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Hilltop

Richmond, CA·16 verified quotes*

Nov 28, 2025Apr 7, 2026· Score updated Apr 11, 2026

A
CarEdgeVerified
Transparent Dealer
Score: 97/100
Doc Fee
$85

CA caps at $85

Add-on Rate
6%of quotes

Avg $999 when present

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Hilltop Review

Based on 16 verified OTD quotes from Nov 2025 to Apr 2026, Hilltop earns a Grade A (97/100). Their typical doc fee of $85 is at or below the CA average. When present, add-ons average $62, which is relatively low. Buyers who negotiated saved an average of $1,751.

Transparency Score Breakdown

Fee Transparency (30%)
100
Add-on Behavior (30%)
96
Price Accuracy (30%)
100
Data Quality (10%)
81
  • Doc fee ($85) is at or below CA average ($101)
  • Average dealer add-ons of $999 when present
  • Price accuracy is excellent — quotes closely match advertised prices

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$85
CA avg$101
National avg$400

Recent Quotes

Verified out-the-door prices from real transactions

9 vehicle transactions16 individual quotes

2026 Kia NIRO

EXNew
$35,279
doc fee$999add-ons
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2026 Kia EV9

LAND
$66,765
$85doc feeNo add-ons
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2025 Ford MUSTANG MACH-E

PREMIUMNew
$46,330
doc feeNo add-ons
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2026 Kia SORENTO S

3 quotes
$39,211
$85doc feeNo add-ons
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2026 Kia SORENTO S

SNew
$41,211
$85doc feeNo add-ons
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2026 Kia Sorento S

$41,211
$85doc feeNo add-ons
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2025 Kia SORENTO HYBRID EX

New
$42,120
$85doc feeNo add-ons
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2025 Kia SPORTAGE

X-PRO PRESTIGE2 quotes
$39,335
$85doc feeNo add-ons
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2025 Kia TELLURIDE

LXNew5 quotes
$38,999
$85doc feeNo add-onsSaved $1,751
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Most Common Add-ons

1
theft protectionavg $999
1 quote

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hilltop's doc fee?

Hilltop charges a typical documentation fee of $85. The CA average is $499. This is based on 16 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Hilltop add mandatory add-ons?

Hilltop adds an average of $62 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 Hilltop a good dealer?

Hilltop has a transparency score of 97/100, earning a Grade A. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 16 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.

At a Glance

Doc fee ($85) is at or below average
Minimal dealer markup above listing price
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Tips for Hilltop

  • Minor add-ons (~$62) may appear. Ask what's included and if they can be removed.
  • A-rated dealer! Focus on vehicle price negotiation—fees are already competitive.
  • Doc fee ($85) is at or below national average. One less thing to negotiate.
  • Dealer markup is about 6% below listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps fees very low.
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