Best Car Dealers in New York
As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 822 of 2334 New York car dealers from 2,329 verified out-the-door quotes. New York's average doc fee is $215.
484 of 822 rated New York dealers earn an A · 244 earn a D or F
Data updated Oct 16, 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 822 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 2334 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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Mullen Motors Inc
Southold, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
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Queensbury, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Northeast Acura
Latham, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Nye Buick GMC
Oneida, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Nye Chevrolet
Oneida, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Orchard
Hudson, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Orchard Ford
East Greenbush, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Otto Cadillac
Colonie, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Paddock Chevrolet, Inc
Kenmore, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Paragon Cars
Woodside, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Park Maple City Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Hornell, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Parkside Auto
Niagara Falls, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Platinum Auto Gallery New York
Valley Stream, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Platinum Volkswagen
Hicksville, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Polestar Manhattan
New York, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Porsche Brooklyn
Brooklyn, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Poughkeepsie Nissan
Wappingers Falls, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Precision Auto Sales of New York
Farmingdale, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Premier Ford 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 594 rated New York dealers is $215, based on 2,329 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. 484 of 822 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.