Georgia Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Georgia? We analyzed 3,230 verified OTD quotes from 616 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of August 2026, the average doc fee at 481 rated Georgia dealers is $766, $366 above the national average, based on 3,230 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Aug 17, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Peach State
Georgia's dealer grade: B
81/100 average transparency score
3rd highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Georgia has the 3rd-highest average doc fee of the 51 states we track, at $766.
- 334 of 616 rated Georgia dealers earned an A for transparency; 92 earned a D or F.
- Jimmy Britt Chevrolet GMC in Greensboro is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 5 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Georgia range from $1 to $1,300 — Marietta Auto Sales charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Georgia is protection plan, appearing on 37% of itemized quotes at an average of $1,272.
Georgia Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Georgia
The most transparent dealers in Georgia, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Jimmy Britt Chevrolet GMC
Greensboro, GA
$277 below the Georgia average
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesKia Country Of Savannah
Savannah, GA
$68 below the Georgia average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesHardy GMC
Dallas, GA
$81 below the Georgia average
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesHardy Family Ford
Dallas, GADallas, GA
Mountain View Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Ringgold, GARinggold, GA
Griffin Ford Lincoln
Tifton, GATifton, GA
Mtn. View Hyundai
Ringgold, GARinggold, GA
Global Truck And Equipment Sales
Waycross, GAWaycross, GA
Sutton Acura
Macon, GAMacon, GA
Bellamy Strickland
Mcdonough, GAMcdonough, GA
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Highest Doc Fees in Georgia
These Georgia dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $766.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marietta Auto Sales | $1,099 | 3 |
| 2 | Hennessy Automobile Companies | $1,098 | 8 |
| 3 | Land Rover Buckhead | $1,098 | 5 |
| 4 | Bella Nissan Union City | $1,095 | 5 |
| 5 | Calavan Kia | $1,000 | 8 |
| 6 | Five Star Ford Stone Mountain, Llc | $999 | 19 |
| 7 | Milledgeville Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat | $999 | 3 |
| 8 | Hyundai Of Milledgeville | $999 | 4 |
| 9 | Palmer Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram | $999 | 11 |
| 10 | Autonation Hyundai Mall Of Georgia | $999 | 3 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alm Hyundai Athens | F 45/100 | $995 | 4 |
| Hyundai Warner Robins | F 48/100 | $995 | 3 |
| Marietta Auto Sales | F 54/100 | $1,099 | 3 |
| Stonecrest Honda | F 56/100 | $899 | 7 |
| Alm Ford Marietta | F 57/100 | $0 | 42 |
| Nissan Of South Morrow | F 58/100 | $999 | 4 |
| Autonation Toyota Mall Of Georgia | F 59/100 | $899 | 9 |
| Gravity Autos Marietta | D 61/100 | $899 | 4 |
| Vaden Chevrolet Pooler | D 63/100 | $999 | 3 |
| Kia South Atlanta | D 65/100 | $998 | 8 |
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
61 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Toyota
39 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Chevrolet
38 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Jeep
34 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Chrysler
33 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
Hyundai
33 dealers · Avg score: 75/100
Dodge
31 dealers · Avg score: 75/100
Ram
31 dealers · Avg score: 75/100
Honda
31 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Nissan
31 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
GMC
29 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Kia
26 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Lincoln
14 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Subaru
12 dealers · Avg score: 75/100
Buick
12 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
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How Georgia compares to its neighbors
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Georgia Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Georgia?
As of August 2026, the average documentation fee in Georgia is $766, based on 3,230 verified out-the-door quotes from 481 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $366 above the $400 national average.
Which Georgia dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Marietta Auto Sales charges the highest verified doc fee in Georgia at $1,099. Doc fees across the state range from $1 to $1,300.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Georgia?
Jimmy Britt Chevrolet GMC in Greensboro is the highest-rated dealer in Georgia with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 5 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. 334 of 616 rated Georgia dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.