Best Car Dealers Near Seattle, WA

As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 27 of 61 car dealers near Seattle, WA from 152 verified out-the-door quotes. The average doc fee at rated dealers here is $219.

Data updated Jul 25, 2026 · How we score dealers

Based on 27 dealers with verified quotes.

$219
Avg Doc Fee
WA avg: $215
63%
No Add-ons
69/100
Avg Score
152
Verified Quotes

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Tips for Buying a Car in WA

  • Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in WA is $215. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Good news on add-ons: 63% of dealers near Seattle 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 Seattle FAQ

What is the best car dealer near Seattle, WA?

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

What doc fee do dealers near Seattle charge?

As of July 2026, rated dealers near Seattle, WA charge an average documentation fee of $219, compared to a WA state average of $215 — based on 152 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.

How does CarEdge rank dealers near Seattle?

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 Seattle are verified.