Colorado Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Colorado? We analyzed 1,171 verified OTD quotes from 346 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of July 2026, the average doc fee at 346 rated Colorado dealers is $502, $102 above the national average, based on 1,171 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Jul 7, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Centennial State
Colorado's dealer grade: C
70/100 average transparency score
22nd highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Colorado has the 22nd-highest average doc fee of the 53 states we track, at $502.
- 163 of 346 rated Colorado dealers earned an A for transparency; 91 earned a D or F.
- Johnson Auto Plaza in Brighton is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 18 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Colorado range from $0 to $1,581 — Sill - Terhar Motors Inc charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Colorado is protection plan, appearing on 34% of itemized quotes at an average of $892.
Colorado Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Colorado
The most transparent dealers in Colorado, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Johnson Auto Plaza
Brighton, CO
$97 above the Colorado average
No mandatory add-ons · 18 verified quotes
See the quotesPueblo Toyota
Pueblo, CO
$98 above the Colorado average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesWinslow BMW Of Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, CO
$203 below the Colorado average
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesMountain Chevrolet
Glenwood Springs, COGlenwood Springs, CO
Morehart Murphy Regional Auto Center
Durango, CODurango, CO
Montrose Nissan
Montrose, COMontrose, CO
Transwest GMC Isuzu
Henderson, COHenderson, CO
Mercedes-Benz Of Westminster
Westminster, COWestminster, CO
Bighorn Toyota
Glenwood Springs, COGlenwood Springs, CO
Mercedes-Benz Of Loveland
Loveland, COLoveland, CO
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Highest Doc Fees in Colorado
These Colorado dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $502.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sill - Terhar Motors Inc | $899 | 4 |
| 2 | Ramsey Auto Group | $899 | 10 |
| 3 | Prestige Imports | $849 | 4 |
| 4 | Foundation Kia | $806 | 7 |
| 5 | Arapahoe Kia | $800 | 5 |
| 6 | Larry H. Miller Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram | $799 | 10 |
| 7 | 2mazda | $799 | 5 |
| 8 | Stevinson Toyota East | $799 | 11 |
| 9 | Mcdonald Volvo | $799 | 3 |
| 10 | Porsche Littleton | $799 | 3 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Colorado
These Colorado dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autonation Dodge Ram Colorado Springs | D 62.6/100 | $799 | 3 |
| H & H Tire Inc. | D 63.3/100 | $699 | 4 |
| Land Rover Denver | D 66.2/100 | $795 | 4 |
| Daniels Long Chevrolet | D 67.8/100 | $87 | 8 |
| Fisher Honda Acura | D 69.3/100 | $0 | 3 |
| O'Meara Volkswagen Of Thornton | C 70.7/100 | $799 | 10 |
| Autonation Ford Littleton | C 71.1/100 | $799 | 4 |
| Bozarth Chevrolet | C 72/100 | $0 | 6 |
| Mile High Honda | C 72.3/100 | $0 | 3 |
| Autonation Buick GMC West | C 72.4/100 | $799 | 6 |
Most Common Add-ons in Colorado
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Colorado, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Colorado
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Colorado?
Ford
20 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Chevrolet
16 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Toyota
15 dealers · Avg score: 90/100
Ram
14 dealers · Avg score: 67/100
Kia
13 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
Dodge
13 dealers · Avg score: 66/100
Jeep
13 dealers · Avg score: 69/100
Subaru
12 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Chrysler
12 dealers · Avg score: 67/100
Hyundai
12 dealers · Avg score: 71/100
GMC
11 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Nissan
10 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Honda
9 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Volkswagen
9 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Mazda
7 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
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Colorado Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Colorado?
As of July 2026, the average documentation fee in Colorado is $502, based on 1,171 verified out-the-door quotes from 346 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $102 above the $400 national average.
Which Colorado dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Sill - Terhar Motors Inc charges the highest verified doc fee in Colorado at $899. Doc fees across the state range from $0 to $1,581.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Colorado?
Johnson Auto Plaza in Brighton is the highest-rated dealer in Colorado with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 18 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Colorado?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Colorado dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 163 of 346 rated Colorado dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.