Rhode Island Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Rhode Island? We analyzed 100 verified OTD quotes from 27 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of July 2026, the average doc fee at 27 rated Rhode Island dealers is $378, $22 below the national average, based on 100 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Jul 7, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Ocean State
Rhode Island's dealer grade: B
84/100 average transparency score
31st highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Rhode Island has the 31st-highest average doc fee of the 53 states we track, at $378.
- 20 of 27 rated Rhode Island dealers earned an A for transparency; 4 earned a D or F.
- Paul Masse Buick GMC South Inc in South Kingstown is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 3 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Rhode Island range from $0 to $799 — Saccucci Honda charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Rhode Island is cargo accessories, appearing on 57% of itemized quotes at an average of $271.
Rhode Island Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Rhode Island
The most transparent dealers in Rhode Island, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Paul Masse Buick GMC South Inc
South Kingstown, RI
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesTasca Ford Mazda Lincoln Volvo
Cranston, RI
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesToyota Of Smithfield
Smithfield, RI
No mandatory add-ons · 11 verified quotes
See the quotesGrieco Honda
Johnston, RIJohnston, RI
Saccucci Honda
Middletown, RIMiddletown, RI
Tasca
Cranston, RICranston, RI
Viti Mercedes-Benz
Tiverton, RITiverton, RI
Flood Mazda
South Kingstown, RISouth Kingstown, RI
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Highest Doc Fees in Rhode Island
These Rhode Island dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $378.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Saccucci Honda | $420 | 11 |
| 2 | Tasca | $406 | 31 |
| 3 | Toyota Of Smithfield | $400 | 11 |
| 4 | Grieco Honda | $400 | 9 |
| 5 | Viti Mercedes-Benz | $400 | 5 |
| 6 | Tasca Ford Mazda Lincoln Volvo | $399 | 4 |
| 7 | Flood Mazda | $399 | 3 |
| 8 | Paul Masse Buick GMC South Inc | $379 | 3 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Rhode Island
These Rhode Island dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flood Mazda | C 78.9/100 | $399 | 3 |
| Viti Mercedes-Benz | A 95.5/100 | $400 | 5 |
| Tasca | A 99.1/100 | $406 | 31 |
| Saccucci Honda | A 99.2/100 | $420 | 11 |
| Toyota Of Smithfield | A 99.8/100 | $400 | 11 |
| Grieco Honda | A 99.8/100 | $400 | 9 |
| Tasca Ford Mazda Lincoln Volvo | A 99.9/100 | $399 | 4 |
| Paul Masse Buick GMC South Inc | A 100/100 | $379 | 3 |
Most Common Add-ons in Rhode Island
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Rhode Island, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Rhode Island
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How Rhode Island compares to its neighbors
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Rhode Island Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Rhode Island?
As of July 2026, the average documentation fee in Rhode Island is $378, based on 100 verified out-the-door quotes from 27 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $22 below the $400 national average.
Which Rhode Island dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Saccucci Honda charges the highest verified doc fee in Rhode Island at $420. Doc fees across the state range from $0 to $799.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Rhode Island?
Paul Masse Buick GMC South Inc in South Kingstown is the highest-rated dealer in Rhode Island with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 3 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Rhode Island?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Rhode Island dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 20 of 27 rated Rhode Island dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.