C
70–79 · Average

Transparency Verdict

Koch Automotive earns a C.

Mixed early signals.

On the small number of verified deals we have so far, we saw some friction on fees or add-ons. Worth comparing other quotes before you commit.

Developing confidence — based on 4 verified out-the-door quotes · Easton, PA
Collected Jul 9, 2026Jul 9, 2026 · Updated Jul 26, 2026

Location

Easton, PA

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The full story

Why Koch Automotive earned this grade

Between July 2026 and July 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 4 verified deals with this dealership. We pulled the doc fee, the add-ons, and the gap between advertised and out-the-door price from each one. Then we graded them the way a friend in the business would: on the things that actually cost you money.

What they do well

2 things

Doc fee is genuinely reasonable

$368 is $106 below the PA average of $473. That's money you keep — most dealers in their market charge more.

Add-ons are the exception, not the rule

Only 25% of quotes include dealer-installed add-ons, averaging $360 when present. Most shoppers here never see them.

! Where to push back

1 thing

Listing price and real price disagree

Quoted prices run 10.3% above the advertised listing — roughly $3,605 extra on a $35k vehicle. That's a pattern, not a rounding error.

TipThis dealer's listing price is a marketing number, not a real one. Don't anchor to it — anchor to an out-the-door target.

4 verified OTD quotes from Koch Automotive

Real out-the-door worksheets, not reviews. Click “View Quote” on any row to see the price breakdown.

Recent Quotes

Verified out-the-door prices from real transactions

1 vehicle transaction4 individual quotes

2026 Toyota Sienna

XLE FWDNew4 quotes
$50,774
doc feeNo add-ons
View 4 Quotes →

Most Common Add-ons

1
wheel locksavg $90
1 quote
2
floor matsavg $270
1 quote

At a Glance

Doc fee ($368) is at or below average
High dealer markup (+10.3% above listing)

Tips for Koch Automotive

  • Dealer markup is 10% above listing (excluding taxes). Ask for an itemized breakdown — doc fees and add-ons may be negotiable.
  • Minor add-ons (~$90) may appear. Ask what's included and if they can be removed.
  • Doc fee ($368) is at or below national average. One less thing to negotiate.
  • Limited data (4 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
Live inventory

On the lot right now

Separate from the grade above — this is what's currently listed. Useful for spotting aging stock with room to negotiate.

Frequently Asked Questions

What fees does Koch Automotive charge?

Based on 4 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge, Koch Automotive charges a $368 documentation fee and averages $90 in dealer add-ons when present. Koch Automotive earns Transparency Grade C (72.3/100).

What is Koch Automotive's doc fee?

Koch Automotive charges a typical documentation fee of $368. The PA average is $473. This is based on 4 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Koch Automotive add mandatory add-ons?

Koch Automotive adds an average of $90 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 Koch Automotive a good dealer?

Koch Automotive has a transparency score of 72.3/100, earning a Grade C. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 4 verified OTD quotes. This is an average score. Compare with nearby dealers before making a decision.

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How we know this

Every number on this page came from a real deal.

Most dealer review sites scrape star ratings and count angry posts. We do the opposite. CarEdge shops for cars alongside thousands of real buyers every week — and when we negotiate on their behalf, we capture the full out-the-door breakdown the dealer sends back.

For Koch Automotive in Easton, PA, that has meant 4 verified OTD quotes logged into our database. Each one is a PDF, an email, or a screenshot showing the actual doc fee, the actual add-ons, and the actual final price — not a salesperson's promise.

Fee Transparency

30%

Is the doc fee reasonable, or is it just profit? We compare it against the state average — and the legal cap, where one exists.

Add-on Behavior

30%

How often does the dealer try to stick on paint protection, theft deterrent, or nitrogen tires? And when they do, how much do they cost you?

Price Accuracy

30%

Does the advertised listing price match what you'd actually sign for? We flag dealers whose out-the-door diverges from the listing.

Data Quality

10%

More data = more trustworthy grade. Dealers with lots of recent, complete quotes score higher for consistency.

The four numbers behind the grade

Weighted Score

The raw component scores — the math that led to C.

Fee Transparency (30%)
100
Add-on Behavior (30%)
85
Price Accuracy (30%)
39
Data Quality (10%)
50

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$368
PA avg$473
National avg$400

Pulled 4 quote records · Grades update as new data comes in · Dealers cannot pay to change their score.

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