Pennsylvania Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Pennsylvania? We analyzed 3,145 verified OTD quotes from 745 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of August 2026, the average doc fee at 576 rated Pennsylvania dealers is $468, $68 above the national average, based on 3,145 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Aug 17, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Keystone State
Pennsylvania's dealer grade: B
86/100 average transparency score
27th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Pennsylvania has the 27th-highest average doc fee of the 51 states we track, at $468.
- 543 of 745 rated Pennsylvania dealers earned an A for transparency; 82 earned a D or F.
- Genesis Of Conshohocken in Conshohocken is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 4 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Pennsylvania range from $5 to $1,675 — Mansfield Motors charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Pennsylvania is theft protection, appearing on 45% of itemized quotes at an average of $529.
Pennsylvania Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Pennsylvania
The most transparent dealers in Pennsylvania, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Genesis Of Conshohocken
Conshohocken, PA
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesGlanzmann Subaru
Hatboro, PA
No mandatory add-ons · 7 verified quotes
See the quotesWashington Honda
Washington, PA
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesAubrey Alexander Toyota Selinsgrove
Selinsgrove, PASelinsgrove, PA
Audi Mechanicsburg
Mechanicsburg, PAMechanicsburg, PA
Tom Masano Ford
Reading, PAReading, PA
Team Kia
Johnstown, PAJohnstown, PA
Tasca Ford Dickson City
Dickson City, PADickson City, PA
Baglier Buick GMC
Butler, PAButler, PA
Sun Motor Cars BMW
Mechanicsburg, PAMechanicsburg, PA
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Highest Doc Fees in Pennsylvania
These Pennsylvania dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $468.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mansfield Motors | $1,037 | 6 |
| 2 | Starling Buick GMC Of Titusville | $995 | 9 |
| 3 | Gateway Kia Of Warrington | $956 | 8 |
| 4 | Colonial Hyundai | $703 | 13 |
| 5 | Toyota Of Allentown | $700 | 7 |
| 6 | Monroeville Kia | $670 | 5 |
| 7 | South Hills Lincoln | $670 | 7 |
| 8 | Fairfield Auto Group | $645 | 3 |
| 9 | Diehl Toyota Of Hermitage | $635 | 4 |
| 10 | Diehl Toyota Chevrolet Of Hermitage | $604 | 8 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Pennsylvania
These Pennsylvania dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audi West Chester | F 48/100 | $490 | 6 |
| Fred Beans Ford Of Doylestown | F 51/100 | $490 | 3 |
| Honesdale Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram | D 62/100 | $490 | 6 |
| Starling Buick GMC Of Titusville | D 67/100 | $995 | 9 |
| Mansfield Motors | C 73/100 | $1,037 | 6 |
| Chapman Phila Airport Automall | C 74/100 | $477 | 4 |
| Lancaster Mitsubishi | C 75/100 | $490 | 6 |
| John Sisson Mercedes-Benz | C 76/100 | $477 | 5 |
| Miracle Ford | C 78/100 | $0 | 3 |
| Carlisle Cadillac | C 78/100 | $477 | 3 |
Most Common Add-ons in Pennsylvania
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Pennsylvania, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Pennsylvania
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Pennsylvania?
Ford
89 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Toyota
56 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Chevrolet
53 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Hyundai
46 dealers · Avg score: 78/100
Honda
43 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Chrysler
39 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Jeep
37 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Mazda
36 dealers · Avg score: 75/100
Dodge
36 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Ram
36 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Kia
31 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
Subaru
28 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Nissan
26 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
GMC
23 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
BMW
20 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
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How Pennsylvania compares to its neighbors
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Pennsylvania Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Pennsylvania?
As of August 2026, the average documentation fee in Pennsylvania is $468, based on 3,145 verified out-the-door quotes from 576 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $68 above the $400 national average.
Which Pennsylvania dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Mansfield Motors charges the highest verified doc fee in Pennsylvania at $1,037. Doc fees across the state range from $5 to $1,675.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Pennsylvania?
Genesis Of Conshohocken in Conshohocken is the highest-rated dealer in Pennsylvania with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 4 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Pennsylvania?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Pennsylvania dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 543 of 745 rated Pennsylvania dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.