Best Car Dealers in Maryland

As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 426 of 817 Maryland car dealers from 2,656 verified out-the-door quotes. Maryland's average doc fee is $785.

324 of 426 rated Maryland dealers earn an A · 48 earn a D or F

Data updated Oct 17, 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 426 dealers with verified quotes.

$785
Avg Doc Fee
71%
No Add-ons
89/100
Avg Score
2,656
Verified Quotes

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More Dealers in Maryland

I.G. Burton Chevrolet of Berlin

Berlin, MD · 2 verified quotesLimited data

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
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Volvo Cars Silver Spring

Silver Spring, MD · 2 verified quotesLimited data

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
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Cars Plus

Fruitland, MD · 1 verified quoteLimited data

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
See 1 verified quote →

Criswell Chevrolet of Gaithersburg

Gaithersburg, MD · 1 verified quoteLimited data

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
See 1 verified quote →

Preston Ford Hurlock

Hurlock, MD · 1 verified quoteLimited data

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
See 1 verified quote →

Preston Ford of Denton

Denton, MD · 1 verified quoteLimited data

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
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Ramsey GMC

Chestertown, MD · 1 verified quoteLimited data

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
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Len Stoler Chevrolet

Westminster, MD · 2 verified quotesLimited data

No add-ons
F
55/100
Buyer beware
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Global Auto Outlet

Temple Hills, MD · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$800doc fee$2,995add-ons
F
49/100
Buyer beware
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Massey Hyundai

Hagerstown, MD · 1 verified quoteLimited data

No add-ons
F
49/100
Buyer beware
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Hagerstown Kia

Hagerstown, MD · 1 verified quoteLimited data

No add-ons
F
48/100
Buyer beware
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Prize Auto (Waldorf)

Waldorf, MD · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$799doc fee$1,795add-ons
F
48/100
Buyer beware
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Renn Kirby Frederick Auto

Frederick, MD · 1 verified quoteLimited data

No add-ons
F
48/100
Buyer beware
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Hampstead Preowned

Hampstead, MD · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$799doc fee$1,695add-ons
F
47/100
Buyer beware
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Apple Lincoln

Columbia, MD · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$250add-ons
F
42/100
Buyer beware
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Heritage Nissan of Frederick

Frederick, MD · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$899doc fee$4,390add-ons
F
40/100
Buyer beware
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National Auto of Waldorf

Waldorf, MD · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$995add-ons
F
39/100
Buyer beware
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Bob Bell Chevrolet Baltimore

Baltimore, MDNo Pricing Provided

F
0/100
Buyer beware

Vip Member Encore Auto

Hagerstown, MDNo Pricing Provided

F
0/100
Buyer beware

Hertrich Toyota of Pocomoke

Pocomoke City, MDNo Pricing Provided

F
0/100
Buyer beware
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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 387 rated Maryland dealers is $785, based on 2,656 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. 324 of 426 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.