Best Car Dealers in Florida

As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 1522 of 4382 Florida car dealers from 7,465 verified out-the-door quotes. Florida's average doc fee is $973.

746 of 1522 rated Florida dealers earn an A · 369 earn a D or F

Data updated Oct 8, 2026 · How we score dealers

The Sunshine State

Florida's dealer grade: C

78/100 average transparency score

1st highest doc fees in the U.S.

Based on 1522 dealers with verified quotes.

$973
Avg Doc Fee
65%
No Add-ons
78/100
Avg Score
7,465
Verified Quotes

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Lexus of Winter Park

Winter Park, FL · 10 verified quotes

$995doc fee$867add-ons
B
87/100
Above average
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Delray Hyundai

Delray Beach, FL · 9 verified quotes

$899doc fee$887add-ons
B
87/100
Above average
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Group 1 Chevrolet Estero Bay

Estero, FL · 9 verified quotes

$985doc fee$442add-ons
B
87/100
Above average
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Dimmitt Cadillac of St. Petersburg

Pinellas Park, FL · 8 verified quotes

$1,189doc feeNo add-ons
B
87/100
Above average
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Hyundai of New Port Richey

New Port Richey, FL · 8 verified quotes

$1,199doc fee$361add-ons
B
87/100
Above average
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Beaver Mitsubishi

Saint Augustine, FL · 6 verified quotes

$999doc fee$864add-ons
B
87/100
Above average
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Napleton Volkswagen of Sanford

Sanford, FL · 6 verified quotes

$999doc fee$965add-ons
B
87/100
Above average
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Rc Hill Mitsubishi

Deland, FL · 6 verified quotes

$1,198doc fee$300add-ons
B
87/100
Above average
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BMW of Fort Walton Beach

Fort Walton Beach, FL · 5 verified quotes

$1,297doc fee$180add-ons
B
87/100
Above average
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BMW of Pompano Beach

Pompano Beach, FL · 5 verified quotes

$1,298doc fee$300add-ons
B
87/100
Above average
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Chiefland Ford

Chiefland, FL · 5 verified quotes

$784doc fee$773add-ons
B
87/100
Above average
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Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat of Fort Myers

Fort Myers, FL · 5 verified quotes

$1,198doc feeNo add-ons
B
87/100
Above average
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Crown Volvo Cars

St. Petersburg, FL · 5 verified quotes

$1,195doc feeNo add-ons
B
87/100
Above average
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Gettel Hyundai of Charlotte County

Punta Gorda, FL · 5 verified quotes

$1,299doc feeNo add-ons
B
87/100
Above average
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MINI of South Miami

Miami, FL · 5 verified quotes

$1,298doc fee$87add-ons
B
87/100
Above average
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Westshore Mazda

Tampa, FL · 5 verified quotes

$1,298doc fee$150add-ons
B
87/100
Above average
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City Kia of Greater Orlando

Orlando, FL · 4 verified quotes

$999doc fee$39add-ons
B
87/100
Above average
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Coconut Creek Mazda

Coconut Creek, FL · 4 verified quotes

$999doc feeNo add-ons
B
87/100
Above average
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Maus Nissan of Brooksville

Brooksville, FL · 4 verified quotes

$1,095doc fee$499add-ons
B
87/100
Above average
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Autonation Nissan Miami

Miami, FL · 3 verified quotes

$995doc fee$392add-ons
B
87/100
Above average
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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 1216 rated Florida dealers is $973, based on 7,465 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. 746 of 1522 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 $973. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Good news on add-ons: 65% 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.