Dealer Group
Keffer Auto Group
Keffer Auto Group runs 15 locations in 2 states and earns a CarEdge transparency grade of B (85/100) from 97 verified out-the-door quotes.
- Average doc fee
- $876
- Dealer add-ons
- On 28% of quotes
- CarEdge Certified
- 3 stores
- Top-graded store
- Courage Kia (A)
Verified quotes since 2025
Score Breakdown
Grade Distribution
Across 11 rated locations
82% of locations earned a B or better.
Key Insights
Transparency Score
Scores 85/100, 1.7 points below the national average of 86.7/100.
Add-on Frequency
28% of transactions include an add-on, 11% more often than the national average of 17%.
Listing-to-OTD Gap
Prices run -2.6% above listing on average, better than the national average of 246.0%.
Top performers in this group
Locations with D or below: 1 — Albemarle Ford
CarEdge Certified dealers in Keffer Auto Group
These dealers guarantee an all-in out-the-door price up front and no surprise add-ons.
- A95/1002026
Mazda of Columbia
Columbia, SC
4 verified quotes$599doc fee - A95/1002026
Keffer Volkswagen
Huntersville, NC
8 verified quotes$844doc fee - A93/1002026
Keffer Hyundai
Matthews, NC
40 verified quotes$900doc fee
The grade behind the badge is earned, never bought. Certification never changes a dealer's grade or ranking.
All locations
| Dealer | Location | Grade | Score | Quotes | Brand | Doc Fee | Add-on Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Courage Kia | Gastonia, NC | A | 96 | 8 | Kia | $899 | 0% |
| Mazda of Columbia | Columbia, SC | A | 95 | 4 | Mazda | $599 | 0% |
| Keffer Volkswagen | Huntersville, NC | A | 95 | 8 | Volkswagen | $844 | 13% |
| Keffer Mazda | Huntersville, NC | A | 93 | 6 | Mazda | $894 | 17% |
| Keffer Hyundai | Matthews, NC | A | 93 | 40 | Hyundai | $900 | 15% |
| 704 Exotics | Huntersville, NC | A | 90 | 3 | — | $900 | 33% |
| Keffer Chrysler Jeep Dodge | Charlotte, NC | B | 85 | 8 | Chrysler | $949 | 50% |
| Independence Mazda | Charlotte, NC | B | 82 | 6 | Mazda | $999 | 33% |
| Union County Kia | Monroe, NC | B | 81 | 12 | Kia | $879 | 67% |
| Keffer Kia | Mooresville, NC | C | 71 | 2 | Kia | $899 | 50% |
Group locations
15 locations across North Carolina, South Carolina
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Keffer Auto Group a good place to buy a car?
Yes, by CarEdge's measure. Keffer Auto Group earns CarEdge transparency grade B (85/100) across 97 verified out-the-door quotes from 11 stores, graded 6 A, 3 B, 1 C, 1 F. 82% 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 Keffer Auto Group?
CarEdge reviews Keffer Auto Group on 97 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. Keffer Auto Group earns CarEdge transparency grade B (85/100) across 97 verified out-the-door quotes from 11 stores, graded 6 A, 3 B, 1 C, 1 F. Across those quotes its stores show dealer add-ons on 28% of verified quotes.
What is the doc fee at Keffer Auto Group dealerships?
Its stores average a $876 doc fee across 97 verified out-the-door quotes. It ranges from $599 at Mazda of Columbia in Columbia, SC to $999 at Independence Mazda in Charlotte, NC, partly because doc fee limits differ by state.
Do Keffer Auto Group dealerships add dealer add-ons?
CarEdge's verified quotes from Keffer Auto Group stores show dealer add-ons on 28% of verified quotes. Ask any store for an itemized out-the-door quote with all dealer add-ons removed before you visit.
Which Keffer Auto Group dealership is the best?
Courage Kia in Gastonia, NC is Keffer Auto Group's highest-graded store on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index: grade A (96/100) from 8 verified out-the-door quotes.
Which Keffer Auto Group dealerships are CarEdge Certified?
Mazda of Columbia, Keffer Volkswagen, and Keffer Hyundai are CarEdge Certified. CarEdge Certified dealers hold an A grade on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index and guarantee four things on every deal: an all-in out-the-door price up front, no surprise add-ons, fast, real answers, and an honest, no-pressure experience. CarEdge verifies the guarantee with ongoing AI mystery shops, and a dealer that slips below an A grade loses the badge. Certification is earned from data, never bought.