Pennsylvania Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Pennsylvania? We analyzed 3,476 verified OTD quotes from 966 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of October 2026, the average doc fee at 782 rated Pennsylvania dealers is $482, $78 above the national average, based on 3,476 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Oct 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 52 states we track, at $482.
- 648 of 966 rated Pennsylvania dealers earned an A for transparency; 197 earned a D or F.
- C Harper CDJR of Connellsville in Connellsville is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 8 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Pennsylvania range from $5 to $1,675 — Koch 33 Mazda charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Pennsylvania is theft protection, appearing on 43% of itemized quotes at an average of $424.
Pennsylvania Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Pennsylvania
The most transparent dealers in Pennsylvania, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
C Harper CDJR of Connellsville
Connellsville, PA
No mandatory add-ons · 8 verified quotes
See the quotesCiocca Chevrolet
York, PA
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesCiocca Honda of Hanover
Hanover, PA
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesCiocca Honda of Harrisburg
Harrisburg, PAHarrisburg, PA
Ciocca Honda of York
York, PAYork, PA
Ciocca Hyundai of Hanover
Harrisburg, PAHarrisburg, PA
Ciocca Hyundai of Quakertown
Quakertown, PAQuakertown, PA
Ciocca Nissan of Quakertown
Quakertown, PAQuakertown, PA
Colussy Chevrolet
Bridgeville, PABridgeville, PA
Conicelli Honda
Conshohocken, PAConshohocken, PA
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Highest Doc Fees in Pennsylvania
These Pennsylvania dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $482.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Koch 33 Mazda | $1,215 | 18 |
| 2 | Starling Buick GMC of Titusville | $995 | 5 |
| 3 | Koch 33 Volkswagen of Easton | $918 | 4 |
| 4 | Gateway Kia of Warrington | $911 | 7 |
| 5 | Colonial Hyundai | $845 | 9 |
| 6 | Mileone Autogroup | $800 | 11 |
| 7 | Hoffman Ford | $799 | 5 |
| 8 | Miracle Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram | $765 | 7 |
| 9 | Diehl Toyota of Hermitage | $722 | 4 |
| 10 | South Hills Lincoln | $670 | 6 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diehl of Moon | F 53/100 | — | 5 |
| Tony Domiano Chrysler Dodge Jeep | F 54/100 | — | 3 |
| Aubrey Alexander Toyota Selinsgrove | F 57/100 | — | 6 |
| Diehl Ford of Beaver | F 57/100 | — | 6 |
| Preston Honda | D 60/100 | — | 8 |
| Hanover Volkswagen | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Garnet Ford Chadds Ford | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Ferrari Philadelphia | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Diehl Toyota Chevrolet of Hermitage | D 60/100 | — | 8 |
| Toyota of Scranton | D 60/100 | — | 16 |
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
113 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Chevrolet
71 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Toyota
62 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Chrysler
51 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Jeep
50 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Honda
49 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Dodge
48 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Ram
47 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Hyundai
47 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Kia
40 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Nissan
38 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Mazda
36 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Subaru
33 dealers · Avg score: 93/100
GMC
33 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
Lincoln
21 dealers · Avg score: 78/100
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How Pennsylvania compares to its neighbors
Average doc fees next door. Crossing a state line can change what the dealer charges.
Pennsylvania Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Pennsylvania?
As of October 2026, the average documentation fee in Pennsylvania is $482, based on 3,476 verified out-the-door quotes from 782 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $78 above the $404 national average.
Which Pennsylvania dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Koch 33 Mazda charges the highest verified doc fee in Pennsylvania at $1,215. Doc fees across the state range from $5 to $1,675.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Pennsylvania?
C Harper CDJR of Connellsville in Connellsville is the highest-rated dealer in Pennsylvania with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 8 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. 648 of 966 rated Pennsylvania dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.