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Kia Of North Austin

Austin, TX14 verified quotes*These quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.Data: Sep 17, 2025 - Nov 28, 2025Claim this page
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Transparent Dealer
Score: 83.8/100
Shop Inventory512-765-9475Website
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.
$225
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.
$2,405
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%
Avg NegotiatedThe difference between the first quote and final quote for the same vehicle. Shows how much was saved through negotiation.
$6,027

Kia Of North Austin Data-Driven Review

Based on 14 verified OTD quotes collected between Sep 2025 and Nov 2025, Kia Of North Austin earns a Grade B transparency score of 83.8/100. Their typical doc fee of $225 is close to the TX average ($184). Add-ons average $2,405 when present — ask for an itemized breakdown. Buyers who negotiated saved an average of $6,027.

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.96
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.50
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.100
  • ✓Doc fee ($225) is slightly above TX average ($150)
  • ✓Average dealer add-ons of $2,405 when present
  • ✓Dealer markup averages 0.0% above listing (excellent — minimal fees beyond the vehicle price)

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$225
TX avg$150
National avg$398

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

2025 Kia Telluride

$52,555
Doc Fee$225
Add-onsNone
Savings$3,336
View Original OTD Quote

2015 Lexus RX 350

$13,124
Doc Fee$225
Add-onsNone
Savings$8,717
View Original OTD Quote

2025 Kia Niro

Sport Utility

$38,392
Doc Fee$225
Add-ons$2,585
Savings—
View Original OTD Quote

2024 Toyota Venza

$42,699
Doc Fee$225
Add-ons$1,989
Savings—
View Original OTD Quote

2023 Lexus RZ

$39,517
Doc Fee$225
Add-ons$1,989
Savings—
View Original OTD Quote

2025 Kia Telluride

$53,523
Doc Fee$225
Add-onsNone
Savings—
View Original OTD Quote

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.

1
perma plateavg $852
7 quotes
2
tintavg $696
6 quotes
3
lojackavg $728
6 quotes
4
escavg $3,995
2 quotes
5
lifetime oilavg $1,295
2 quotes
6
total accessoriesavg $2,285
1 quote
7
total service contractavg $5,290
1 quote
8
gapavg $995
1 quote

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kia Of North Austin's doc fee?

Kia Of North Austin charges a typical documentation fee of $225. The TX average is $184. This is based on 14 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Kia Of North Austin add mandatory add-ons?

Kia Of North Austin adds an average of $2,405 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 Kia Of North Austin a good dealer?

Kia Of North Austin has a transparency score of 83.8/100, earning a Grade B. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 14 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.

At a Glance

Minimal dealer markup above listing price
High add-ons averaging $2,405
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Tips for Kia Of North Austin

  • 🚨This dealer often adds $2,405 in dealer add-ons. Request a quote WITHOUT any add-ons upfront. These are almost always removable.
  • ✅Dealer markup is only +0% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.

Data Summary

Total Quotes
14
Recent (12mo)
14
Complete Data
14

What to Expect

When shopping at Kia Of North Austin:

  • Expect a doc fee around $225
  • Add-ons may total around $2,405
  • OTD price is typically 0-1% above listing
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