Best Car Dealers Near Dubuque, IA

As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 9 of 21 car dealers near Dubuque, IA from 19 verified out-the-door quotes. The average doc fee at rated dealers here is $162.

Data updated Jul 25, 2026 · How we score dealers

Based on 9 dealers with verified quotes.

$162
Avg Doc Fee
IA avg: $199
89%
No Add-ons
96/100
Avg Score
19
Verified Quotes

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Tips for Buying a Car in IA

  • Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in IA is $199. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Good news on add-ons: 89% of dealers near Dubuque 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.

Car Dealers Near Dubuque FAQ

What is the best car dealer near Dubuque, IA?

Finnin Kia (Dubuque, IA) is the highest-graded dealer near Dubuque on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index — A grade, 100/100, based on 3 verified out-the-door quotes.

What doc fee do dealers near Dubuque charge?

As of July 2026, rated dealers near Dubuque, IA charge an average documentation fee of $162, compared to a IA state average of $199 — based on 19 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.

How does CarEdge rank dealers near Dubuque?

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%) — and graded A-F. Rankings update as new quotes near Dubuque are verified.