Best Car Dealers Near Richmond, VA

As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 32 of 119 car dealers near Richmond, VA from 150 verified out-the-door quotes. The average doc fee at rated dealers here is $746.

Data updated Jul 26, 2026 · How we score dealers

Based on 32 dealers with verified quotes.

$746
Avg Doc Fee
VA avg: $856
66%
No Add-ons
81/100
Avg Score
150
Verified Quotes

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Tips for Buying a Car in VA

  • Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in VA is $856. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Good news on add-ons: 66% of dealers near Richmond 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 Richmond FAQ

What is the best car dealer near Richmond, VA?

West Broad Volkswagen (Richmond, VA) is the highest-graded dealer near Richmond on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index — A grade, 100/100, based on 2 verified out-the-door quotes.

What doc fee do dealers near Richmond charge?

As of July 2026, rated dealers near Richmond, VA charge an average documentation fee of $746, compared to a VA state average of $856 — based on 150 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.

How does CarEdge rank dealers near Richmond?

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 Richmond are verified.