New Mexico Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in New Mexico? We analyzed 349 verified OTD quotes from 186 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of November 2026, the average doc fee at 87 rated New Mexico dealers is $381, $23 below the national average, based on 349 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Nov 8, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Land of Enchantment
New Mexico's dealer grade: D
64/100 average transparency score
36th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- New Mexico has the 36th-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $381.
- 62 of 186 rated New Mexico dealers earned an A for transparency; 106 earned a D or F.
- Group 1 Toyota Albuquerque in Albuquerque is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 15 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in New Mexico range from $2 to $1,419 — Infiniti of Albuquerque charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in New Mexico is accessories, appearing on 34% of itemized quotes at an average of $1,594.
New Mexico Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in New Mexico
The most transparent dealers in New Mexico, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Group 1 Toyota Albuquerque
Albuquerque, NM
No mandatory add-ons · 15 verified quotes
See the quotesLexus of Albuquerque
Albuquerque, NM
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesSubaru of Santa Fe
Santa Fe, NM
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesMelloy Dodge RAM Fiat
Albuquerque, NMAlbuquerque, NM
Honda of Santa Fe
Santa Fe, NMSanta Fe, NM
Richland Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM
Roswell, NMRoswell, NM
Amigo Toyota
Gallup, NMGallup, NM
Sierra Blanca Motors LLC
Ruidoso, NMRuidoso, NM
Casa Honda Las Cruces
Las Cruces, NMLas Cruces, NM
Chalmers Ford
Albuquerque, NMAlbuquerque, NM
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Highest Doc Fees in New Mexico
These New Mexico dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $381.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Infiniti of Albuquerque | $699 | 4 |
| 2 | University Volkswagen Mazda | $699 | 6 |
| 3 | Santa Fe Mazda | $699 | 12 |
| 4 | Casa Honda Las Cruces | $499 | 4 |
| 5 | Fiesta Subaru | $499 | 13 |
| 6 | Fiesta Hyundai | $499 | 5 |
| 7 | Fiesta Volkswagen | $499 | 3 |
| 8 | Viva Toyota of Las Cruces | $499 | 7 |
| 9 | Tillery Chevrolet | $449 | 3 |
| 10 | Casa Toyota Nm | $449 | 8 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in New Mexico
These New Mexico dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Webb Toyota | F 48/100 | — | 3 |
| Viva Toyota of Las Cruces | F 50/100 | $499 | 7 |
| Hamilton Toyota | F 54/100 | — | 3 |
| Bravo Cadillac-Las Cruces | F 56/100 | — | 4 |
| United Auto Group | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Larry H Miller American Toyota Albuquerque | D 60/100 | — | 7 |
| Toyota of Santa Fe | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Drive Melloy Honda | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Power Ford | D 60/100 | — | 8 |
| Fiesta Volkswagen | D 61/100 | $499 | 3 |
Most Common Add-ons in New Mexico
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in New Mexico, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in New Mexico
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in New Mexico?
Toyota
12 dealers · Avg score: 74/100
Ford
12 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Chevrolet
11 dealers · Avg score: 70/100
Dodge
9 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Ram
9 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
GMC
8 dealers · Avg score: 72/100
Chrysler
8 dealers · Avg score: 74/100
Jeep
8 dealers · Avg score: 74/100
Hyundai
7 dealers · Avg score: 63/100
Honda
6 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Kia
5 dealers · Avg score: 59/100
Fiat
4 dealers · Avg score: 66/100
Mercedes-Benz
4 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Volkswagen
4 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Nissan
3 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
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How New Mexico compares to its neighbors
Average doc fees next door. Crossing a state line can change what the dealer charges.
New Mexico Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in New Mexico?
As of November 2026, the average documentation fee in New Mexico is $381, based on 349 verified out-the-door quotes from 87 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $23 below the $404 national average.
Which New Mexico dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Infiniti of Albuquerque charges the highest verified doc fee in New Mexico at $699. Doc fees across the state range from $2 to $1,419.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in New Mexico?
Group 1 Toyota Albuquerque in Albuquerque is the highest-rated dealer in New Mexico with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 15 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in New Mexico?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a New Mexico dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 62 of 186 rated New Mexico dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.