Washington Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Washington? We analyzed 2,418 verified OTD quotes from 629 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of September 2026, the average doc fee at 502 rated Washington dealers is $209, $195 below the national average, based on 2,418 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Sep 8, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Evergreen State
Washington's dealer grade: B
83/100 average transparency score
48th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Washington has the 48th-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $209.
- 409 of 629 rated Washington dealers earned an A for transparency; 78 earned a D or F.
- Archibald's Inc in Kennewick is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 12 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Washington range from $14 to $899 — University Volkswagen charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Washington is theft protection, appearing on 38% of itemized quotes at an average of $695.
Washington Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Washington
The most transparent dealers in Washington, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Archibald's Inc
Kennewick, WA
No mandatory add-ons · 12 verified quotes
See the quotesArt Gamblin Motors
Enumclaw, WA
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesAudi Seattle
Seattle, WA
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesAudi Tacoma
Fife, WAFife, WA
Auto Connections Of Bellevue
Bellevue, WABellevue, WA
Bickford Motors, Inc.
Snohomish, WASnohomish, WA
Bill Korum's Puyallup Nissan
Puyallup, WAPuyallup, WA
BMW Northwest
Fife, WAFife, WA
Brooks Biddle Automotive
Bothell, WABothell, WA
Burien Nissan
Burien, WABurien, WA
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Highest Doc Fees in Washington
These Washington dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $209.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University Volkswagen | $726 | 3 |
| 2 | Wilder Honda You Can Count On Us | $533 | 3 |
| 3 | Sunset Auto Wholesale | $300 | 7 |
| 4 | Lee Peterson GMC Of Yakima | $290 | 4 |
| 5 | Monroe | $245 | 4 |
| 6 | Rairdon's Fiat Of Kirkland | $203 | 4 |
| 7 | Pierre Ford Of Lynnwood | $202 | 4 |
| 8 | Archibald's Inc | $200 | 12 |
| 9 | Art Gamblin Motors | $200 | 3 |
| 10 | Audi Seattle | $200 | 3 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Washington
These Washington dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motors Northwest | F 59/100 | $200 | 5 |
| Alan Webb Chevrolet | D 65/100 | $150 | 4 |
| Sound Ford Inc. | D 68/100 | $167 | 12 |
| Rairdon's Fiat Of Kirkland | D 68/100 | $203 | 4 |
| I-5 Toyota | C 70/100 | $200 | 4 |
| Renton Jeep Ram Dodge Chrysler Fiat | C 70/100 | $200 | 6 |
| Gene Pankey Motor Company | C 73/100 | $200 | 11 |
| Hyundai Of Yakima | C 76/100 | $200 | 3 |
| Karmart Nissan | C 76/100 | $200 | 3 |
| Foothills Toyota | C 77/100 | $14 | 14 |
Most Common Add-ons in Washington
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Washington, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Washington
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Washington?
Ford
38 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Chevrolet
34 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Toyota
30 dealers · Avg score: 90/100
Honda
26 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
Jeep
26 dealers · Avg score: 69/100
Dodge
25 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
Ram
24 dealers · Avg score: 75/100
Chrysler
23 dealers · Avg score: 75/100
GMC
21 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Subaru
20 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Hyundai
19 dealers · Avg score: 78/100
Nissan
17 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Volkswagen
14 dealers · Avg score: 78/100
Kia
14 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Mazda
13 dealers · Avg score: 93/100
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How Washington compares to its neighbors
Average doc fees next door. Crossing a state line can change what the dealer charges.
Washington Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Washington?
As of September 2026, the average documentation fee in Washington is $209, based on 2,418 verified out-the-door quotes from 502 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $195 below the $404 national average.
Which Washington dealers charge the highest doc fees?
University Volkswagen charges the highest verified doc fee in Washington at $726. Doc fees across the state range from $14 to $899.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Washington?
Archibald's Inc in Kennewick is the highest-rated dealer in Washington with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 12 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Washington?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Washington dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 409 of 629 rated Washington dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.