New York Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in New York? We analyzed 1,369 verified OTD quotes from 429 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of July 2026, the average doc fee at 429 rated New York dealers is $179, $221 below the national average, based on 1,369 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Jul 6, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Empire State
New York's dealer grade: C
78/100 average transparency score
50th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- New York has the 50th-highest average doc fee of the 53 states we track, at $179.
- 268 of 429 rated New York dealers earned an A for transparency; 83 earned a D or F.
- Vision Kia East Rochester in East Rochester is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 7 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in New York range from $0 to $1,295 — Leadcar GMC Utica Service charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in New York is accessories, appearing on 46% of itemized quotes at an average of $1,976.
New York Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in New York
The most transparent dealers in New York, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Vision Kia East Rochester
East Rochester, NY
No mandatory add-ons · 7 verified quotes
See the quotesDestination Kia
Albany, NY
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesWest Herr Volkswagen
Bowmansville, NY
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesEast Hills Volkswagen Subaru Of Sayville
Sayville, NYSayville, NY
Tarrytown Honda
Tarrytown, NYTarrytown, NY
Suresky Hyundai
Goshen, NYGoshen, NY
Ferrari Of Long Island
Plainview, NYPlainview, NY
Subaru White Plains
Elmsford, NYElmsford, NY
Gault
Endicott, NYEndicott, NY
Saratoga Honda
Saratoga Springs, NYSaratoga Springs, NY
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Highest Doc Fees in New York
These New York dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $179.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Leadcar GMC Utica Service | $999 | 7 |
| 2 | Prestige Toyota | $845 | 3 |
| 3 | Metro Honda | $799 | 4 |
| 4 | Morris Ford | $795 | 3 |
| 5 | Autoworld Kia | $553 | 5 |
| 6 | Empire Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram | $357 | 3 |
| 7 | Brewster Subaru | $337 | 10 |
| 8 | Paragon Honda | $333 | 6 |
| 9 | Audi Manhattan | $294 | 6 |
| 10 | Fox Subaru | $280 | 23 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in New York
These New York dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metro Honda | F 30.2/100 | $799 | 4 |
| Jamestown Honda | D 62/100 | $57 | 7 |
| Luxury Auto Group | D 63.6/100 | $225 | 10 |
| Hempstead Ford | D 69.1/100 | $0 | 3 |
| Jaguar Land Rover Albany | C 71/100 | $175 | 5 |
| Mercedes-Benz Of Brooklyn | C 72/100 | $0 | 6 |
| Northtown Toyota | C 73.2/100 | $0 | 42 |
| South Shore Nissan | C 75.3/100 | $0 | 6 |
| Leadcar GMC Utica Service | C 76.4/100 | $999 | 7 |
| Prestige Toyota | C 77.7/100 | $845 | 3 |
Most Common Add-ons in New York
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in New York, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in New York
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in New York?
Toyota
42 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Honda
31 dealers · Avg score: 69/100
Ford
31 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Kia
30 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
Hyundai
28 dealers · Avg score: 64/100
Chevrolet
25 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Jeep
23 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Chrysler
22 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Dodge
20 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Nissan
19 dealers · Avg score: 64/100
Subaru
19 dealers · Avg score: 78/100
Ram
19 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
GMC
19 dealers · Avg score: 68/100
Mazda
16 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Buick
12 dealers · Avg score: 69/100
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How New York compares to its neighbors
Average doc fees next door. Crossing a state line can change what the dealer charges.
New York Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in New York?
As of July 2026, the average documentation fee in New York is $179, based on 1,369 verified out-the-door quotes from 429 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $221 below the $400 national average.
Which New York dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Leadcar GMC Utica Service charges the highest verified doc fee in New York at $999. Doc fees across the state range from $0 to $1,295.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in New York?
Vision Kia East Rochester in East Rochester is the highest-rated dealer in New York with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 7 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in New York?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a New York dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 268 of 429 rated New York dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.