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Arizona Dealer Fee Report

How transparent are car dealers in Arizona? We analyzed 2,572 verified OTD quotes from 539 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.

As of July 2026, the average doc fee at 392 rated Arizona dealers is $576, $176 above the national average, based on 2,572 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.

Data updated Jul 27, 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.

539
Dealers
2,572
Quotes
70/100
Avg Score
$576
Avg Doc Fee
national avg: $400
57%
No Add-ons
$604
Avg Add-ons
(when present)

Key Findings

  • Arizona has the 15th-highest average doc fee of the 50 states we track, at $576.
  • 214 of 539 rated Arizona dealers earned an A for transparency; 150 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 $49 to $4,469Luxury Auto Collection charges the most.
  • The most common dealer add-on in Arizona is window tint, appearing on 50% of itemized quotes at an average of $550.

Arizona Dealer Grade Distribution

40%
A214
18%
B99
14%
C76
6%
D31
22%
F119

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 $576.

#DealerDoc FeeQuotes
1Luxury Auto Collection$1,48910
2San Tan Ford$1,21622
3Ed Morse Honda$9995
4Horne Mazda Avondale$99918
5Mark Kia$99835
6Mark Mazda$99851
7Scottsdale Mitsubishi$99823
8Horne Kia$89918
9Berge Mazda-Volkswagen$84910
10Desert Toyota$8498

Lowest-Rated Dealers in Arizona

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

DealerGradeDoc FeeQuotes
Horne Kia
F
47/100
$89918
Horne Hyundai
F
48.3/100
$5996
Lifted Trucks Phoenix
F
53.1/100
$1805
Jim Click Hyundai Of Green Valley
F
54.5/100
$5993
Berge Toyota
D
61.5/100
$69519
Jaguar Arrowhead
D
62.9/100
$5393
San Tan Ford
D
63.4/100
$1,21622
Larry H. Miller Nissan Mesa
D
63.4/100
$5497
Earnhardt Cadillac
D
63.6/100
$5995
Yates Mitsubishi
D
65.9/100
$6953

Most Common Add-ons in Arizona

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

1
window tintavg $550
535 quotes
2
protection planavg $1,357
291 quotes
3
paint protectionavg $597
288 quotes
4
accessoriesavg $1,125
281 quotes
5
guardavg $234
167 quotes
6
theft protectionavg $1,124
146 quotes
7
wheel locksavg $199
37 quotes
8
ceramic tintavg $980
33 quotes
9
vin etchavg $1,017
30 quotes
10
bed lineravg $776
28 quotes

Dealers by Brand in Arizona

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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 $576, based on 2,572 verified out-the-door quotes from 392 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $176 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 $49 to $4,469.

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. 214 of 539 rated Arizona dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.