Massachusetts Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Massachusetts? We analyzed 1,515 verified OTD quotes from 503 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of October 2026, the average doc fee at 424 rated Massachusetts dealers is $558, $154 above the national average, based on 1,515 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Oct 16, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Bay State
Massachusetts's dealer grade: B
86/100 average transparency score
17th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Massachusetts has the 17th-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $558.
- 364 of 503 rated Massachusetts dealers earned an A for transparency; 86 earned a D or F.
- Herb Chambers Toyota of Auburn in Auburn is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 14 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Massachusetts range from $44 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 $176.
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 Toyota of Auburn
Auburn, MA
$59 below the Massachusetts average
No mandatory add-ons · 14 verified quotes
See the quotesPatrick Volvo Cars Auburn
Auburn, MA
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesHerb Chambers Lincoln of Norwood
Norwood, MA
$59 below the Massachusetts average
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesEz Cars Motors
Auburn, MAAuburn, MA
Falmouth Toyota
Bourne, MABourne, MA
Albrecht of Westboro
Westboro, MAWestboro, MA
Herb Chambers Lexus of Sharon
Sharon, MASharon, MA
Nucar Chevrolet of Norwood
Norwood, MANorwood, MA
Kelly Nissan of Lynnfield
Lynnfield, MALynnfield, MA
Quirk Mazda
Quincy, MAQuincy, MA
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Highest Doc Fees in Massachusetts
These Massachusetts dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $558.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mckay Chevrolet | $1,495 | 11 |
| 2 | Automax Preowned | $995 | 6 |
| 3 | Balise Hyundai | $995 | 11 |
| 4 | Country Nissan | $982 | 3 |
| 5 | Country Hyundai | $982 | 5 |
| 6 | Empire Automotive Group | $969 | 3 |
| 7 | The Highline Group | $895 | 3 |
| 8 | Empire Ford of New Bedford | $895 | 15 |
| 9 | Imperial Ford | $810 | 3 |
| 10 | Rodman Ford | $799 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gary Rome Hyundai | F 52/100 | $799 | 4 |
| Audi Brookline | F 53/100 | — | 5 |
| Imperial Chevrolet | F 54/100 | — | 3 |
| Mastria GMC | D 60/100 | — | 6 |
| Mastria Cadillac | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Hiller Company Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Choice Auto Center | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Toyota of Braintree | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Mckay Chevrolet | D 65/100 | $1,495 | 11 |
| Balise Mazda | C 70/100 | $779 | 8 |
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: 89/100
Toyota
38 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Honda
30 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Chevrolet
26 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Ram
25 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Chrysler
24 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
Jeep
24 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
Dodge
22 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Subaru
20 dealers · Avg score: 92/100
Kia
18 dealers · Avg score: 92/100
Hyundai
18 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Nissan
14 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Mazda
14 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
GMC
14 dealers · Avg score: 74/100
Volkswagen
13 dealers · Avg score: 74/100
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Massachusetts Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Massachusetts?
As of October 2026, the average documentation fee in Massachusetts is $558, based on 1,515 verified out-the-door quotes from 424 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $154 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 $44 to $1,495.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Massachusetts?
Herb Chambers Toyota of Auburn in Auburn is the highest-rated dealer in Massachusetts with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 14 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. 364 of 503 rated Massachusetts dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.