New York Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in New York? We analyzed 2,346 verified OTD quotes from 824 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of October 2026, the average doc fee at 593 rated New York dealers is $214, $190 below the national average, based on 2,346 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Oct 18, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Empire State
New York's dealer grade: C
79/100 average transparency score
48th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- New York has the 48th-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $214.
- 483 of 824 rated New York dealers earned an A for transparency; 248 earned a D or F.
- Lincoln of Queens in Jamaica is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 3 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in New York range from $21 to $1,775 — Prestige Toyota charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in New York is accessories, appearing on 36% of itemized quotes at an average of $779.
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).
Lincoln of Queens
Jamaica, NY
$39 below the New York average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesLia Toyota of Rockland
Blauvelt, NY
$39 below the New York average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesLexus of Southampton
Southampton, NY
$39 below the New York average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesHealey Brothers Ford
Poughkeepsie, NYPoughkeepsie, NY
Healey Kia
Newburgh, NYNewburgh, NY
Honda of Staten Island
Staten Island, NYStaten Island, NY
Nissan City Port Chester
Port Chester, NYPort Chester, NY
New Country Lexus of Latham
Latham, NYLatham, NY
Hudson Valley Volkswagen
Wappingers Falls, NYWappingers Falls, NY
Mohawk Honda
Schenectady, NYSchenectady, 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 $214.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Prestige Toyota | $999 | 3 |
| 2 | Capital Indian Trail | $800 | 6 |
| 3 | Morris Ford | $795 | 4 |
| 4 | Luxury Auto Group | $724 | 9 |
| 5 | Colonial Subaru | $699 | 14 |
| 6 | Liacars.Com | $699 | 3 |
| 7 | Lia Toyota Rockland | $699 | 5 |
| 8 | Ingersoll Auto of Pawling | $694 | 10 |
| 9 | Burlington Hyundai | $599 | 3 |
| 10 | Empire Toyota of Huntington | $523 | 6 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz of Brooklyn | F 42/100 | — | 3 |
| Luxury Auto Group | F 50/100 | $724 | 9 |
| Williams Kia of Elmira | F 55/100 | — | 3 |
| Capital Indian Trail | F 58/100 | $800 | 6 |
| Island Acura | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| GMC Bedford Hills | D 60/100 | — | 6 |
| Empire Subaru of Huntington | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| East Hills Subaru of Sayville | D 60/100 | — | 4 |
| Smith Haven Mazda | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Darcars BMW of Mt. Kisco | D 60/100 | — | 4 |
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
60 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Ford
59 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Jeep
55 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Chrysler
53 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Chevrolet
51 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Dodge
51 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Ram
45 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Honda
41 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Hyundai
39 dealers · Avg score: 72/100
Kia
37 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Subaru
37 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
GMC
35 dealers · Avg score: 78/100
Nissan
30 dealers · Avg score: 75/100
Volkswagen
27 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Mazda
25 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
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How New York compares to its neighbors
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New York Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in New York?
As of October 2026, the average documentation fee in New York is $214, based on 2,346 verified out-the-door quotes from 593 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $190 below the $404 national average.
Which New York dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Prestige Toyota charges the highest verified doc fee in New York at $999. Doc fees across the state range from $21 to $1,775.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in New York?
Lincoln of Queens in Jamaica is the highest-rated dealer in New York with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 3 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. 483 of 824 rated New York dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.