Pennsylvania Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Pennsylvania? We analyzed 2,278 verified OTD quotes from 556 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of July 2026, the average doc fee at 556 rated Pennsylvania dealers is $437, $37 above the national average, based on 2,278 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Jul 6, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Keystone State
Pennsylvania's dealer grade: B
87/100 average transparency score
28th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Pennsylvania has the 28th-highest average doc fee of the 53 states we track, at $437.
- 401 of 556 rated Pennsylvania dealers earned an A for transparency; 55 earned a D or F.
- Lancaster County Subaru in Lancaster is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 6 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Pennsylvania range from $0 to $1,675 — Starling Buick GMC Of Titusville charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Pennsylvania is theft protection, appearing on 43% of itemized quotes at an average of $422.
Pennsylvania Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Pennsylvania
The most transparent dealers in Pennsylvania, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Lancaster County Subaru
Lancaster, PA
$40 above the Pennsylvania average
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesConcordville Subaru
Glen Mills, PA
$40 above the Pennsylvania average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesKoch Toyota
Easton, PA
$40 above the Pennsylvania average
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesKen Pollock Nissan
Wilkes-Barre Township, PAWilkes-Barre Township, PA
Kenny Ross Subaru
North Huntingdon, PANorth Huntingdon, PA
Kenny Ross Ford
Adamsburg, PAAdamsburg, PA
C Harper CDJR Of Connellsville
Connellsville, PAConnellsville, PA
Tasca Ford Dickson City
Dickson City, PADickson City, PA
Washington Honda
Washington, PAWashington, PA
Coharper
Belle Vernon, PABelle Vernon, PA
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Highest Doc Fees in Pennsylvania
These Pennsylvania dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $437.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Starling Buick GMC Of Titusville | $995 | 9 |
| 2 | Gateway Kia Of Warrington | $833 | 7 |
| 3 | Colonial Hyundai | $745 | 11 |
| 4 | Toyota Of Allentown | $700 | 7 |
| 5 | Monroeville Kia | $670 | 5 |
| 6 | Fairfield Auto Group | $645 | 3 |
| 7 | BMW Of West Chester | $607 | 7 |
| 8 | Bergey'S Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram | $602 | 4 |
| 9 | Hamilton | $599 | 6 |
| 10 | Lancaster Kia | $545 | 10 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starling Buick GMC Of Titusville | D 68.3/100 | $995 | 9 |
| Chapman Phila Airport Automall | C 74.2/100 | $477 | 4 |
| Lancaster Mitsubishi | C 75.6/100 | $490 | 6 |
| John Sisson Mercedes-Benz | C 76/100 | $477 | 5 |
| Wyoming Valley BMW | C 78.8/100 | $484 | 4 |
| Fred Beans Acura Of Abington | C 79/100 | $477 | 3 |
| Kia Of Coatesville | C 79/100 | $477 | 14 |
| Toyota Of Erie | B 80.5/100 | $0 | 8 |
| #1 Cochran Mazda Monroeville | B 81.3/100 | $0 | 3 |
| Spitzer Acura | B 81.5/100 | $387 | 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
63 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Toyota
52 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Chevrolet
42 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Honda
37 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Hyundai
36 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Mazda
29 dealers · Avg score: 75/100
Subaru
26 dealers · Avg score: 75/100
Kia
23 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
GMC
22 dealers · Avg score: 78/100
Nissan
21 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Chrysler
21 dealers · Avg score: 93/100
Jeep
19 dealers · Avg score: 93/100
Ram
19 dealers · Avg score: 93/100
Dodge
18 dealers · Avg score: 92/100
Buick
17 dealers · Avg score: 75/100
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Pennsylvania Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Pennsylvania?
As of July 2026, the average documentation fee in Pennsylvania is $437, based on 2,278 verified out-the-door quotes from 556 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $37 above the $400 national average.
Which Pennsylvania dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Starling Buick GMC Of Titusville charges the highest verified doc fee in Pennsylvania at $995. Doc fees across the state range from $0 to $1,675.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Pennsylvania?
Lancaster County Subaru in Lancaster is the highest-rated dealer in Pennsylvania with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 6 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. 401 of 556 rated Pennsylvania dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.