Best Car Dealers in New York
As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 821 of 2330 New York car dealers from 2,323 verified out-the-door quotes. New York's average doc fee is $215.
482 of 821 rated New York dealers earn an A · 245 earn a D or F
Data updated Oct 15, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Empire State
New York's dealer grade: C
79/100 average transparency score
48th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 821 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$40 below the New York average
- A100/1002026
Fredonia Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Fredonia, NY
2 verified quotes$175doc feeNo add-ons$40 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 2330 dealers →Depaula Ford
Albany, NY
$40 below the New York average
No mandatory add-ons · 22 verified quotes
See the quotesKia of West Nyack
West Nyack, NY
$40 below the New York average
No mandatory add-ons · 14 verified quotes
See the quotesPalisades Mazda
Nyack, NY
$40 below the New York average
No mandatory add-ons · 14 verified quotes
See the quotesSubaru White Plains
Elmsford, NYElmsford, NY
Mohawk Honda
Schenectady, NYSchenectady, NY
New Country Lexus of Latham
Latham, NYLatham, NY
Bob Johnson Toyota
Rochester, NYRochester, NY
Island Mazda
Staten Island, NYStaten Island, NY
Curry Toyota
Cortlandt, NYCortlandt, NY
Hudson Valley Volkswagen
Wappingers Falls, NYWappingers Falls, NY
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More Dealers in New York
Kings Nissan, Inc
Brooklyn, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Krystal
Warrensburg, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Krystal Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat
Warrensburg, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Licari Motor Car
Herkimer, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Litehouse Auto, Inc.
Lakewood, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Maguire Cars
Ithaca, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Maguire Chevrolet of Baldwinsville
Baldwinsville, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Maserati of Long Island
Plainview, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Mastrovito Used Car Super Center
Yorkville, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Matthews Gm Center, Inc (Matthews Auto)
Vestal, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Matthews Hyundai of Greece
Rochester, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Matthews Kia
Vestal, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Matthews Kia of Greece
Rochester, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Mazda 112
Medford, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Mcgovern Volvo Cars Albany
Colonie, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Mercedes-Benz Manhattan, Inc.
New York, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Metro Mike Trading & Cycles
Albany, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Middletown Auto Sales
Middletown, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Miller Hyundai
Vestal, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Mullen Motors Inc
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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 592 rated New York dealers is $215, based on 2,323 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, Kia of West Nyack, Palisades Mazda lead the New York transparency rankings. 482 of 821 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 $215. 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.