Dealer Group
Karl Auto Group
Karl Auto Group runs 8 locations in 1 state and earns a CarEdge transparency grade of A (96/100) from 6 verified out-the-door quotes.
- Average doc fee
- $180
- Dealer add-ons
- None in verified quotes
- Top-graded store
- Karl Chevrolet of Stuart (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 96/100, 9.7 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 -2.0% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karl GMC of Marshalltown | Marshalltown, IA | A | 100 | 1 | GMC | $180 | 0% |
| Karl Chevrolet of Stuart | Stuart, IA | A | 92 | 5 | Chev | $180 | 0% |
| Karl Auto Group | Ankeny, IA | Not yetrated | — | — | — | — | — |
| Karl Chevrolet Ankeny | Ankeny, IA | Not yetrated | — | — | — | — | — |
| Karl Chevrolet of Webster City | Webster City, IA | Not yetrated | — | — | — | — | — |
| Karl Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM of Marshalltown | Marshalltown, IA | Not yetrated | — | — | — | — | — |
| Karl GMC Webster City | Webster City, IA | Not yetrated | — | — | — | — | — |
| Karl Pre-Owned Glidden | Glidden, IA | Not yetrated | — | — | — | — | — |
Group locations
8 locations across Iowa
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Karl Auto Group a good place to buy a car?
Yes, by CarEdge's measure. Karl Auto Group earns CarEdge transparency grade A (96/100) across 6 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 Karl Auto Group?
CarEdge reviews Karl Auto Group on 6 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. Karl Auto Group earns CarEdge transparency grade A (96/100) across 6 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 Karl Auto Group dealerships?
Its stores average a $180 doc fee across 6 verified out-the-door quotes.
Do Karl Auto Group dealerships add dealer add-ons?
CarEdge's verified quotes from Karl 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 Karl Auto Group dealership is the best?
Karl Chevrolet of Stuart in Stuart, IA is Karl Auto Group's highest-graded store on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index: grade A (92/100) from 5 verified out-the-door quotes.