Hawaii Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Hawaii? We analyzed 263 verified OTD quotes from 117 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of November 2026, the average doc fee at 85 rated Hawaii dealers is $489, $85 above the national average, based on 263 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Nov 8, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Aloha State
Hawaii's dealer grade: C
75/100 average transparency score
26th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Hawaii has the 26th-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $489.
- 54 of 117 rated Hawaii dealers earned an A for transparency; 34 earned a D or F.
- Orchid Isle Auto Center in Hilo is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 4 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Hawaii range from $175 to $995 — Acura of Honolulu charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Hawaii is accessories, appearing on 40% of itemized quotes at an average of $591.
Hawaii Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Hawaii
The most transparent dealers in Hawaii, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Orchid Isle Auto Center
Hilo, HI
$140 below the Hawaii average
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesBig Island Motors
Kailua-Kona, HI
$190 below the Hawaii average
No mandatory add-ons · 8 verified quotes
See the quotesTony Volkswagen
Waipahu, HI
$90 above the Hawaii average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesTony Hyundai Waipio
Waipahu, HIWaipahu, HI
Mercedes-Benz of Maui
Kahului, HIKahului, HI
Jim Falk Hyundai of Maui
Kahului, HIKahului, HI
Island Honda
Kahului, HIKahului, HI
Audi Honolulu
Honolulu, HIHonolulu, HI
Karmart Volkswagen of Maui
Kihei, HIKihei, HI
Tony Honda
Waipahu, HIWaipahu, HI
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Highest Doc Fees in Hawaii
These Hawaii dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $489.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Acura of Honolulu | $975 | 6 |
| 2 | BMW of Maui | $795 | 3 |
| 3 | BMW of Honolulu | $795 | 9 |
| 4 | Honolulu Volkswagen | $795 | 8 |
| 5 | Karmart Volkswagen of Maui | $699 | 4 |
| 6 | Honolulu Buick GMC | $695 | 6 |
| 7 | Jerry V's Honolulu Hyundai | $645 | 4 |
| 8 | Jim Falk Hyundai of Maui | $629 | 5 |
| 9 | Tony Honda | $629 | 6 |
| 10 | Tony Hyundai Waipio | $604 | 12 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Hawaii
These Hawaii dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Choice Automotive | F 44/100 | — | 4 |
| Windward Ford of Hawaii | F 51/100 | — | 8 |
| Servco Lexus Maui | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Jerry V's Honolulu Hyundai | C 74/100 | $645 | 4 |
| Cutter Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM Fiat Honolulu | C 76/100 | $599 | 5 |
| Jerry V's Honolulu Hyundai | C 77/100 | $545 | 4 |
| Windward Dodge Chrysler Jeep RAM | C 77/100 | $595 | 5 |
| Cutter Mazda Honolulu | C 78/100 | $595 | 9 |
| Honolulu Volkswagen | B 80/100 | $795 | 8 |
| Acura of Honolulu | B 80/100 | $975 | 6 |
Most Common Add-ons in Hawaii
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Hawaii, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Hawaii
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Hawaii?
Nissan
7 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Honda
7 dealers · Avg score: 92/100
Hyundai
5 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Chrysler
5 dealers · Avg score: 73/100
Dodge
5 dealers · Avg score: 73/100
Jeep
5 dealers · Avg score: 73/100
Mazda
4 dealers · Avg score: 66/100
Kia
4 dealers · Avg score: 67/100
Ram
4 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
Toyota
3 dealers · Avg score: 73/100
Volkswagen
3 dealers · Avg score: 90/100
Chevrolet
3 dealers · Avg score: 74/100
Ford
3 dealers · Avg score: 78/100
BMW
3 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
Subaru
2 dealers · Avg score: 94/100
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Hawaii Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Hawaii?
As of November 2026, the average documentation fee in Hawaii is $489, based on 263 verified out-the-door quotes from 85 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $85 above the $404 national average.
Which Hawaii dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Acura of Honolulu charges the highest verified doc fee in Hawaii at $975. Doc fees across the state range from $175 to $995.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Hawaii?
Orchid Isle Auto Center in Hilo is the highest-rated dealer in Hawaii with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 4 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Hawaii?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Hawaii dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 54 of 117 rated Hawaii dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.