Rhode Island Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Rhode Island? We analyzed 156 verified OTD quotes from 56 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of November 2026, the average doc fee at 41 rated Rhode Island dealers is $393, $11 below the national average, based on 156 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Nov 7, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Ocean State
Rhode Island's dealer grade: B
84/100 average transparency score
34th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Rhode Island has the 34th-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $393.
- 37 of 56 rated Rhode Island dealers earned an A for transparency; 15 earned a D or F.
- Nucar Toyota of North Kingstown in North Kingstown is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 6 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Rhode Island range from $175 to $550 — BMW of Warwick charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Rhode Island is accessories, appearing on 30% of itemized quotes at an average of $797.
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).
Nucar Toyota of North Kingstown
North Kingstown, RI
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesToyota of Smithfield
Smithfield, RI
No mandatory add-ons · 8 verified quotes
See the quotesTasca Volvo Cars
Cranston, RI
No mandatory add-ons · 8 verified quotes
See the quotesBalise Honda of West Warwick
West Warwick, RIWest Warwick, RI
BMW of Newport
Middletown, RIMiddletown, RI
Paul Masse Buick GMC South Inc
Wakefield, RIWakefield, RI
Tasca Chevrolet
Woonsocket, RIWoonsocket, RI
Grieco Honda
Johnston, RIJohnston, RI
BMW of Warwick
Warwick, RIWarwick, RI
MINI of Warwick
Warwick, RIWarwick, 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 $393.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BMW of Warwick | $420 | 9 |
| 2 | MINI of Warwick | $420 | 4 |
| 3 | Saccucci Honda | $420 | 10 |
| 4 | Anchor Nissan | $420 | 3 |
| 5 | Nucar Toyota of North Kingstown | $400 | 6 |
| 6 | Toyota of Smithfield | $400 | 8 |
| 7 | Balise Honda of West Warwick | $400 | 5 |
| 8 | BMW of Newport | $400 | 3 |
| 9 | Grieco Honda | $400 | 7 |
| 10 | Lexus of Warwick | $400 | 4 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balise Chevrolet of Warwick | F 54/100 | — | 3 |
| Land Rover Warwick | B 85/100 | $400 | 5 |
| Westerly Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM | B 88/100 | $400 | 3 |
| Mercedes-Benz of Tiverton | A 90/100 | $400 | 5 |
| Flood Mazda | A 92/100 | $399 | 4 |
| Anchor Nissan | A 93/100 | $420 | 3 |
| Grieco Hyundai | A 94/100 | $400 | 5 |
| Flood Ford Lincoln | A 97/100 | $399 | 7 |
| Lexus of Warwick | A 97/100 | $400 | 4 |
| Tasca Mazda Cranston | A 98/100 | $399 | 6 |
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
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Rhode Island?
Toyota
5 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Volvo
3 dealers · Avg score: 100/100
Honda
3 dealers · Avg score: 100/100
GMC
3 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Ford
3 dealers · Avg score: 99/100
Chrysler
2 dealers · Avg score: 94/100
Dodge
2 dealers · Avg score: 94/100
Jeep
2 dealers · Avg score: 94/100
Ram
2 dealers · Avg score: 94/100
BMW
2 dealers · Avg score: 100/100
Buick
2 dealers · Avg score: 72/100
Chevrolet
2 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Volkswagen
2 dealers · Avg score: 99/100
Mazda
2 dealers · Avg score: 95/100
Kia
2 dealers · Avg score: 72/100
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How Rhode Island compares to its neighbors
Average doc fees next door. Crossing a state line can change what the dealer charges.
Rhode Island Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Rhode Island?
As of November 2026, the average documentation fee in Rhode Island is $393, based on 156 verified out-the-door quotes from 41 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $11 below the $404 national average.
Which Rhode Island dealers charge the highest doc fees?
BMW of Warwick charges the highest verified doc fee in Rhode Island at $420. Doc fees across the state range from $175 to $550.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Rhode Island?
Nucar Toyota of North Kingstown in North Kingstown is the highest-rated dealer in Rhode Island with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 6 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. 37 of 56 rated Rhode Island dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.