Best Car Dealers Near Kent, WA

As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 14 of 26 car dealers near Kent, WA from 37 verified out-the-door quotes. The average doc fee at rated dealers here is $185.

Data updated Oct 7, 2026 · How we score dealers

Based on 14 dealers with verified quotes.

$185
Avg Doc Fee
WA avg: $212
86%
No Add-ons
62/100
Avg Score
37
Verified Quotes

CarEdge Certified dealers near Kent, WA

These dealers guarantee an all-in out-the-door price up front and no surprise add-ons.

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Verified every month by CarEdge. The grade behind the badge is earned, never bought. Certification never changes a dealer's grade or ranking.

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Tips for Buying a Car in WA

  • Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in WA is $212. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Good news on add-ons: 86% of dealers near Kent 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 Kent FAQ

What is the best car dealer near Kent, WA?

Imperium Auto Group Nw (Kent, WA) is the highest-graded dealer near Kent on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index — A grade, 100/100, based on 1 verified out-the-door quote.

What doc fee do dealers near Kent charge?

As of October 2026, rated dealers near Kent, WA charge an average documentation fee of $185, compared to a WA state average of $212 — based on 37 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.

How does CarEdge rank dealers near Kent?

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 Kent are verified.