Arizona Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Arizona? We analyzed 3,199 verified OTD quotes from 688 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of November 2026, the average doc fee at 528 rated Arizona dealers is $584, $180 above the national average, based on 3,199 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Nov 7, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Grand Canyon State
Arizona's dealer grade: C
75/100 average transparency score
16th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Arizona has the 16th-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $584.
- 307 of 688 rated Arizona dealers earned an A for transparency; 186 earned a D or F.
- York Dodge Chrysler Jeep RAM in Prescott is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 3 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Arizona range from $49 to $4,469 — Luxury Auto Collection charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Arizona is window tint, appearing on 43% of itemized quotes at an average of $553.
Arizona Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Arizona
The most transparent dealers in Arizona, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
York Dodge Chrysler Jeep RAM
Prescott, AZ
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesAnderson Chrysler
Lake Havasu City, AZ
$73 below the Arizona average
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesVan Buick GMC
Scottsdale, AZ
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesSuperstition Springs Lexus
Mesa, AZMesa, AZ
Avondale Nissan
Avondale, AZAvondale, AZ
Avondale Toyota
Avondale, AZAvondale, AZ
BMW of Tucson
Tucson, AZTucson, AZ
Rollit Motors
Mesa, AZMesa, AZ
Camelback Subaru
Phoenix, AZPhoenix, AZ
Camelback Volkswagen
Phoenix, AZPhoenix, AZ
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Highest Doc Fees in Arizona
These Arizona dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $584.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Luxury Auto Collection | $1,489 | 3 |
| 2 | Carizona | $1,419 | 3 |
| 3 | Premier Auto Center | $1,000 | 3 |
| 4 | Cardinaleway Mazda Peoria | $1,000 | 12 |
| 5 | Horne Mazda Avondale | $999 | 22 |
| 6 | Cardinaleway Mazda Mesa | $999 | 4 |
| 7 | Mark Mazda | $998 | 49 |
| 8 | Mark Kia | $998 | 45 |
| 9 | Quebedeaux Buick GMC | $998 | 6 |
| 10 | Scottsdale Mitsubishi | $998 | 22 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Arizona
These Arizona dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galpin Lincoln of Prescott | F 39/100 | — | 3 |
| Ken Garff Hyundai Surprise | F 41/100 | — | 9 |
| Beemer Haus | F 48/100 | — | 3 |
| Mercedes-Benz of North Scottsdale | F 49/100 | $698 | 3 |
| Horne Hyundai | F 49/100 | $599 | 7 |
| Jones Ford | F 50/100 | — | 11 |
| I-10 Automotive Group | F 50/100 | $799 | 6 |
| First Class Auto LLC | F 53/100 | — | 3 |
| Chapman Chevrolet GMC | F 53/100 | — | 5 |
| Holmes Tuttle Ford | F 59/100 | $599 | 3 |
Most Common Add-ons in Arizona
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Arizona, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Arizona
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Arizona?
Ford
33 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
Dodge
30 dealers · Avg score: 71/100
Ram
30 dealers · Avg score: 68/100
Chrysler
29 dealers · Avg score: 74/100
Jeep
29 dealers · Avg score: 71/100
Chevrolet
29 dealers · Avg score: 67/100
GMC
19 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Toyota
19 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Nissan
18 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
Hyundai
18 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Kia
16 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Honda
15 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Buick
11 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Mazda
11 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Subaru
10 dealers · Avg score: 92/100
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How Arizona compares to its neighbors
Average doc fees next door. Crossing a state line can change what the dealer charges.
Arizona Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Arizona?
As of November 2026, the average documentation fee in Arizona is $584, based on 3,199 verified out-the-door quotes from 528 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $180 above the $404 national average.
Which Arizona dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Luxury Auto Collection charges the highest verified doc fee in Arizona at $1,489. Doc fees across the state range from $49 to $4,469.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Arizona?
York Dodge Chrysler Jeep RAM in Prescott is the highest-rated dealer in Arizona with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 3 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Arizona?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Arizona dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 307 of 688 rated Arizona dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.