Maryland Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Maryland? We analyzed 3,132 verified OTD quotes from 392 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of September 2026, the average doc fee at 347 rated Maryland dealers is $755, $351 above the national average, based on 3,132 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Sep 7, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Old Line State
Maryland's dealer grade: B
89/100 average transparency score
5th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Maryland has the 5th-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $755.
- 308 of 392 rated Maryland dealers earned an A for transparency; 32 earned a D or F.
- Elite Auto Brokers in Gaithersburg is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 7 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Maryland range from $40 to $998 — Sheehy Auto Stores charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Maryland is accessories, appearing on 35% of itemized quotes at an average of $1,208.
Maryland Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Maryland
The most transparent dealers in Maryland, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Elite Auto Brokers
Gaithersburg, MD
$156 below the Maryland average
No mandatory add-ons · 7 verified quotes
See the quotesOurisman Chevrolet Of Marlow Heights
Temple Hills, MD
$222 below the Maryland average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesAnchor Buick GMC
Elkton, MD
$256 below the Maryland average
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesEaston Auto Traders Llc
Jessup, MDJessup, MD
Renn Kirby
Frederick, MDFrederick, MD
Prince Frederick Ford
Prince Frederick, MDPrince Frederick, MD
Lindsay Ford
North Kensington, MDNorth Kensington, MD
Adams Chevrolet
Havre de Grace, MDHavre de Grace, MD
Volvo Cars Annapolis
Annapolis, MDAnnapolis, MD
Volkswagen Of Fallston
Fallston, MDFallston, MD
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Highest Doc Fees in Maryland
These Maryland dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $755.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sheehy Auto Stores | $998 | 6 |
| 2 | Adams Chevrolet | $800 | 12 |
| 3 | Jim Coleman Nissan Of Silver Spring | $800 | 9 |
| 4 | Jaguar Land Rover Of West Columbia | $800 | 6 |
| 5 | J.B.A. Chevrolet | $800 | 6 |
| 6 | J.B.A. Kia | $800 | 5 |
| 7 | Jim Coleman Cadillac | $800 | 17 |
| 8 | Herb Gordon Mileone Autogroup | $800 | 5 |
| 9 | Herb Gordon Subaru | $800 | 4 |
| 10 | Heritage Honda Bel Air | $800 | 4 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Maryland
These Maryland dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Easterns Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram | D 63/100 | $799 | 4 |
| Sport Honda | D 64/100 | $799 | 7 |
| Rich Morton Mazda | D 65/100 | $799 | 4 |
| Vins | D 65/100 | $799 | 5 |
| Darcars Toyota Of Frederick | D 66/100 | $800 | 7 |
| Len Stoler Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram | C 73/100 | $0 | 6 |
| Stoler Chevrolet Buick | C 73/100 | $0 | 8 |
| Land Rover Annapolis | C 74/100 | $799 | 11 |
| Motorcars Of Gaithersburg | C 75/100 | $799 | 5 |
| Hertrich Buick GMC Of Salisbury | C 75/100 | $0 | 4 |
Most Common Add-ons in Maryland
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Maryland, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Maryland
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Maryland?
Ford
34 dealers · Avg score: 94/100
Chevrolet
29 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
Toyota
29 dealers · Avg score: 94/100
Hyundai
22 dealers · Avg score: 97/100
Honda
22 dealers · Avg score: 95/100
Nissan
19 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Chrysler
17 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Dodge
17 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Kia
17 dealers · Avg score: 96/100
Jeep
16 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Mazda
15 dealers · Avg score: 96/100
Ram
15 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Subaru
14 dealers · Avg score: 92/100
GMC
12 dealers · Avg score: 94/100
Buick
10 dealers · Avg score: 92/100
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How Maryland compares to its neighbors
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Maryland Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Maryland?
As of September 2026, the average documentation fee in Maryland is $755, based on 3,132 verified out-the-door quotes from 347 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $351 above the $404 national average.
Which Maryland dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Sheehy Auto Stores charges the highest verified doc fee in Maryland at $998. Doc fees across the state range from $40 to $998.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Maryland?
Elite Auto Brokers in Gaithersburg is the highest-rated dealer in Maryland with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 7 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Maryland?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Maryland dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 308 of 392 rated Maryland dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.