Best Car Dealers in New York
As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 804 of 2327 New York car dealers from 2,276 verified out-the-door quotes. New York's average doc fee is $219.
464 of 804 rated New York dealers earn an A · 244 earn a D or F
Data updated Oct 9, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Empire State
New York's dealer grade: C
78/100 average transparency score
48th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 804 dealers with verified quotes.
CarEdge Certified dealers in New York
These dealers guarantee an all-in out-the-door price up front and no surprise add-ons.
- A92/1002026
South Shore Nissan
Amityville, NY
23 verified quotes$175doc feeNo add-ons$44 below the New York average
- A100/1002026
Fredonia Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Fredonia, NY
2 verified quotes$175doc feeNo add-ons$44 below the New York average
Verified every month by CarEdge. The grade behind the badge is earned, never bought. Certification never changes a dealer's grade or ranking.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 2327 dealers →Depaula Ford
Albany, NY
$44 below the New York average
No mandatory add-ons · 21 verified quotes
See the quotesPalisades Mazda
Nyack, NY
$44 below the New York average
No mandatory add-ons · 14 verified quotes
See the quotesSubaru White Plains
Elmsford, NY
$44 below the New York average
No mandatory add-ons · 14 verified quotes
See the quotesKia of West Nyack
West Nyack, NYWest Nyack, NY
Mohawk Honda
Schenectady, NYSchenectady, NY
New Country Lexus of Latham
Latham, NYLatham, NY
Island Mazda
Staten Island, NYStaten Island, NY
Curry Toyota
Cortlandt, NYCortlandt, NY
Hudson Valley Volkswagen
Wappingers Falls, NYWappingers Falls, NY
Bidleman Ford
Auburn, NYAuburn, NY
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Brewster, NY · 5 verified quotes
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Poughkeepsie, NY · 14 verified quotes
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Plattsburgh, NY · 4 verified quotes
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Ballston Lake, NY · 4 verified quotes
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Dealers by City in New York
New York doc fee law
New York caps dealer documentation fees at $175 by statute. Watch the rest of the quote instead: New York dealers commonly recover margin through add-ons like VIN etching and appearance packages.
New York Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in New York?
As of October 2026, the average documentation fee at 576 rated New York dealers is $219, based on 2,276 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. State law caps New York doc fees at approximately $175.
Who are the best car dealers in New York?
Depaula Ford, Palisades Mazda, Subaru White Plains lead the New York transparency rankings. 464 of 804 rated New York dealers earned an A grade for fair fees, minimal add-ons, and honest pricing.
How are New York 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 New York quotes are verified.
How New York 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 New York
- Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in New York is $219. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 84% of dealers in New York 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.