Connecticut Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Connecticut? We analyzed 850 verified OTD quotes from 244 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of August 2026, the average doc fee at 200 rated Connecticut dealers is $725, $321 above the national average, based on 850 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Aug 17, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Constitution State
Connecticut's dealer grade: B
85/100 average transparency score
6th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Connecticut has the 6th-highest average doc fee of the 51 states we track, at $725.
- 149 of 244 rated Connecticut dealers earned an A for transparency; 19 earned a D or F.
- Mercedes-Benz Of New London in New London is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 40 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Connecticut range from $79 to $1,091 — Colonial Toyota charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Connecticut is accessories, appearing on 30% of itemized quotes at an average of $523.
Connecticut Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Connecticut
The most transparent dealers in Connecticut, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Mercedes-Benz Of New London
New London, CT
$126 below the Connecticut average
No mandatory add-ons · 40 verified quotes
See the quotesManchester Mazda
Manchester, CT
$30 below the Connecticut average
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesPutnam Kia
Putnam, CT
$640 below the Connecticut average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesOcean Honda Milford
Milford, CTMilford, CT
Riley Mazda
Stamford, CTStamford, CT
Eurocars Plus
Groton, CTGroton, CT
Honda Of Westport
Westport, CTWestport, CT
Hoffman Honda
Simsbury, CTSimsbury, CT
Schaller Subaru
Berlin, CTBerlin, CT
Lia Hyundai Of Hartford
Hartford, CTHartford, CT
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Highest Doc Fees in Connecticut
These Connecticut dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $725.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Colonial Toyota | $999 | 6 |
| 2 | A-1 Toyota | $999 | 4 |
| 3 | Chevrolet Of Milford | $999 | 4 |
| 4 | Key Hyundai Of Manchester | $998 | 4 |
| 5 | Genesis Of Milford | $998 | 9 |
| 6 | Road Ready Used Cars | $998 | 4 |
| 7 | Blasius Auto Group | $997 | 7 |
| 8 | Blasius Kia | $997 | 9 |
| 9 | Blasius Cadillac | $997 | 11 |
| 10 | Blasius Mitsubishi | $997 | 4 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Genesis Of Ridgefield | D 69/100 | $985 | 5 |
| BMW Of New London | C 71/100 | $0 | 5 |
| Gengras | C 71/100 | $899 | 4 |
| Car Central Auto Sales & Service | C 72/100 | $997 | 4 |
| Blasius Mitsubishi | C 74/100 | $997 | 4 |
| Chevrolet Of Milford | C 75/100 | $999 | 4 |
| Valenti Ford | C 75/100 | $0 | 3 |
| Hoffman Toyota | C 76/100 | $699 | 8 |
| Blasius Cadillac | C 77/100 | $997 | 11 |
| Girard Nissan | C 78/100 | $0 | 3 |
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
45 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Chevrolet
18 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Toyota
15 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Honda
14 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
Hyundai
13 dealers · Avg score: 68/100
Kia
12 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
GMC
10 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Dodge
10 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Subaru
10 dealers · Avg score: 95/100
Chrysler
9 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Jeep
9 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Ram
9 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Mazda
8 dealers · Avg score: 69/100
BMW
7 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Nissan
6 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
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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 August 2026, the average documentation fee in Connecticut is $725, based on 850 verified out-the-door quotes from 200 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $321 above the $404 national average.
Which Connecticut dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Colonial Toyota charges the highest verified doc fee in Connecticut at $999. Doc fees across the state range from $79 to $1,091.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Connecticut?
Mercedes-Benz Of New London in New London is the highest-rated dealer in Connecticut with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 40 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. 149 of 244 rated Connecticut dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.