Georgia Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Georgia? We analyzed 3,729 verified OTD quotes from 666 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of September 2026, the average doc fee at 524 rated Georgia dealers is $769, $365 above the national average, based on 3,729 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Sep 6, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Peach State
Georgia's dealer grade: B
82/100 average transparency score
4th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Georgia has the 4th-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $769.
- 376 of 666 rated Georgia dealers earned an A for transparency; 86 earned a D or F.
- Global Truck And Equipment Sales in Waycross is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 3 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Georgia range from $1 to $1,300 — Murray Ford Of Kingsland Inc charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Georgia is protection plan, appearing on 30% of itemized quotes at an average of $1,362.
Georgia Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Georgia
The most transparent dealers in Georgia, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Global Truck And Equipment Sales
Waycross, GA
$470 below the Georgia average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesVolkswagen Of Marietta
Marietta, GA
$71 below the Georgia average
No mandatory add-ons · 17 verified quotes
See the quotesAthens Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram
Bogart, GA
$70 below the Georgia average
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesSpence Chevrolet GMC Cadillac
Thomasville, GAThomasville, GA
Speedway Ford
Griffin, GAGriffin, GA
Bellamy Strickland
Mcdonough, GAMcdonough, GA
Mountain View Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Ringgold, GARinggold, GA
Mercedes-Benz Of Buckhead
Atlanta, GAAtlanta, GA
Liberty Chevrolet
Villa Rica, GAVilla Rica, GA
Krause Family Hyundai
Gainesville, GAGainesville, GA
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Highest Doc Fees in Georgia
These Georgia dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $769.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Murray Ford Of Kingsland Inc | $1,149 | 4 |
| 2 | Marietta Auto Sales | $1,099 | 3 |
| 3 | Hennessy Automobile Companies | $1,098 | 8 |
| 4 | Land Rover Buckhead | $1,098 | 5 |
| 5 | Auto Gallery Chevrolet | $1,098 | 10 |
| 6 | Bella Nissan Union City | $1,095 | 5 |
| 7 | Calavan Kia | $1,000 | 8 |
| 8 | Autonation Toyota Newnan | $999 | 4 |
| 9 | Autonation Vw Mall Of Georgia | $999 | 3 |
| 10 | Five Star Automotive Group | $999 | 5 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Georgia
These Georgia dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marietta Auto Sales | F 37/100 | $1,099 | 3 |
| Alm Hyundai Athens | F 45/100 | $995 | 4 |
| Hyundai Warner Robins | F 51/100 | $995 | 3 |
| Mike Patton Ford | F 52/100 | $998 | 4 |
| Stonecrest Honda | F 56/100 | $899 | 7 |
| Alm Ford Marietta | F 58/100 | $0 | 48 |
| Nissan Of South Morrow | F 59/100 | $999 | 4 |
| Courtesy Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram | F 59/100 | $998 | 13 |
| Vaden Chevrolet Pooler | D 60/100 | $999 | 3 |
| Calavan Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of West Atlanta | D 61/100 | $999 | 3 |
Most Common Add-ons in Georgia
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Georgia, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Georgia
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Georgia?
Ford
68 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Chevrolet
43 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Toyota
41 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Jeep
36 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Chrysler
35 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Nissan
34 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Honda
34 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Dodge
33 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Ram
33 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Hyundai
32 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
GMC
31 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Kia
26 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Lincoln
14 dealers · Avg score: 92/100
Volkswagen
12 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Subaru
12 dealers · Avg score: 75/100
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How Georgia compares to its neighbors
Average doc fees next door. Crossing a state line can change what the dealer charges.
Georgia Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Georgia?
As of September 2026, the average documentation fee in Georgia is $769, based on 3,729 verified out-the-door quotes from 524 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $365 above the $404 national average.
Which Georgia dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Murray Ford Of Kingsland Inc charges the highest verified doc fee in Georgia at $1,149. Doc fees across the state range from $1 to $1,300.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Georgia?
Global Truck And Equipment Sales in Waycross is the highest-rated dealer in Georgia with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 3 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Georgia?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Georgia dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 376 of 666 rated Georgia dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.