Colorado Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Colorado? We analyzed 1,842 verified OTD quotes from 574 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of November 2026, the average doc fee at 282 rated Colorado dealers is $651, $247 above the national average, based on 1,842 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Nov 6, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Centennial State
Colorado's dealer grade: D
66/100 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 $651.
- 203 of 574 rated Colorado dealers earned an A for transparency; 293 earned a D or F.
- Red Rock Honda in Grand Junction is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 3 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Colorado range from $25 to $1,489 — Honda of Greeley charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Colorado is accessories, appearing on 29% of itemized quotes at an average of $965.
Colorado Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Colorado
The most transparent dealers in Colorado, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Red Rock Honda
Grand Junction, CO
$72 below the Colorado average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesBighorn Toyota
Glenwood Springs, CO
$252 below the Colorado average
No mandatory add-ons · 7 verified quotes
See the quotesWinslow BMW of Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, CO
$352 below the Colorado average
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesGrand Junction Subaru
Grand Junction, COGrand Junction, CO
Hm Brown & Associates
Centennial, COCentennial, CO
Transwest GMC Isuzu
Henderson, COHenderson, CO
Town & Country Automall
Alamosa, COAlamosa, CO
Durango Toyota
Durango, CODurango, CO
Durango Kia
Durango, CODurango, CO
Mercedes-Benz of Denver
Denver, CODenver, CO
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Highest Doc Fees in Colorado
These Colorado dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $651.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Honda of Greeley | $1,197 | 6 |
| 2 | Autostar Subaru of Silverthorne | $999 | 3 |
| 3 | Sill-Terhar Ford | $899 | 5 |
| 4 | Prestige Audi | $849 | 4 |
| 5 | Mike Maroone Chevrolet South | $845 | 6 |
| 6 | Mike Maroone Chevrolet Longmont | $845 | 3 |
| 7 | Skyline Mitsubishi | $800 | 3 |
| 8 | Grand Kia | $800 | 4 |
| 9 | Arapahoe Kia | $800 | 6 |
| 10 | Crossroads Hyundai of Loveland | $800 | 23 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autosavvy Windsor | F 39/100 | — | 4 |
| Audi Denver | F 43/100 | — | 4 |
| Celebration Chevrolet | F 44/100 | — | 4 |
| Phil Long Glenwood Springs Subaru | F 47/100 | — | 4 |
| Red Noland Cadillac | F 47/100 | — | 4 |
| Audi Parker | F 48/100 | — | 4 |
| Autonation Dodge RAM Colorado Springs | F 48/100 | — | 4 |
| Castle Rock Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM | F 50/100 | — | 15 |
| Bozarth Chevrolet | F 51/100 | — | 9 |
| Alpine Buick GMC | F 54/100 | — | 25 |
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: 76/100
Ford
24 dealers · Avg score: 92/100
Chrysler
20 dealers · Avg score: 74/100
Dodge
20 dealers · Avg score: 78/100
Jeep
20 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
Ram
20 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Toyota
18 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Subaru
18 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Kia
17 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
GMC
15 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Nissan
14 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Honda
13 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Hyundai
12 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Volkswagen
10 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Buick
9 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
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How Colorado compares to its neighbors
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Colorado Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Colorado?
As of November 2026, the average documentation fee in Colorado is $651, based on 1,842 verified out-the-door quotes from 282 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $247 above the $404 national average.
Which Colorado dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Honda of Greeley charges the highest verified doc fee in Colorado at $1,197. Doc fees across the state range from $25 to $1,489.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Colorado?
Red Rock Honda in Grand Junction is the highest-rated dealer in Colorado with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 3 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. 203 of 574 rated Colorado dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.