Colorado Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Colorado? We analyzed 1,927 verified OTD quotes from 572 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of September 2026, the average doc fee at 313 rated Colorado dealers is $612, $208 above the national average, based on 1,927 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Sep 6, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Centennial State
Colorado's dealer grade: C
75/100 average transparency score
12th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Colorado has the 12th-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $612.
- 346 of 572 rated Colorado dealers earned an A for transparency; 115 earned a D or F.
- Centennial Leasing & Sales in Englewood is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 9 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Colorado range from $1 to $1,489 — John Elway Cadillac Of Park Meadows charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Colorado is protection plan, appearing on 30% of itemized quotes at an average of $870.
Colorado Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Colorado
The most transparent dealers in Colorado, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Centennial Leasing & Sales
Englewood, CO
$356 below the Colorado average
No mandatory add-ons · 9 verified quotes
See the quotesTranswest GMC Isuzu
Henderson, CO
No mandatory add-ons · 11 verified quotes
See the quotesDurango Kia
Durango, CO
$113 below the Colorado average
No mandatory add-ons · 24 verified quotes
See the quotesCherry Creek Automotive
Denver, CODenver, CO
Pueblo Toyota
Pueblo, COPueblo, CO
Winslow BMW Of Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, COColorado Springs, CO
Mountain Chevrolet Llc
Glenwood Springs, COGlenwood Springs, CO
Morehart Murphy Regional Auto Center
Durango, CODurango, CO
Mercedes-Benz Of Westminster
Westminster, COWestminster, 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 $612.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | John Elway Cadillac Of Park Meadows | $993 | 3 |
| 2 | Sill - Terhar Motors Inc | $899 | 4 |
| 3 | Ramsey Auto Group Inc | $899 | 11 |
| 4 | Prestige Imports | $849 | 4 |
| 5 | Arapahoe Kia | $800 | 5 |
| 6 | Crossroads Hyundai Of Loveland | $800 | 21 |
| 7 | Stevinson Lexus Of Frederick | $799 | 4 |
| 8 | Autonation Ford Arapahoe | $799 | 5 |
| 9 | Porsche Littleton | $799 | 3 |
| 10 | Christopher's Dodge Ram Inc | $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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audi Denver | F 59/100 | $799 | 3 |
| H & H Tire Inc. | D 63/100 | $699 | 4 |
| Autonation Dodge Ram Colorado Springs | D 65/100 | $799 | 4 |
| O'Meara Volkswagen Of Thornton | C 70/100 | $799 | 10 |
| Mcdonald Mazda North | C 72/100 | $799 | 25 |
| Daniels Long Chevrolet | C 72/100 | $699 | 11 |
| O'Meara GMC | C 73/100 | $799 | 4 |
| Red Noland Infiniti | C 73/100 | $0 | 5 |
| Mile High Honda | C 73/100 | $0 | 5 |
| Foundation Kia | C 73/100 | $799 | 7 |
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?
Chevrolet
26 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Ram
22 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Ford
22 dealers · Avg score: 90/100
Dodge
21 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Toyota
20 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
Chrysler
18 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Jeep
18 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
GMC
17 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Subaru
16 dealers · Avg score: 94/100
Kia
15 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Nissan
14 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Honda
13 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Hyundai
12 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
Volkswagen
11 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Buick
8 dealers · Avg score: 90/100
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How Colorado compares to its neighbors
Average doc fees next door. Crossing a state line can change what the dealer charges.
Colorado Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Colorado?
As of September 2026, the average documentation fee in Colorado is $612, based on 1,927 verified out-the-door quotes from 313 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $208 above the $404 national average.
Which Colorado dealers charge the highest doc fees?
John Elway Cadillac Of Park Meadows charges the highest verified doc fee in Colorado at $993. Doc fees across the state range from $1 to $1,489.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Colorado?
Centennial Leasing & Sales in Englewood is the highest-rated dealer in Colorado with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 9 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. 346 of 572 rated Colorado dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.