New York Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in New York? We analyzed 2,385 verified OTD quotes from 817 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of November 2026, the average doc fee at 604 rated New York dealers is $198, $206 below the national average, based on 2,385 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Nov 7, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Empire State
New York's dealer grade: B
82/100 average transparency score
49th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- New York has the 49th-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $198.
- 524 of 817 rated New York dealers earned an A for transparency; 223 earned a D or F.
- Acura of Huntington in Huntington is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 5 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in New York range from $75 to $1,670 — Port Jeff Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in New York is accessories, appearing on 38% of itemized quotes at an average of $750.
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).
Acura of Huntington
Huntington, NY
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesAudi Nyack
Nyack, NY
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesBay Ridge Auto Group
Brooklyn, NY
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesBay Ridge Honda
Brooklyn, NYBrooklyn, NY
Bay Ridge Subaru
Brooklyn, NYBrooklyn, NY
Bay Ridge Volkswagen
Brooklyn, NYBrooklyn, NY
Bayside Volkswagen
Bayside, NYBayside, NY
Bedford Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM
Bedford Hills, NYBedford Hills, NY
Bidleman Ford
Auburn, NYAuburn, NY
Biener Ford
Great Neck, NYGreat Neck, 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 $198.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Port Jeff Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM | $1,295 | 3 |
| 2 | Prestige Toyota | $999 | 3 |
| 3 | Ingersoll Auto of Pawling | $847 | 11 |
| 4 | Morris Ford | $795 | 4 |
| 5 | Autoworld Kia | $475 | 3 |
| 6 | Rye Subaru | $437 | 8 |
| 7 | Brewster Subaru | $374 | 21 |
| 8 | Fox Subaru | $280 | 6 |
| 9 | Northtown Mazda | $250 | 7 |
| 10 | Northtown Kia | $250 | 13 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Andy's Woodfield | F 54/100 | — | 3 |
| Meadowland GMC | F 54/100 | — | 3 |
| Acura of Valley Stream | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| BMW of Hudson Valley | D 60/100 | — | 9 |
| Williams Kia of Elmira | D 60/100 | — | 7 |
| Steet Toyota of Johnstown | D 60/100 | — | 5 |
| Burdick Ford | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Stoler Lexus | D 60/100 | — | 7 |
| Champion Maserati | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Crossroads Ford Ravena | D 60/100 | — | 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?
Ford
62 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Toyota
57 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Chevrolet
56 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Jeep
53 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Chrysler
51 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Dodge
51 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Ram
46 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Honda
44 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Subaru
43 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Hyundai
38 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
GMC
36 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Kia
36 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Volkswagen
32 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Nissan
30 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
Mazda
25 dealers · Avg score: 94/100
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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 November 2026, the average documentation fee in New York is $198, based on 2,385 verified out-the-door quotes from 604 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $206 below the $404 national average.
Which New York dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Port Jeff Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM charges the highest verified doc fee in New York at $1,295. Doc fees across the state range from $75 to $1,670.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in New York?
Acura of Huntington in Huntington is the highest-rated dealer in New York with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 5 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. 524 of 817 rated New York dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.