New York Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in New York? We analyzed 2,008 verified OTD quotes from 634 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of August 2026, the average doc fee at 430 rated New York dealers is $216, $184 below the national average, based on 2,008 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Aug 16, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Empire State
New York's dealer grade: B
80/100 average transparency score
47th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- New York has the 47th-highest average doc fee of the 51 states we track, at $216.
- 399 of 634 rated New York dealers earned an A for transparency; 109 earned a D or F.
- Healey Brothers Ford in Poughkeepsie is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 6 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in New York range from $14 to $1,775 — Green Brook Buick GMC Chevrolet charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in New York is accessories, appearing on 39% of itemized quotes at an average of $768.
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).
Healey Brothers Ford
Poughkeepsie, NY
$41 below the New York average
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesHabberstad BMW
Bay Shore, NY
$129 below the New York average
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesWest Herr Toyota Of Canandaigua
Canandaigua, NY
$41 below the New York average
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesWest Herr Kia
Orchard Park, NYOrchard Park, NY
West Herr Chevrolet Of Williamsville
Williamsville, NYWilliamsville, NY
Audi Brooklyn
Brooklyn, NYBrooklyn, NY
Volvo Cars Of Queens
Queens, NYQueens, NY
Audi Nyack
Nyack, NYNyack, NY
Volvo Cars Manhattan
New York, NYNew York, NY
Volkswagen Of Nanuet
Nanuet, NYNanuet, 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 $216.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Green Brook Buick GMC Chevrolet | $999 | 6 |
| 2 | Prestige Toyota | $999 | 3 |
| 3 | Metro Honda | $799 | 9 |
| 4 | Morris Ford | $795 | 3 |
| 5 | Colonial Subaru | $699 | 14 |
| 6 | Liacars.Com | $699 | 3 |
| 7 | Lia Toyota Rockland | $699 | 5 |
| 8 | Autoworld Kia | $689 | 5 |
| 9 | Luxury Auto Group | $652 | 10 |
| 10 | Burlington Hyundai | $599 | 4 |
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 43/100 | $799 | 9 |
| Luxury Auto Group | F 52/100 | $652 | 10 |
| Burlington Hyundai | F 55/100 | $599 | 4 |
| Dch Wappingers Falls Toyota | D 67/100 | $175 | 6 |
| Della Honda In Plattsburgh | C 70/100 | $175 | 4 |
| Jaguar Land Rover Albany | C 72/100 | $175 | 5 |
| Prestige Toyota | C 74/100 | $999 | 3 |
| Jamestown Honda | C 76/100 | $0 | 8 |
| Generation Buick GMC | C 76/100 | $175 | 3 |
| Lia Toyota Rockland | C 76/100 | $699 | 5 |
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
52 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Ford
44 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Honda
41 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
Hyundai
38 dealers · Avg score: 71/100
Chevrolet
37 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Kia
37 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
Jeep
33 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Subaru
32 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Chrysler
31 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Dodge
30 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
GMC
29 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
Ram
27 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Nissan
22 dealers · Avg score: 68/100
Volkswagen
21 dealers · Avg score: 78/100
Mazda
18 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
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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 August 2026, the average documentation fee in New York is $216, based on 2,008 verified out-the-door quotes from 430 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $184 below the $400 national average.
Which New York dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Green Brook Buick GMC Chevrolet charges the highest verified doc fee in New York at $999. Doc fees across the state range from $14 to $1,775.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in New York?
Healey Brothers Ford in Poughkeepsie is the highest-rated dealer in New York with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 6 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. 399 of 634 rated New York dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.