Dealer Group
Royal Automotive
Royal Automotive runs 4 locations in 2 states and earns a CarEdge transparency grade of A (96/100) from 8 verified out-the-door quotes in the past year.
- Average dealer fees
- $196
- Quoted add-ons
- On 13% of quotes, past year
- Top-graded store
- Royal Automotive (B)
Verified quotes since 2026
Score Breakdown
Grade Distribution
Across 3 locations graded in the past year
100% of locations earned a B or better. No location received an F.
Key Insights
Transparency Score
Scores 96/100, 3.8 points above the national average of 92/100.
Quoted add-ons
13% of quotes from the past year include a quoted add-on, 7 points below the national average of 20%.
Dealer fees
Stores charged $196 in dealer fees on average over the past year. National average: $613.
Top performers in this group
All locations
| Dealer | Location | Grade | Score | Quotes (past year) | Brand | Dealer Fees | Quoted Add-ons |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volvo Cars of Vestavia Hills | Vestavia Hills, AL | A | 98 | 1 | Volvo | $300 | None |
| Royal Auto Group of San Francisco | San Francisco, CA | A | 98 | 3 | Audi | $85 | None |
| Royal Automotive | Vestavia Hills, AL | B | 89 | 4 | Buick | $300 | 25% |
| Royal Volkswagen | Birmingham, AL | Not yetrated | — | — | — | — | — |
Group locations
4 locations across Alabama, California
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Royal Automotive a good place to buy a car?
Yes, by CarEdge's measure. Royal Automotive earns CarEdge transparency grade A (96/100) across 8 verified out-the-door quotes from the past year at 3 stores, graded 2 A, 1 B. 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 Royal Automotive?
CarEdge reviews Royal Automotive on 8 verified out-the-door quotes from the past year, not star ratings. Royal Automotive earns CarEdge transparency grade A (96/100) across 8 verified out-the-door quotes from the past year at 3 stores, graded 2 A, 1 B. Quoted add-ons show up on 13% of those quotes.
What fees do Royal Automotive dealerships charge?
Its stores average $196 in dealer fees across 8 verified out-the-door quotes from the past year.
Do Royal Automotive dealerships add dealer add-ons?
CarEdge's verified quotes from the past year show quoted add-ons on 13% of Royal Automotive quotes. Ask any store for an itemized out-the-door quote with all dealer add-ons removed before you visit.
Which Royal Automotive dealership is the best?
Royal Automotive in Vestavia Hills, AL is Royal Automotive's highest-graded store on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index: grade B (89/100) from 4 verified out-the-door quotes in the past year.