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Best Car Dealers in California

As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 1387 of 4772 California car dealers from 6,199 verified out-the-door quotes. California's average doc fee is $101.

680 of 1387 rated California dealers earn an A · 304 earn a D or F

Data updated Jul 7, 2026 · How we score dealers

The Golden State

California's dealer grade: C

76/100 average transparency score

52nd highest doc fees in the U.S.

Based on 1387 dealers with verified quotes.

$101
Avg Doc Fee
56%
No Add-ons
76/100
Avg Score
6,199
Verified Quotes

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1st place
A
100/100

Valencia BMW

Santa Clarita, CA

$85doc fee

No mandatory add-ons · 12 verified quotes

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2nd place
A
100/100

Bob Smith BMW

Calabasas, CA

$85doc fee

No mandatory add-ons · 7 verified quotes

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3rd place
A
100/100

Bakersfield Mazda

Bakersfield, CA

$85doc fee

No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes

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4

Keyes Hyundai Of Mission Hills

Los Angeles, CA

A
5

Valley Kia

Fontana, CA

A
6

Simi Valley

Simi Valley, CA

A
7

Mercedes-Benz Of Long Beach

Signal Hill, CA

A
8

Kearny Mesa Hyundai

San Diego, CA

A
9

Sutherlin Subaru Huntington Beach

Huntington Beach, CA

A
10

Supreme Auto

Fair Oaks, CA

A

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California doc fee law

California caps dealer documentation fees at $85, one of the lowest limits in the country. If a California quote shows a higher "doc" or "processing" line item, question it — dealers there make their margin elsewhere, typically on add-ons and financing.

California Dealer FAQ

What is the average dealer doc fee in California?

As of July 2026, the average documentation fee at 1387 rated California dealers is $101, based on 6,199 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. State law caps California doc fees at approximately $85.

Who are the best car dealers in California?

Valencia BMW, Bob Smith BMW, Bakersfield Mazda lead the California transparency rankings. 680 of 1387 rated California dealers earned an A grade for fair fees, minimal add-ons, and honest pricing.

How are California dealers graded?

Each dealer is scored 0-100 from verified out-the-door price quotes: fee transparency (30%), add-on behavior (30%), price accuracy (30%), and data quality (10%). Grades update as new California quotes are verified.

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How California compares to its neighbors

Average doc fees next door. Crossing a state line can change what the dealer charges.

Nevada
$550 avg doc fee
$449 more than California
Arizona
$536 avg doc fee
$435 more than California
Oregon
$186 avg doc fee
$85 more than California

Tips for Buying a Car in California

  • Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in California is $101. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Good news on add-ons: 56% of dealers in California charge no mandatory add-ons.
  • Get multiple quotes: Request OTD quotes from at least 3 dealers to compare total prices, not just sticker prices.
  • Check transparency scores: Dealers with scores above 80 typically have fair doc fees and minimal add-ons.

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