Arizona Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Arizona? We analyzed 2,956 verified OTD quotes from 717 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of October 2026, the average doc fee at 548 rated Arizona dealers is $589, $185 above the national average, based on 2,956 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Oct 18, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Grand Canyon State
Arizona's dealer grade: C
74/100 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 $589.
- 311 of 717 rated Arizona dealers earned an A for transparency; 205 earned a D or F.
- Horne Nissan Yuma in Yuma is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 4 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Arizona range from $39 to $4,469 — Luxury Auto Collection charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Arizona is window tint, appearing on 44% of itemized quotes at an average of $550.
Arizona Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Arizona
The most transparent dealers in Arizona, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Horne Nissan Yuma
Yuma, AZ
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesHorne Motors
Mesa, AZ
$240 below the Arizona average
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesYork Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram
Prescott, AZ
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesAnderson Chrysler
Lake Havasu City, AZLake Havasu City, AZ
Van Buick GMC
Scottsdale, AZScottsdale, AZ
Avondale Nissan
Avondale, AZAvondale, AZ
Superstition Springs Lexus
Mesa, AZMesa, AZ
Sierra Toyota
Sierra Vista, AZSierra Vista, AZ
Camelback Volkswagen
Phoenix, AZPhoenix, AZ
Rollit Motors
Mesa, AZMesa, AZ
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Highest Doc Fees in Arizona
These Arizona dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $589.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Luxury Auto Collection | $1,489 | 3 |
| 2 | San Tan Ford | $1,170 | 17 |
| 3 | Premier Auto Center - Scott Says Yes | $1,000 | 3 |
| 4 | Horne Mazda Avondale | $999 | 20 |
| 5 | Cardinaleway Mazda Peoria | $999 | 3 |
| 6 | Quebedeaux Buick GMC | $998 | 3 |
| 7 | Mark Kia | $998 | 39 |
| 8 | Mark Mazda | $998 | 47 |
| 9 | Scottsdale Mitsubishi | $998 | 20 |
| 10 | Germain Honda of Surprise | $995 | 10 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beemer Haus | F 48/100 | — | 3 |
| Horne Hyundai | F 49/100 | $599 | 6 |
| Luxury Auto Collection | F 50/100 | $1,489 | 3 |
| I-10 Automotive Group | F 50/100 | $799 | 6 |
| Chapman Chevrolet GMC | F 53/100 | — | 5 |
| Lifted Trucks Phoenix | F 58/100 | $225 | 7 |
| Holmes Tuttle Ford | F 59/100 | $599 | 3 |
| Paramount Auto Sales Tucson | D 60/100 | $800 | 3 |
| Brown & Brown Auto Center | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| First Class Auto LLC | D 60/100 | — | 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
36 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
Jeep
30 dealers · Avg score: 68/100
Ram
30 dealers · Avg score: 67/100
Dodge
29 dealers · Avg score: 67/100
Chrysler
28 dealers · Avg score: 72/100
Chevrolet
26 dealers · Avg score: 66/100
GMC
20 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Toyota
19 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Nissan
18 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Hyundai
18 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Kia
16 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Honda
15 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Mazda
12 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
Buick
11 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Subaru
9 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
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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 October 2026, the average documentation fee in Arizona is $589, based on 2,956 verified out-the-door quotes from 548 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $185 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 $39 to $4,469.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Arizona?
Horne Nissan Yuma in Yuma is the highest-rated dealer in Arizona with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 4 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. 311 of 717 rated Arizona dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.