Washington Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Washington? We analyzed 2,098 verified OTD quotes from 551 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of August 2026, the average doc fee at 433 rated Washington dealers is $212, $192 below the national average, based on 2,098 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Aug 17, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Evergreen State
Washington's dealer grade: B
81/100 average transparency score
48th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Washington has the 48th-highest average doc fee of the 51 states we track, at $212.
- 336 of 551 rated Washington dealers earned an A for transparency; 86 earned a D or F.
- Evergreen Ford Lincoln in Issaquah is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 9 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Washington range from $14 to $899 — Wilder Honda You Can Count On Us charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Washington is theft protection, appearing on 38% of itemized quotes at an average of $702.
Washington Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Washington
The most transparent dealers in Washington, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Evergreen Ford Lincoln
Issaquah, WA
No mandatory add-ons · 9 verified quotes
See the quotesSubaru Of Puyallup
Puyallup, WA
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesGood
Renton, WA
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesGo Kia Renton
Renton, WARenton, WA
Speck Hyundai Of Tri-Cities
Kennewick, WAKennewick, WA
Speck Buick GMC Of Tri-Cities
Pasco, WAPasco, WA
Mccurley Dealerships
Pasco, WAPasco, WA
Wendle
Spokane, WASpokane, WA
Archibald's
Kennewick, WAKennewick, WA
Land Rover Spokane
Spokane, WASpokane, WA
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Highest Doc Fees in Washington
These Washington dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $212.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wilder Honda You Can Count On Us | $545 | 3 |
| 2 | Sunset Auto Wholesale | $300 | 7 |
| 3 | Lee Peterson Buick GMC Of Yakima | $290 | 4 |
| 4 | Monroe | $245 | 4 |
| 5 | Brotherton Cadillac Nw | $209 | 4 |
| 6 | Rairdon's Fiat Of Kirkland | $203 | 4 |
| 7 | Evergreen Ford Lincoln | $200 | 9 |
| 8 | Subaru Of Puyallup | $200 | 6 |
| 9 | Good | $200 | 5 |
| 10 | Go Kia Renton | $200 | 7 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alan Webb Chevrolet | D 65/100 | $150 | 4 |
| Sound Ford Inc. | D 68/100 | $160 | 10 |
| Motors Northwest | D 68/100 | $200 | 5 |
| Rairdon's Fiat Of Kirkland | D 68/100 | $203 | 4 |
| Renton Jeep Ram Dodge Chrysler Fiat | C 70/100 | $200 | 6 |
| I-5 Toyota | C 70/100 | $200 | 4 |
| Gene Pankey Motor Company | C 73/100 | $200 | 9 |
| Legend Auto Sales Burien | C 75/100 | $200 | 3 |
| Karmart Nissan | C 76/100 | $200 | 3 |
| Foothills Toyota | C 76/100 | $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
36 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Toyota
30 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Chevrolet
29 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Honda
24 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
GMC
21 dealers · Avg score: 72/100
Jeep
21 dealers · Avg score: 73/100
Subaru
19 dealers · Avg score: 72/100
Hyundai
19 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Dodge
19 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Chrysler
17 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Ram
17 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Nissan
16 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
Kia
13 dealers · Avg score: 72/100
Buick
12 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Mazda
12 dealers · Avg score: 94/100
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How Washington compares to its neighbors
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Washington Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Washington?
As of August 2026, the average documentation fee in Washington is $212, based on 2,098 verified out-the-door quotes from 433 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $192 below the $404 national average.
Which Washington dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Wilder Honda You Can Count On Us charges the highest verified doc fee in Washington at $545. Doc fees across the state range from $14 to $899.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Washington?
Evergreen Ford Lincoln in Issaquah is the highest-rated dealer in Washington with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 9 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. 336 of 551 rated Washington dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.