Best Car Dealers in New York
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 429 of 2268 New York car dealers from 1,369 verified out-the-door quotes. New York's average doc fee is $179.
268 of 429 rated New York dealers earn an A · 83 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 6, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Empire State
New York's dealer grade: C
78/100 average transparency score
50th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 429 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 2268 dealers →Genesis Of Smithtown
Saint James, NY
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesGault
Endicott, NY
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesHonda Of Valley Stream
Valley Stream, NY
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesCurry Automotive
Scarsdale, NYScarsdale, NY
Dch Honda Of Nanuet
Nanuet, NYNanuet, NY
Bidleman Ford Auburn
Auburn, NYAuburn, NY
Kia Of West Nyack
West Nyack, NYWest Nyack, NY
Burdick
Cicero, NYCicero, NY
Mastrovito Hyundai
New York Mills, NYNew York Mills, NY
East Hills Volkswagen Subaru Of Sayville
Sayville, NYSayville, NY
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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 July 2026, the average documentation fee at 429 rated New York dealers is $179, based on 1,369 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?
Genesis Of Smithtown, Gault, Honda Of Valley Stream lead the New York transparency rankings. 268 of 429 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 $179. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 75% 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.