Delaware Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Delaware? We analyzed 280 verified OTD quotes from 81 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of November 2026, the average doc fee at 72 rated Delaware dealers is $694, $290 above the national average, based on 280 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Nov 10, 2026 · How we score dealers
The First State
Delaware's dealer grade: B
89/100 average transparency score
10th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Delaware has the 10th-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $694.
- 60 of 81 rated Delaware dealers earned an A for transparency; 10 earned a D or F.
- Felton Holly Kia in Felton is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 4 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Delaware range from $35 to $1,364 — Mercedes-Benz of Wilmington charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Delaware is wheel locks, appearing on 29% of itemized quotes at an average of $120.
Delaware Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Delaware
The most transparent dealers in Delaware, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Felton Holly Kia
Felton, DE
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesWinner Hyundai
Dover, DE
$99 below the Delaware average
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesUnion Park Volvo Cars
Wilmington, DE
$255 below the Delaware average
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesSheridan Nissan
New Castle, DENew Castle, DE
Nucar Mazda of New Castle
New Castle, DENew Castle, DE
Nucar Chevrolet
New Castle, DENew Castle, DE
Kia of Wilmington
Wilmington, DEWilmington, DE
Delaware Subaru
Wilmington, DEWilmington, DE
Winner Subaru
Dover, DEDover, DE
Porter Hyundai
Newark, DENewark, DE
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Highest Doc Fees in Delaware
These Delaware dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $694.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mercedes-Benz of Wilmington | $920 | 4 |
| 2 | Lexus of Wilmington | $800 | 33 |
| 3 | Preston Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM of Dover | $799 | 3 |
| 4 | Boulevard Lincoln | $799 | 3 |
| 5 | Hertrich Nissan of Dover | $799 | 3 |
| 6 | Hertrich Toyota of Milford | $799 | 3 |
| 7 | I.G. Burton BMW | $799 | 4 |
| 8 | Ourisman Tri-State Subaru | $799 | 8 |
| 9 | Preston Hyundai of Millsboro | $799 | 6 |
| 10 | Martin Honda | $799 | 7 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Delaware
These Delaware dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newark Toyota World | B 82/100 | $799 | 10 |
| Price Acura | B 84/100 | $799 | 3 |
| Mercedes-Benz of Wilmington | B 85/100 | $920 | 4 |
| Audi Wilmington | B 85/100 | $595 | 6 |
| Sheridan Ford | B 86/100 | $699 | 4 |
| Hertrich Chevrolet of Dover | B 89/100 | $799 | 4 |
| Price Toyota | A 90/100 | $799 | 14 |
| Union Park BMW | A 91/100 | $489 | 3 |
| Price Honda | A 92/100 | $799 | 4 |
| Union Park Honda | A 93/100 | $489 | 4 |
Most Common Add-ons in Delaware
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Delaware, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Delaware
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Delaware?
Ford
12 dealers · Avg score: 92/100
Chevrolet
7 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Kia
4 dealers · Avg score: 99/100
Hyundai
4 dealers · Avg score: 97/100
Chrysler
4 dealers · Avg score: 97/100
Dodge
4 dealers · Avg score: 97/100
Jeep
4 dealers · Avg score: 97/100
Ram
4 dealers · Avg score: 97/100
Toyota
4 dealers · Avg score: 90/100
Nissan
3 dealers · Avg score: 98/100
Subaru
3 dealers · Avg score: 99/100
Honda
3 dealers · Avg score: 93/100
Mazda
2 dealers · Avg score: 97/100
Lincoln
2 dealers · Avg score: 98/100
BMW
2 dealers · Avg score: 94/100
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How Delaware compares to its neighbors
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Delaware Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Delaware?
As of November 2026, the average documentation fee in Delaware is $694, based on 280 verified out-the-door quotes from 72 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $290 above the $404 national average.
Which Delaware dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Mercedes-Benz of Wilmington charges the highest verified doc fee in Delaware at $920. Doc fees across the state range from $35 to $1,364.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Delaware?
Felton Holly Kia in Felton is the highest-rated dealer in Delaware with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 4 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Delaware?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Delaware dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 60 of 81 rated Delaware dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.