Colorado Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Colorado? We analyzed 1,714 verified OTD quotes from 603 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of September 2026, the average doc fee at 340 rated Colorado dealers is $621, $217 above the national average, based on 1,714 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Sep 26, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Centennial State
Colorado's dealer grade: D
67/100 average transparency score
13th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Colorado has the 13th-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $621.
- 231 of 603 rated Colorado dealers earned an A for transparency; 276 earned a D or F.
- Pueblo Toyota in Pueblo is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 5 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Colorado range from $3 to $1,489 — Sill - Terhar Motors Inc charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Colorado is accessories, appearing on 30% of itemized quotes at an average of $905.
Colorado Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Colorado
The most transparent dealers in Colorado, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Pueblo Toyota
Pueblo, CO
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesGrand Junction Subaru
Grand Junction, CO
$131 below the Colorado average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesGenesis Of Golden
Golden, CO
$528 below the Colorado average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesMountain Chevrolet Llc
COCO
Morehart Murphy Regional Auto Center
Durango, CODurango, CO
Centennial Leasing & Sales
Englewood, COEnglewood, CO
Cherry Creek Automotive
Denver, CODenver, CO
Mercedes-Benz Of Loveland
Loveland, COLoveland, CO
Markley Honda
Fort Collins, COFort Collins, CO
Transwest GMC Isuzu
Henderson, COHenderson, CO
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Highest Doc Fees in Colorado
These Colorado dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $621.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sill - Terhar Motors Inc | $899 | 4 |
| 2 | Ramsey Auto Group Inc | $899 | 9 |
| 3 | Mike Maroone Chevrolet South | $895 | 9 |
| 4 | Prestige Imports | $849 | 4 |
| 5 | Mike Maroone GMC | $847 | 7 |
| 6 | Mike Maroone Ford Longmont | $845 | 15 |
| 7 | Mcdonald Toyota Greeley | $815 | 7 |
| 8 | Grand Kia | $800 | 4 |
| 9 | Crossroads Hyundai Of Loveland | $800 | 16 |
| 10 | Arapahoe Kia | $799 | 8 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Celebration Chevrolet | F 44/100 | — | 4 |
| Bozarth Chevrolet | F 47/100 | — | 9 |
| Phil Long Glenwood Springs Subaru | F 48/100 | — | 3 |
| Gaylord Sales&Leasing | F 51/100 | — | 3 |
| Alpine Buick GMC | F 53/100 | — | 23 |
| Rickenbaugh Cadillac Company | F 53/100 | — | 9 |
| The Faricy Boys | F 54/100 | — | 6 |
| Jaguar Colorado Springs Certified Pre-Owned & Service | F 56/100 | — | 5 |
| Rickenbaugh Volvo Cars | F 57/100 | — | 6 |
| Mountain States Toyota | F 58/100 | — | 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?
Chevrolet
28 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
Ford
23 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Ram
22 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Dodge
21 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Toyota
20 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Chrysler
20 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Jeep
20 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Subaru
18 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
GMC
17 dealers · Avg score: 78/100
Kia
15 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
Honda
14 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Nissan
14 dealers · Avg score: 74/100
Hyundai
12 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Volkswagen
10 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Buick
8 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
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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 $621, based on 1,714 verified out-the-door quotes from 340 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $217 above the $404 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 $3 to $1,489.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Colorado?
Pueblo Toyota in Pueblo is the highest-rated dealer in Colorado with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 5 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. 231 of 603 rated Colorado dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.