Connecticut Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Connecticut? We analyzed 1,179 verified OTD quotes from 329 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of November 2026, the average doc fee at 290 rated Connecticut dealers is $759, $355 above the national average, based on 1,179 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Nov 7, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Constitution State
Connecticut's dealer grade: B
87/100 average transparency score
6th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Connecticut has the 6th-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $759.
- 215 of 329 rated Connecticut dealers earned an A for transparency; 47 earned a D or F.
- Branhaven Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM in Branford is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 5 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Connecticut range from $50 to $2,000 — Lava Motors charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Connecticut is vin etch, appearing on 30% of itemized quotes at an average of $267.
Connecticut Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Connecticut
The most transparent dealers in Connecticut, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Branhaven Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM
Branford, CT
$60 below the Connecticut average
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesReynolds' Subaru
Lyme, CT
$161 below the Connecticut average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesPrestige Volkswagen of Stamford
Stamford, CT
$160 below the Connecticut average
No mandatory add-ons · 8 verified quotes
See the quotesCentral Hyundai
Plainfield, CTPlainfield, CT
Central Mazda
Plainfield, CTPlainfield, CT
Colonial Ford of Danbury
Danbury, CTDanbury, CT
Colonial Mazda
Danbury, CTDanbury, CT
Colonial Subaru
Danbury, CTDanbury, CT
Curtiss Ryan Honda
Shelton, CTShelton, CT
Acura of Berlin
Berlin, CTBerlin, CT
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Highest Doc Fees in Connecticut
These Connecticut dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $759.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lava Motors | $1,095 | 3 |
| 2 | Terryville Chevrolet | $999 | 4 |
| 3 | Hartford Toyota Superstore | $999 | 14 |
| 4 | A-1 Toyota | $999 | 5 |
| 5 | Chevrolet of Milford | $999 | 5 |
| 6 | Road Ready Used Cars | $998 | 4 |
| 7 | Genesis of Milford | $998 | 9 |
| 8 | Blasius Kia | $997 | 12 |
| 9 | Blasius Auto Group | $997 | 12 |
| 10 | Blasius of Bristol | $997 | 12 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Connecticut
These Connecticut dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Girard Nissan | F 51/100 | — | 4 |
| Kia of Groton | F 56/100 | — | 5 |
| GMC of Watertown | F 58/100 | — | 8 |
| Shaker's Family Ford | D 66/100 | $799 | 3 |
| Scranton Chevrolet of Norwich, Inc. | D 67/100 | $996 | 6 |
| Genesis of Ridgefield | D 69/100 | $985 | 5 |
| Car Central Auto Sales & Service | C 72/100 | $997 | 3 |
| Litchfield Ford | C 72/100 | $599 | 3 |
| BMW of New London | C 73/100 | $789 | 5 |
| Blasius Cadillac | C 74/100 | $997 | 7 |
Most Common Add-ons in Connecticut
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Connecticut, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Connecticut
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Connecticut?
Ford
59 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
Dodge
19 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Jeep
19 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Chevrolet
19 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Chrysler
18 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Ram
18 dealers · Avg score: 90/100
Toyota
18 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Subaru
15 dealers · Avg score: 97/100
Hyundai
15 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Honda
15 dealers · Avg score: 97/100
Kia
13 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
GMC
11 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Mazda
9 dealers · Avg score: 95/100
Nissan
9 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Volkswagen
8 dealers · Avg score: 96/100
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How Connecticut compares to its neighbors
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Connecticut Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Connecticut?
As of November 2026, the average documentation fee in Connecticut is $759, based on 1,179 verified out-the-door quotes from 290 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $355 above the $404 national average.
Which Connecticut dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Lava Motors charges the highest verified doc fee in Connecticut at $1,095. Doc fees across the state range from $50 to $2,000.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Connecticut?
Branhaven Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM in Branford is the highest-rated dealer in Connecticut with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 5 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Connecticut?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Connecticut dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 215 of 329 rated Connecticut dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.