Best Car Dealers in Florida

As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 1540 of 4244 Florida car dealers from 7,760 verified out-the-door quotes. Florida's average doc fee is $971.

768 of 1540 rated Florida dealers earn an A · 365 earn a D or F

Data updated Oct 20, 2026 · How we score dealers

The Sunshine State

Florida's dealer grade: C

79/100 average transparency score

1st highest doc fees in the U.S.

Based on 1540 dealers with verified quotes.

$971
Avg Doc Fee
66%
No Add-ons
79/100
Avg Score
7,760
Verified Quotes

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Florida doc fee law

Florida sets no cap on dealer fees, and it shows: Florida doc fees are among the highest in the nation, with "dealer fee," "electronic filing fee," and "prep" lines that can stack past $1,000. Florida law does require the fee to be disclosed and charged to all customers — so negotiate the out-the-door price, not the fee line.

Florida Dealer FAQ

What is the average dealer doc fee in Florida?

As of October 2026, the average documentation fee at 1232 rated Florida dealers is $971, based on 7,760 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. Florida sets no legal cap on doc fees.

Who are the best car dealers in Florida?

Mullinax Ford of Vero Beach, Veterans Ford, Subaru of Naples lead the Florida transparency rankings. 768 of 1540 rated Florida dealers earned an A grade for fair fees, minimal add-ons, and honest pricing.

How are Florida 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 Florida quotes are verified.

How Florida 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 Florida

  • Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in Florida is $971. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Good news on add-ons: 66% of dealers in Florida 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.