Best Car Dealers in Maryland

As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 424 of 814 Maryland car dealers from 2,651 verified out-the-door quotes. Maryland's average doc fee is $785.

323 of 424 rated Maryland dealers earn an A · 47 earn a D or F

Data updated Oct 16, 2026 · How we score dealers

The Old Line State

Maryland's dealer grade: B

89/100 average transparency score

5th highest doc fees in the U.S.

Based on 424 dealers with verified quotes.

$785
Avg Doc Fee
71%
No Add-ons
89/100
Avg Score
2,651
Verified Quotes

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More Dealers in Maryland

Dawsons Auto & Cycle

Glen Burnie, MD · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$800doc feeNo add-ons
A
98/100
Highly transparent
See 1 verified quote →

Limitless Garage Inc

Rockville, MD · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$800doc feeNo add-ons
A
98/100
Highly transparent
See 1 verified quote →

Mckenzie Motors

Sykesville, MD · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$799doc feeNo add-ons
A
98/100
Highly transparent
See 1 verified quote →

Euro Motorcars Bethesda Mercedes-Benz

Bethesda, MD · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$799doc feeNo add-ons
A
97/100
Highly transparent
See 2 verified quotes →

Idrive Westminster

Westminster, MD · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$799doc feeNo add-ons
A
97/100
Highly transparent
See 2 verified quotes →

South Street Auto Sales

Frederick, MD · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$699doc feeNo add-ons
A
97/100
Highly transparent
See 2 verified quotes →

Gaithersburg Mazda

Gaithersburg, MD · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$799doc feeNo add-ons
A
95/100
Highly transparent
See 2 verified quotes →

Hertrich Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Elkton

Elkton, MD · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$799doc feeNo add-ons
A
95/100
Highly transparent
See 2 verified quotes →

Safford Toyota Glen Burnie

Glen Burnie, MD · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$799doc feeNo add-ons
A
95/100
Highly transparent
See 2 verified quotes →

Bowie Motor Co

Bowie, MD · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$799doc feeNo add-ons
A
95/100
Highly transparent
See 1 verified quote →

Integrity Auto Group

Westminster, MD · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$799doc feeNo add-ons
A
94/100
Highly transparent
See 2 verified quotes →

Sheehy GMC

Hagerstown, MD · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$989doc feeNo add-ons
A
94/100
Highly transparent
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Auction Auto Group

Mechanicsville, MD · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$699doc feeNo add-ons
A
93/100
Highly transparent
See 1 verified quote →

Vins Md

Baltimore, MD · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$995doc feeNo add-ons
A
93/100
Highly transparent
See 1 verified quote →

Direct Auto Access

Germantown, MD · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$800doc feeNo add-ons
A
92/100
Highly transparent
See 1 verified quote →

Hybrid & Gas Automotive Inc

Aberdeen, MD · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$799doc feeNo add-ons
A
92/100
Highly transparent
See 1 verified quote →

Criswell Chevrolet, Inc.

Gaithersburg, MD · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$800doc fee$20add-ons
A
91/100
Highly transparent
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Waldorf Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

Waldorf, MD · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$799doc fee$498add-ons
A
91/100
Highly transparent
See 2 verified quotes →

Safford Cdjrf Springfield

Oxon Hill, MD · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$949doc feeNo add-ons
A
90/100
Highly transparent
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Keene

Jarrettsville, MD · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$800doc fee$448add-ons
B
89/100
Above average
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Maryland doc fee law

Maryland law caps dealer documentation fees at approximately $800. A doc fee above that level on a Maryland quote is worth challenging before you sign.

Maryland Dealer FAQ

What is the average dealer doc fee in Maryland?

As of October 2026, the average documentation fee at 386 rated Maryland dealers is $785, based on 2,651 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. State law caps Maryland doc fees at approximately $800.

Who are the best car dealers in Maryland?

Passport Mazda, Antwerpen Toyota, Passport Toyota lead the Maryland transparency rankings. 323 of 424 rated Maryland dealers earned an A grade for fair fees, minimal add-ons, and honest pricing.

How are Maryland 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 Maryland quotes are verified.

Tips for Buying a Car in Maryland

  • Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in Maryland is $785. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Good news on add-ons: 71% of dealers in Maryland 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.