Delaware Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Delaware? We analyzed 258 verified OTD quotes from 75 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of October 2026, the average doc fee at 66 rated Delaware dealers is $700, $296 above the national average, based on 258 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Oct 20, 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 $700.
- 57 of 75 rated Delaware dealers earned an A for transparency; 10 earned a D or F.
- Holly Kia in Felton is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 3 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Delaware range from $299 to $1,364 — Mercedes-Benz of Wilmington charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Delaware is wheel locks, appearing on 27% of itemized quotes at an average of $96.
Delaware Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Delaware
The most transparent dealers in Delaware, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Holly Kia
Felton, DE
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesWinner Ford
Dover, DE
$151 below the Delaware average
No mandatory add-ons · 11 verified quotes
See the quotesDelaware Subaru
Wilmington, DE
$50 below the Delaware average
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesKia of Wilmington
Wilmington, DEWilmington, DE
Union Park Honda
Wilmington, DEWilmington, DE
Nucar Delaware
New Castle, DENew Castle, DE
Sheridan Nissan
New Castle, DENew Castle, DE
Winner Subaru
Dover, DEDover, DE
Carman Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram
New Castle, DENew Castle, 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 $700.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mercedes-Benz of Wilmington | $920 | 3 |
| 2 | Lexus of Wilmington | $800 | 30 |
| 3 | Ourisman Tri-State Subaru | $799 | 8 |
| 4 | Hertrich Toyota of Milford | $799 | 3 |
| 5 | Boulevard Ford Lincoln | $799 | 5 |
| 6 | Preston Hyundai of Millsboro | $799 | 5 |
| 7 | Hertrich Hyundai of New Castle | $799 | 4 |
| 8 | I.G. Burton BMW | $799 | 5 |
| 9 | Martin Mazda | $799 | 11 |
| 10 | Price Toyota | $799 | 14 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price Automotive Group | F 54/100 | — | 3 |
| Martin Honda | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Nucar | C 74/100 | $699 | 7 |
| Newark Toyota World | B 83/100 | $799 | 10 |
| Audi Wilmington | B 85/100 | $595 | 6 |
| Sheridan Ford | B 86/100 | $699 | 4 |
| Hertrich Chevrolet of Dover | A 90/100 | $799 | 4 |
| Union Park BMW | A 91/100 | $488 | 3 |
| Price Toyota | A 92/100 | $799 | 14 |
| Price Honda | A 92/100 | $799 | 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
8 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
Chevrolet
5 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Kia
5 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Hyundai
5 dealers · Avg score: 96/100
Chrysler
4 dealers · Avg score: 98/100
Dodge
4 dealers · Avg score: 98/100
Jeep
4 dealers · Avg score: 98/100
Ram
4 dealers · Avg score: 98/100
Toyota
4 dealers · Avg score: 92/100
Subaru
3 dealers · Avg score: 99/100
Honda
3 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Nissan
3 dealers · Avg score: 98/100
Lincoln
3 dealers · Avg score: 97/100
Mazda
2 dealers · Avg score: 97/100
BMW
2 dealers · Avg score: 93/100
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Delaware Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Delaware?
As of October 2026, the average documentation fee in Delaware is $700, based on 258 verified out-the-door quotes from 66 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $296 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 $299 to $1,364.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Delaware?
Holly Kia in Felton is the highest-rated dealer in Delaware with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 3 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. 57 of 75 rated Delaware dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.