, FL | A | 99 | 4 | Honda | $899 | 0% |
| Johnson Volvo Cars Durham at Southpoint | Durham, NC | A | 96 | 1 | Volvo | $899 | 0% |
| Johnson Alfa Romeo of Cary | Cary, NC | A | 96 | 1 | Alfa Romeo | $899 | 0% |
| Johnson Volvo Cars Charlotte | Charlotte, NC | A | 92 | 15 | Volvo | $899 | 20% |
| Johnson Lexus of Durham at Southpoint | Durham, NC | A | 92 | 44 | Lexus | $899 | 18% |
| Johnson Hyundai of Wake Forest | Wake Forest, NC | A | 90 | 10 | Hyundai | $899 | 30% |
| Johnson Subaru of Cary | Cary, NC | A | 90 | 7 | Subaru | $899 | 29% |
| Johnson Lexus of Raleigh | Raleigh, NC | B | 87 | 40 | Lexus | $899 | 30% |
| Porsche Annapolis | Annapolis, MD | B | 87 | 4 | Porsche | $800 | 25% |
| Johnson Hyundai of Apex | Apex, NC | C | 78 | 8 | Hyundai | $899 | 75% |
Group locations
12 locations across Florida, Maryland, North Carolina
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Johnson Automotive a good place to buy a car?
Yes, by CarEdge's measure. Johnson Automotive earns CarEdge transparency grade A (91/100) across 134 verified out-the-door quotes from 10 stores, graded 7 A, 2 B, 1 C. 90% 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 Johnson Automotive?
CarEdge reviews Johnson Automotive on 134 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. Johnson Automotive earns CarEdge transparency grade A (91/100) across 134 verified out-the-door quotes from 10 stores, graded 7 A, 2 B, 1 C. Across those quotes its stores show dealer add-ons on 23% of verified quotes.
What is the doc fee at Johnson Automotive dealerships?
Its stores average a $889 doc fee across 134 verified out-the-door quotes. It ranges from $800 at Porsche Annapolis in Annapolis, MD to $899 at Johnson Hyundai of Apex in Apex, NC, partly because doc fee limits differ by state.
Do Johnson Automotive dealerships add dealer add-ons?
CarEdge's verified quotes from Johnson Automotive stores show dealer add-ons on 23% of verified quotes. Ask any store for an itemized out-the-door quote with all dealer add-ons removed before you visit.
Which Johnson Automotive dealership is the best?
Johnson Honda of Stuart in Stuart, FL is Johnson Automotive's highest-graded store on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index: grade A (99/100) from 4 verified out-the-door quotes.