Massachusetts Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Massachusetts? We analyzed 1,424 verified OTD quotes from 426 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of September 2026, the average doc fee at 342 rated Massachusetts dealers is $543, $139 above the national average, based on 1,424 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Sep 6, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Bay State
Massachusetts's dealer grade: B
86/100 average transparency score
18th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Massachusetts has the 18th-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $543.
- 321 of 426 rated Massachusetts dealers earned an A for transparency; 42 earned a D or F.
- Wagner Kia Of Shrewsbury in Shrewsbury is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 5 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Massachusetts range from $44 to $1,450 — Mckay Chevrolet charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Massachusetts is wheel locks, appearing on 41% of itemized quotes at an average of $171.
Massachusetts Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Massachusetts
The most transparent dealers in Massachusetts, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Wagner Kia Of Shrewsbury
Shrewsbury, MA
$45 below the Massachusetts average
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesAudi Norwell
Norwell, MA
No mandatory add-ons · 11 verified quotes
See the quotesTufankjian Honda Of Plymouth
Plymouth, MA
$44 below the Massachusetts average
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesBedard Brothers
Cheshire, MACheshire, MA
Sentry Ford
Medford, MAMedford, MA
Salvadore Chevrolet
Gardner, MAGardner, MA
BMW Of Norwood
Norwood, MANorwood, MA
Quirk Kia South
Marshfield, MAMarshfield, MA
Quirk Kia
Braintree, MABraintree, MA
Brigham-Gill Village CDJR
Natick, MANatick, MA
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Highest Doc Fees in Massachusetts
These Massachusetts dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $543.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mckay Chevrolet | $1,450 | 20 |
| 2 | Automax Preowned | $995 | 7 |
| 3 | Country Nissan | $982 | 3 |
| 4 | Country Hyundai | $982 | 6 |
| 5 | Empire Automotive Group | $969 | 3 |
| 6 | The Highline Group | $895 | 3 |
| 7 | Bertera Subaru Of West Springfield | $822 | 6 |
| 8 | Balise Hyundai | $793 | 12 |
| 9 | Balise Toyota | $779 | 5 |
| 10 | Balise Honda | $779 | 12 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Massachusetts
These Massachusetts dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mckay Chevrolet | D 67/100 | $1,450 | 20 |
| Sentry Lincoln | D 68/100 | $599 | 4 |
| Balise Mazda | C 71/100 | $779 | 9 |
| Autobahn Usa | C 73/100 | $595 | 6 |
| Independence Nissan Of Wellesley | C 74/100 | $699 | 6 |
| Kelly Nissan Of Woburn | C 78/100 | $0 | 3 |
| Bella Nissan Of Pittsfield | C 79/100 | $699 | 4 |
| Route 128 Honda | C 79/100 | $695 | 10 |
| Mcgovern GMC Of Westborough | B 80/100 | $595 | 6 |
| Parkway Honda | B 80/100 | $614 | 4 |
Most Common Add-ons in Massachusetts
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Massachusetts, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Massachusetts
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Massachusetts?
Ford
36 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Toyota
36 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Honda
29 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Chevrolet
20 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Subaru
20 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
Hyundai
18 dealers · Avg score: 78/100
Chrysler
17 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Jeep
17 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Ram
17 dealers · Avg score: 90/100
Dodge
15 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Mazda
15 dealers · Avg score: 69/100
Kia
13 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
GMC
12 dealers · Avg score: 78/100
Volkswagen
12 dealers · Avg score: 72/100
Nissan
12 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
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How Massachusetts compares to its neighbors
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Massachusetts Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Massachusetts?
As of September 2026, the average documentation fee in Massachusetts is $543, based on 1,424 verified out-the-door quotes from 342 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $139 above the $404 national average.
Which Massachusetts dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Mckay Chevrolet charges the highest verified doc fee in Massachusetts at $1,450. Doc fees across the state range from $44 to $1,450.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Massachusetts?
Wagner Kia Of Shrewsbury in Shrewsbury is the highest-rated dealer in Massachusetts with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 5 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Massachusetts?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Massachusetts dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 321 of 426 rated Massachusetts dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.