Balise Mazda

Name: BALISE MAZDA
Address: 733 East Columbus Avenue, Springfield, MA, 01105, US
Telephone: 413-306-3036
Price range: Doc Fee: $779
Rating: 3.3

Springfield, MA6 verified quotes*These quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.Data: Sep 18, 2025 - Sep 22, 2025Claim this page

66.8/100

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Doc FeeA documentation fee (doc fee) covers the dealer's cost for processing paperwork. It's legally required to be the same for all customers at a given dealership. In most states, this fee is negotiable.

$779

Avg Add-onsDealer add-ons are optional products like paint protection, window tinting, or anti-theft devices. These are often marked up significantly and can usually be declined or negotiated.

$739

Dealer MarkupThe percentage the dealer adds above the listing price in fees (doc fee, add-ons, and other charges). Taxes and government fees are excluded. Lower is better.

+0.0%

Transparency Score BreakdownOur transparency score (0-100) measures how upfront dealers are about pricing. Higher scores mean lower doc fees, fewer add-ons, and prices closer to what's advertised.

Fee Transparency (30%)Measures doc fee fairness. Dealers charging at or below $499 score highest. Fees above $1,500 score lowest. Doc fees are the same for every customer at a dealership.70

Add-on Behavior (30%)Measures how often the dealer adds extra products to deals. Dealers who rarely push add-ons or keep them minimal score highest.30

Dealer Markup (30%)Measures dealer-controlled fees above the listed price, excluding taxes and title fees. Dealers with minimal markup score highest.100

Data Quality (10%)Measures how complete the pricing data is in our records. More complete data = more reliable scores.67

✓Doc fee ($779) is $320 above MA average ($459)
✓Average dealer add-ons of $739 when present
✓Dealer markup averages 0.0% above listing (excellent — minimal fees beyond the vehicle price)

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$779

MA avg$459

National avg$398

Recent QuotesThese quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.

Vehicle	Final PriceOut-the-door (OTD) price is the total amount you'll pay, including the vehicle price, taxes, fees, and any add-ons. This is the number that matters when comparing deals.	SavingsThe difference between the first quote and final quote for the same vehicle. Shows how much was saved through negotiation.	Doc FeeA documentation fee (doc fee) covers the dealer's cost for processing paperwork. It's legally required to be the same for all customers at a given dealership. In most states, this fee is negotiable.	Add-onsDealer add-ons are optional products like paint protection, window tinting, or anti-theft devices. These are often marked up significantly and can usually be declined or negotiated.	OTD
2025 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Premium Plus	$38,716	—	$779	$1,045	View
2025 Mazda CX-5 2.5 Turbo Premium Package	$42,006	—	$779	$790	View
2025 Mazda CX-5	$42,302	—	—	$690	View

2025 Mazda CX-5

2.5 S Premium Plus

$38,716

Doc Fee$779

Add-ons$1,045

Savings—

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2025 Mazda CX-5

2.5 Turbo Premium Package

$42,006

Doc Fee$779

Add-ons$790

Savings—

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2025 Mazda CX-5

$42,302

Doc Fee—

Add-ons$690

Savings—

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Most Common Add-onsThe most frequently seen dealer add-ons at this dealer, based on itemized OTD quotes. Shows how often each add-on appears and the average price when present.

all weather floor matsavg $170

4 quotes

packages and optionsavg $612

3 quotes

black lug nuts & black wheel locksavg $225

3 quotes

roof rack, side rails & cross bars packageavg $750

1 quote

cargo mat, carpetavg $125

1 quote

wheel locksavg $75

1 quote

retractable cargo coveravg $250

1 quote

first aid kitavg $45

1 quote

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Balise Mazda's doc fee?

Balise Mazda charges a typical documentation fee of $779. The MA average is $482. This is based on 6 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Balise Mazda add mandatory add-ons?

Balise Mazda adds an average of $739 in dealer add-ons when present. Ask for an itemized breakdown and negotiate to remove non-essential items like paint protection, nitrogen tire fill, or VIN etching.

Is Balise Mazda a good dealer?

Balise Mazda has a transparency score of 66.8/100, earning a Grade D. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 6 verified OTD quotes. This is below average. Consider getting quotes from other dealers in the area for comparison.

At a Glance

Minimal dealer markup above listing price

Doc fee ($779) is well above average ($482)

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Tips for Balise Mazda

💰Doc fee is $381 above national average. Ask if they'll match competitors or reduce it.
⚠️Expect ~$739 in add-ons. Items like "dealer accessories," paint protection, and theft deterrent are typically negotiable.
✅Dealer markup is only +0% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.

Data Summary

Total Quotes: 6
Recent (12mo): 6
Complete Data: 4

What to Expect

When shopping at Balise Mazda:

Expect a doc fee around $779
Add-ons may total around $739
OTD price is typically 0-1% above listing

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