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Arizona Dealer Fee Report

How transparent are car dealers in Arizona? We analyzed 2,127 verified OTD quotes from 393 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.

As of July 2026, the average doc fee at 393 rated Arizona dealers is $532, $132 above the national average, based on 2,127 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.

Data updated Jul 7, 2026 · How we score dealers

The Grand Canyon State

Arizona's dealer grade: C

70/100 average transparency score

15th highest doc fees in the U.S.

393
Dealers
2,127
Quotes
70/100
Avg Score
$532
Avg Doc Fee
national avg: $400
47%
No Add-ons
$814
Avg Add-ons
(when present)

Key Findings

  • Arizona has the 15th-highest average doc fee of the 53 states we track, at $532.
  • 132 of 393 rated Arizona dealers earned an A for transparency; 107 earned a D or F.
  • Volvo Cars Gilbert in Gilbert is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 5 verified quotes.
  • Verified doc fees in Arizona range from $0 to $2,003Luxury Auto Collection charges the most.
  • The most common dealer add-on in Arizona is window tint, appearing on 53% of itemized quotes at an average of $533.

Arizona Dealer Grade Distribution

34%
A132
22%
B85
18%
C69
7%
D29
20%
F78

Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Arizona

The most transparent dealers in Arizona, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).

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Highest Doc Fees in Arizona

These Arizona dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $532.

#DealerDoc FeeQuotes
1Luxury Auto Collection$1,48910
2San Tan Ford$1,27020
3Horne Mazda Avondale$99910
4Mark Kia$99830
5Mark Mazda$99850
6Scottsdale Mitsubishi$99820
7Horne Kia$88717
8Desert Toyota$8493
9Bell Ford$8494
10Bell Lexus North Scottsdale$81424

Lowest-Rated Dealers in Arizona

These Arizona dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.

DealerGradeDoc FeeQuotes
Premier Auto Center - Scott Says Yes
F
59.2/100
$05
Horne Kia
F
59.9/100
$88717
Berge Toyota
D
61.1/100
$40219
Jaguar Arrowhead
D
62.9/100
$5393
San Tan Ford
D
63/100
$1,27020
Earnhardt Cadillac
D
63.4/100
$4996
Right Honda
D
65.8/100
$04
Earnhardt Honda
D
66.3/100
$5996
Chapman Used Cars On Speedway
D
67.2/100
$5893
Bell Ford
D
68.1/100
$8494

Most Common Add-ons in Arizona

The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Arizona, based on itemized OTD quotes.

1
window tintavg $533
552 quotes
2
protection planavg $1,398
300 quotes
3
paint protectionavg $589
282 quotes
4
accessoriesavg $1,083
261 quotes
5
guardavg $237
162 quotes
6
theft protectionavg $1,099
141 quotes
7
wheel locksavg $198
33 quotes
8
bed lineravg $783
29 quotes
9
ceramic tintavg $1,203
22 quotes
10
vin etchavg $1,323
21 quotes

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How Arizona compares to its neighbors

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Arizona Dealer Fee FAQ

What is the average dealer doc fee in Arizona?

As of July 2026, the average documentation fee in Arizona is $532, based on 2,127 verified out-the-door quotes from 393 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $132 above the $400 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 $0 to $2,003.

Who is the most transparent car dealer in Arizona?

Volvo Cars Gilbert in Gilbert is the highest-rated dealer in Arizona with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 5 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. 132 of 393 rated Arizona dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.