Best Car Dealers in Virginia
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 525 of 1735 Virginia car dealers from 2,952 verified out-the-door quotes. Virginia's average doc fee is $845.
340 of 525 rated Virginia dealers earn an A · 76 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 30, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Old Dominion
Virginia's dealer grade: B
81/100 average transparency score
2nd highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 525 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 1735 dealers →Tinney GMC
Lynchburg, VA
$156 below the Virginia average
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesRecharged
Richmond, VA
$146 below the Virginia average
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesWilliamsburg Hyundai
Williamsburg, VA
$286 below the Virginia average
No mandatory add-ons · 12 verified quotes
See the quotesWilliamsburg Honda
Williamsburg, VAWilliamsburg, VA
Berglund Chevrolet Buick
Roanoke, VARoanoke, VA
Pearson Mazda
Richmond, VARichmond, VA
Mechanicsville Toyota
Mechanicsville, VAMechanicsville, VA
Radley Chevrolet
Fredericksburg, VAFredericksburg, VA
M.W. Auto Sales
Ashland, VAAshland, VA
Audi Richmond
Henrico, VAHenrico, VA
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Hampton, VA · 9 verified quotes
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Woodbridge, VA · 11 verified quotes
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Front Royal, VA · 7 verified quotes
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Woodbridge, VA · 6 verified quotes
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Fairfax, VA · 20 verified quotes
Flow Kia Of Charlottesville
Charlottesville, VA · 1 verified quoteLimited data
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Farmville, VA · 2 verified quotesLimited data
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Dealers by City in Virginia
Virginia doc fee law
Virginia sets no cap on dealer processing fees, and Virginia fees are consistently among the highest in the country. State law requires the fee to be disclosed in advertising.
Virginia Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Virginia?
As of July 2026, the average documentation fee at 436 rated Virginia dealers is $845, based on 2,952 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. Virginia sets no legal cap on doc fees.
Who are the best car dealers in Virginia?
Tinney GMC, Recharged, Williamsburg Hyundai lead the Virginia transparency rankings. 340 of 525 rated Virginia dealers earned an A grade for fair fees, minimal add-ons, and honest pricing.
How are Virginia 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 Virginia quotes are verified.
How Virginia 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 Virginia
- Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in Virginia is $845. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 71% of dealers in Virginia 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.