Best Car Dealers in New York
As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 825 of 2337 New York car dealers from 2,342 verified out-the-door quotes. New York's average doc fee is $215.
487 of 825 rated New York dealers earn an A · 244 earn a D or F
Data updated Oct 17, 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 825 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 2337 dealers →Depaula Ford
Albany, NY
$40 below the New York average
No mandatory add-ons · 22 verified quotes
See the quotesPalisades Mazda
Nyack, NY
$40 below the New York average
No mandatory add-ons · 15 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 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
Plaza Toyota
Brooklyn, NY · 2 verified quotesLimited data
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Rochester, NY · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Buffie Vereecke
Ticonderoga, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
West Herr Nissan of Orchard Park
Orchard Park, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
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Dealerships, NY · 2 verified quotesLimited data
F.X. Caprara Ford of Ogdensburg
Ogdensburg, NY · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Hillside Auto Sales
Rome, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
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Jamaica Pre Owned, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Acura of Wappingers Falls
Wappingers Falls, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Lia (Liacars.Com)
NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Ray Laks Honda
Orchard Park, NY · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Auto Outlets Usa
Farmington, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
BMW of South Albany
Glenmont, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Bob Johnson Volkswagen
Rochester, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Utica
Yorkville, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Dave Smith Ford
Williamsville, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Egglefield Brothers Inc
Elizabethtown, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Island Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Staten Island, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Jack Mcnerney Chevrolet
Tully, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Lincoln of Smithtown
Saint James, NY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
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 597 rated New York dealers is $215, based on 2,342 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, Kia of West Nyack lead the New York transparency rankings. 487 of 825 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.