Massachusetts Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Massachusetts? We analyzed 1,568 verified OTD quotes from 497 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of November 2026, the average doc fee at 412 rated Massachusetts dealers is $556, $152 above the national average, based on 1,568 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Nov 5, 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 $556.
- 360 of 497 rated Massachusetts dealers earned an A for transparency; 95 earned a D or F.
- Herb Chambers Volvo Cars Norwood in Norwood is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 4 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Massachusetts range from $143 to $1,495 — Mckay Chevrolet charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Massachusetts is wheel locks, appearing on 40% of itemized quotes at an average of $181.
Massachusetts Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Massachusetts
The most transparent dealers in Massachusetts, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Herb Chambers Volvo Cars Norwood
Norwood, MA
$57 below the Massachusetts average
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesEuropean Engineering
Framingham, MA
$57 below the Massachusetts average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesQuirk Ford
Quincy, MA
$57 below the Massachusetts average
No mandatory add-ons · 9 verified quotes
See the quotesFalmouth Toyota
Bourne, MABourne, MA
Quirk Chrysler Jeep
Braintree, MABraintree, MA
Herb Chambers Toyota of Boston
Medford, MAMedford, MA
Herb Chambers Toyota of Auburn
Auburn, MAAuburn, MA
Herb Chambers Lincoln of Westborough
Westborough, MAWestborough, MA
Herb Chambers Lincoln of Norwood
Norwood, MANorwood, MA
Herb Chambers Lexus of Sharon
Sharon, MASharon, MA
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Highest Doc Fees in Massachusetts
These Massachusetts dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $556.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mckay Chevrolet | $1,495 | 5 |
| 2 | Automax Preowned | $995 | 6 |
| 3 | Country Hyundai | $982 | 5 |
| 4 | Country Nissan | $982 | 3 |
| 5 | Empire Ford of Fall River | $895 | 10 |
| 6 | Rodman Ford | $799 | 8 |
| 7 | Gary Rome Hyundai | $799 | 3 |
| 8 | Carfive | $795 | 6 |
| 9 | Bertera Subaru of West Springfield | $789 | 5 |
| 10 | Balise Subaru of Hadley | $784 | 3 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Empire Ford of New Bedford | F 51/100 | — | 6 |
| Mckay Chevrolet | F 53/100 | $1,495 | 5 |
| Imperial Chevrolet | F 56/100 | — | 4 |
| Mastria GMC | D 60/100 | — | 6 |
| Mastria Cadillac | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Pride Kia of Lynn | D 60/100 | — | 5 |
| Ron Bouchard Chrysler Dodge RAM | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Cambridge Honda | D 60/100 | $499 | 7 |
| Toyota of Braintree | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Audi Brookline | D 60/100 | — | 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
41 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Toyota
38 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Ram
28 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Honda
28 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
Chrysler
27 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Jeep
26 dealers · Avg score: 90/100
Dodge
25 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Chevrolet
25 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Subaru
22 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Hyundai
21 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Kia
18 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
GMC
18 dealers · Avg score: 72/100
Nissan
18 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Mazda
15 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Volkswagen
14 dealers · Avg score: 73/100
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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 November 2026, the average documentation fee in Massachusetts is $556, based on 1,568 verified out-the-door quotes from 412 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $152 above the $404 national average.
Which Massachusetts dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Mckay Chevrolet charges the highest verified doc fee in Massachusetts at $1,495. Doc fees across the state range from $143 to $1,495.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Massachusetts?
Herb Chambers Volvo Cars Norwood in Norwood is the highest-rated dealer in Massachusetts with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 4 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. 360 of 497 rated Massachusetts dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.