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Best Car Dealers in California

As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 1404 of 4772 California car dealers from 6,239 verified out-the-door quotes. California's average doc fee is $96.

692 of 1404 rated California dealers earn an A · 304 earn a D or F

Data updated Jul 8, 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 1404 dealers with verified quotes.

$96
Avg Doc Fee
57%
No Add-ons
76/100
Avg Score
6,239
Verified Quotes

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1st place
A
100/100

Manly Automotive Group

Santa Rosa, CA

$85doc fee

No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes

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2nd place
A
100/100

Autonation Subaru Carlsbad

Carlsbad, CA

$85doc fee

No mandatory add-ons · 10 verified quotes

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3rd place
A
100/100

Hyundai Of Glendale

Glendale, CA

$85doc fee

No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes

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4

Kia Santa Monica

Santa Monica, CA

A
5

BMW Of Santa Monica

Santa Monica, CA

A
6

Audi Napa Valley

Fairfield, CA

A
7

Mossy Nissan National City

National City, CA

A
8

Elk Grove Subaru

Elk Grove, CA

A
9

Elk Grove Toyota

Elk Grove, CA

A
10

Tustin Cadillac

Tustin, CA

A

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Cerritos, CA · 0 verified quotesLimited data

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Blackstone Toyota

Fresno, CA · 0 verified quotesLimited data

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0/100
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North County Ford

Vista, CA · 0 verified quotesLimited data

F
0/100
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Bimmer Motorsports

Los Angeles, CA · 0 verified quotesLimited data

F
0/100
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Big Valley Ford

Stockton, CA · 0 verified quotesLimited data

F
0/100
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Beverly Motors

Glendale, CA · 0 verified quotesLimited data

F
0/100
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Oc Auto Firm

Irvine, CA · 0 verified quotesLimited data

F
0/100
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Best Quality Auto Sales

Los Angeles, CA · 0 verified quotesLimited data

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Berkeley, CA · 0 verified quotesLimited data

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Santa Clara, CA · 0 verified quotesLimited data

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Long Beach, CA · 0 verified quotesLimited data

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0/100
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Orange, CA · 0 verified quotesLimited data

F
0/100
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Autostop Group

Los Angeles, CA · 0 verified quotesLimited data

F
0/100
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Auto Republic Fullerton

Fullerton, CA · 0 verified quotesLimited data

F
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Volkswagen Of Clovis

Clovis, CA · 0 verified quotesLimited data

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Dealers by City in California

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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 1404 rated California dealers is $96, based on 6,239 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?

Manly Automotive Group, Autonation Subaru Carlsbad, Hyundai Of Glendale lead the California transparency rankings. 692 of 1404 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
$454 more than California
Arizona
$531 avg doc fee
$435 more than California
Oregon
$180 avg doc fee
$84 more than California

Tips for Buying a Car in California

  • Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in California is $96. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Good news on add-ons: 57% 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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