Best Car Dealers in New York
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 456 of 2266 New York car dealers from 1,454 verified out-the-door quotes. New York's average doc fee is $229.
252 of 456 rated New York dealers earn an A · 93 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 14, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Empire State
New York's dealer grade: C
77/100 average transparency score
45th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 456 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 2266 dealers →Gault
Endicott, NY
$54 below the New York average
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesVolvo Cars Manhattan
New York, NY
$54 below the New York average
No mandatory add-ons · 12 verified quotes
See the quotesEmpire Toyota Of Huntington
Huntington Station, NY
$54 below the New York average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesPlaza Hyundai
Brooklyn, NYBrooklyn, NY
West Herr Kia
Orchard Park, NYOrchard Park, NY
Romeo Volkswagen
Kingston, NYKingston, NY
Healey Chrysler Dodge Jeep
Beacon, NYBeacon, NY
Tarrytown Honda
Tarrytown, NYTarrytown, NY
West Herr Volkswagen
Bowmansville, NYBowmansville, NY
Paul Conte Cadillac
Freeport, NYFreeport, NY
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More Dealers in New York
MINI Of Latham
Latham, NY
MINI Of Manhattan
New York, NY
MINI Of Rochester
Rochester, NY
Mission Motors Group Llc
Chittenango, NY
Mm Enterprises
East Syracuse, NY
Mobilityworks Albany New York
Albany, NY
Mohawk Motorcar Company
West Sand Lake, NY
Mohegan Auto & Tire Center
Shrub Oak, NY
Monroe Auto Sales
Newburgh, NY
Montour Motors
Montour Falls, NY
More Than Trucks
Massapequa, NY
Morse Auto Llc
Webster, NY
Motor House
Alden, NY
Motorcar Classics
Farmingdale, NY
Motorhead Auto Sales & Service Llc
Canastota, NY
Motorhub Inc
Inwood, NY
Motorsports Cny, Llc
Syracuse, NY
Mount Eden Motors Inc
Bronx, NY
Mount Kisco Chevrolet
Mount Kisco, NY
Mp Motors Inc
West Babylon, NY
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 330 rated New York dealers is $229, based on 1,454 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?
Gault, Volvo Cars Manhattan, Empire Toyota Of Huntington lead the New York transparency rankings. 252 of 456 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 $229. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 77% 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.