Best Car Dealers in Colorado
As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 610 of 1015 Colorado car dealers from 1,779 verified out-the-door quotes. Colorado's average doc fee is $622.
222 of 610 rated Colorado dealers earn an A · 293 earn a D or F
Data updated Oct 5, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Centennial State
Colorado's dealer grade: D
67/100 average transparency score
13th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 610 dealers with verified quotes.
CarEdge Certified dealers in Colorado
These dealers guarantee an all-in out-the-door price up front and no surprise add-ons.
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Transparency Leaderboard
View all 1015 dealers →Schomp MINI
Highlands Ranch, CO
$622 below the Colorado average
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesTranswest GMC Isuzu
Henderson, CO
$27 below the Colorado average
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesBerkenkotter Motors
Castle Rock, CO
$273 below the Colorado average
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesHeuberger Subaru
Colorado Springs, COColorado Springs, CO
Mercedes-Benz of Loveland
Loveland, COLoveland, CO
Pueblo Toyota
Pueblo, COPueblo, CO
Winslow BMW of Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, COColorado Springs, CO
Markley Honda
Fort Collins, COFort Collins, CO
Morehart Murphy Regional Auto Center
Durango, CODurango, CO
Town & Country Automall
Alamosa, COAlamosa, CO
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More Dealers in Colorado
Emich Volkswagen
Denver, CO · 6 verified quotes
Peak Kia Littleton
Denver, CO · 6 verified quotes
Peak Auto Sales
Colorado Springs, CO · 5 verified quotes
John Elway Chevrolet
Englewood, CO · 4 verified quotes
Mcdonald Mazda West
Lakewood, CO · 11 verified quotes
Honda of Greeley
Greeley, CO · 6 verified quotes
Maroone
Pueblo, CO · 6 verified quotes
Pedersen Toyota
Fort Collins, CO · 23 verified quotes
Emich Kia
Denver, CO · 16 verified quotes
Castle Rock Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Castle Rock, CO · 9 verified quotes
Larry H Miller Ford Lakewood
Lakewood, CO · 8 verified quotes
Autonation Toyota Arapahoe
Centennial, CO · 6 verified quotes
Red Noland Ineos Grenadier
Colorado Springs, CO · 5 verified quotes
Autonation Buick GMC Park Meadows
Lone Tree, CO · 4 verified quotes
Autonation Chrysler Jeep Broadway
Littleton, CO · 3 verified quotes
Fowler Kia of Windsor
Windsor, CO · 3 verified quotes
Ghent Chevrolet
Greeley, CO · 3 verified quotes
Mcdonald Nissan
Highlands Ranch, CO · 3 verified quotes
Mike Ward Infiniti
Highlands Ranch, CO · 3 verified quotes
Springs Automotive Group - Platte Ave
Colorado Springs, CO · 3 verified quotes
Colorado doc fee law
Colorado has no cap on dealer "D&H" (dealer handling) fees, though they must be included in the advertised price. Handling fees of $500 to $800 are common.
Colorado Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Colorado?
As of October 2026, the average documentation fee at 328 rated Colorado dealers is $622, based on 1,779 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. Colorado sets no legal cap on doc fees.
Who are the best car dealers in Colorado?
Schomp MINI, Transwest GMC Isuzu, Berkenkotter Motors lead the Colorado transparency rankings. 222 of 610 rated Colorado dealers earned an A grade for fair fees, minimal add-ons, and honest pricing.
How are Colorado 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 Colorado quotes are verified.
How Colorado compares to its neighbors
Average doc fees next door. Crossing a state line can change what the dealer charges.
Tips for Buying a Car in Colorado
- Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in Colorado is $622. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 77% of dealers in Colorado 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.