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Southtowne

Newnan, GA·30 verified quotes*

Aug 4, 2025Apr 10, 2026· Score updated Apr 11, 2026

B
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Transparent Dealer
Score: 87.5/100
Add-on Rate
10%of quotes

Avg $495 when present

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Southtowne Review

Based on 30 verified OTD quotes from Aug 2025 to Apr 2026, Southtowne earns a Grade B (87.5/100). Their doc fee of $897 is $289 above the GA average ($608). When present, add-ons average $50, which is relatively low. Buyers who negotiated saved an average of $1,354.

Transparency Score Breakdown

Fee Transparency (30%)
71
Add-on Behavior (30%)
94
Price Accuracy (30%)
100
Data Quality (10%)
80
  • Doc fee ($897) is slightly above GA average ($829)
  • Average dealer add-ons of $495 when present
  • Fees average 1.1% above listing (~$385 on a $35k vehicle) — minimal

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$897
GA avg$829
National avg$400

Recent Quotes

Verified out-the-door prices from real transactions

14 vehicle transactions30 individual quotes

2025 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid

3 quotes
$23,982
$897doc fee$495add-onsSaved $1,336
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2026 Hyundai Kona

2 quotes
$28,354
$897doc feeNo add-onsSaved $1,788
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2026 Hyundai Tucson

New3 quotes
$36,498
$897doc feeNo add-onsSaved $1,809
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2026 Hyundai Elantra

$29,607
$897doc feeNo add-ons
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2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz

New2 quotes
$44,000
$897doc feeNo add-onsSaved $500
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2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz

Crew Cab PickupNew
$42,317
$897doc feeNo add-ons
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2023 GMC Sierra 1500

$53,841
$897doc feeNo add-ons
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2026 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid

New2 quotes
$51,131
$897doc feeNo add-ons
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2023 GMC Sierra 1500

Crew Cab PickupUsed3 quotes
$53,841
$897doc feeNo add-onsSaved $1,370
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2023 GMC Sierra 1500

Crew Cab Pickup
$53,841
$807doc feeNo add-ons
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Most Common Add-ons

1
southtowne connectavg $495
3 quotes

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Southtowne's doc fee?

Southtowne charges a typical documentation fee of $897. The GA average is $608. This is based on 30 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Southtowne add mandatory add-ons?

Southtowne adds an average of $50 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 Southtowne a good dealer?

Southtowne has a transparency score of 87.5/100, earning a Grade B. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 30 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 $497 above national average. Ask if they'll match competitors or reduce it.
  • Minor add-ons (~$50) may appear. Ask what's included and if they can be removed.
  • Dealer markup is only +1% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
  • 30 quotes analyzed. This score is based on solid data.
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