Dealer Group
Kaizen Auto
Kaizen Auto runs 6 locations in 2 states and earns a CarEdge transparency grade of B (85/100) from 29 verified out-the-door quotes.
- Average doc fee
- $189
- Dealer add-ons
- On 7% of quotes
- Top-graded store
- Chula Vista Kia (A)
Verified quotes since 2026
Score Breakdown
Grade Distribution
Across 6 rated locations
67% of locations earned a B or better. No location received an F.
Key Insights
Transparency Score
Scores 85/100, 1.3 points below the national average of 86.3/100.
Add-on Frequency
7% of transactions include an add-on, 11% less often than the national average of 17%.
Listing-to-OTD Gap
Prices run -6.3% above listing on average, better than the national average of 89.9%.
Top performers in this group
Locations with D or below: 2 — Imperial Valley Honda, Imperial Valley Hyundai
All rated locations
| Dealer | Location | Grade | Score | Quotes | Brand | Doc Fee | Add-on Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summit Trucks | Centerville, UT | A | 98 | 1 | — | $499 | 0% |
| Chula Vista Kia | Chula Vista, CA | A | 97 | 7 | Kia | $85 | 0% |
| Chula Vista Ford | Chula Vista, CA | A | 97 | 6 | Ford | $85 | 17% |
| Chula Vista Honda | Chula Vista, CA | A | 95 | 9 | Hond | $85 | 22% |
| Imperial Valley Honda | El Centro, CA | D | 60 | 2 | Hond | — | 0% |
| Imperial Valley Hyundai | El Centro, CA | D | 60 | 4 | Hyundai | — | 0% |
Group locations
6 locations across California, Utah
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kaizen Auto a good place to buy a car?
Yes, by CarEdge's measure. Kaizen Auto earns CarEdge transparency grade B (85/100) across 29 verified out-the-door quotes from 6 stores, graded 4 A, 2 D. 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 Kaizen Auto?
CarEdge reviews Kaizen Auto on 29 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. Kaizen Auto earns CarEdge transparency grade B (85/100) across 29 verified out-the-door quotes from 6 stores, graded 4 A, 2 D. Across those quotes its stores show dealer add-ons on 7% of verified quotes.
What is the doc fee at Kaizen Auto dealerships?
Its stores average a $189 doc fee across 29 verified out-the-door quotes.
Do Kaizen Auto dealerships add dealer add-ons?
CarEdge's verified quotes from Kaizen Auto stores show dealer add-ons on 7% of verified quotes. Ask any store for an itemized out-the-door quote with all dealer add-ons removed before you visit.
Which Kaizen Auto dealership is the best?
Chula Vista Kia in Chula Vista, CA is Kaizen Auto's highest-graded store on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index: grade A (97/100) from 7 verified out-the-door quotes.