Southtowne

AL21 verified quotes*These quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.Data: Aug 4, 2025 - Dec 29, 2025Claim this page

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Transparent Dealer

Score: 92.4/100

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.

$897

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.

$1,136

Southtowne Data-Driven Review

Based on 21 verified OTD quotes collected between Aug 2025 and Dec 2025, Southtowne earns a Grade A transparency score of 92.4/100. Their doc fee of $897 is $254 above the AL average ($643). Buyers who negotiated saved an average of $1,136.

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.75

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.100

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 ($897) is $408 above AL average ($489)
✓No mandatory dealer add-ons detected
✓Dealer markup averages 0.0% above listing (excellent — minimal fees beyond the vehicle price)

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$897

AL avg$489

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
2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz	$44,000	$500	$897	None	View
2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz Crew Cab Pickup	$42,317	—	$897	None	View
2023 GMC Sierra 1500	$53,841	—	$897	None	View
2026 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid	$51,131	—	$897	None	View
2023 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew Cab Pickup	$53,841	$1,370	$897	None	View
2023 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew Cab Pickup	$53,841	—	$807	None	View
2026 Hyundai Tucson	$44,490	$1,605	$897	None	View
2025 GMC HUMMER EV Pickup Crew Cab Pickup	$74,605	$1,070	$897	None	View
2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid	$45,964	—	$897	None	View
2023 Nissan Kicks	$22,532	—	$897	None	View

What is Southtowne's doc fee?

Southtowne charges a typical documentation fee of $897. The AL average is $643. This is based on 21 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Is Southtowne a good dealer?

Southtowne has a transparency score of 92.4/100, earning a Grade A. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 21 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.

At a Glance

Minimal dealer markup above listing price

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Tips for Southtowne

💰Doc fee is $499 above national average. Ask if they'll match competitors or reduce it.
⭐A-rated dealer! Focus on vehicle price negotiation—fees are already competitive.
👍This dealer typically doesn't add mandatory dealer add-ons. That's a good sign of transparency.
✅Dealer markup is only +0% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.

Data Summary

Total Quotes: 21
Recent (12mo): 21
Complete Data: 21

What to Expect

When shopping at Southtowne:

Expect a doc fee around $897
OTD price is typically 0-1% above listing

How are scores calculated?Learn about our methodology →

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