Arizona Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Arizona? We analyzed 2,847 verified OTD quotes from 704 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of October 2026, the average doc fee at 533 rated Arizona dealers is $590, $186 above the national average, based on 2,847 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Oct 4, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Grand Canyon State
Arizona's dealer grade: C
73/100 average transparency score
16th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Arizona has the 16th-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $590.
- 304 of 704 rated Arizona dealers earned an A for transparency; 206 earned a D or F.
- Oxendale Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Cottonwood is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 3 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Arizona range from $39 to $4,469 — Luxury Auto Collection charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Arizona is window tint, appearing on 43% of itemized quotes at an average of $550.
Arizona Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Arizona
The most transparent dealers in Arizona, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Oxendale Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Cottonwood, AZ
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesHorne Motors
Mesa, AZ
$241 below the Arizona average
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesHigh Desert Hyundai
Kingman, AZ
$110 below the Arizona average
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesRollit Motors
Mesa, AZMesa, AZ
Camelback Volkswagen
Phoenix, AZPhoenix, AZ
Pro Plus Auto Sales LLC
Phoenix, AZPhoenix, AZ
Prestige Auto Brokers LLC
Phoenix, AZPhoenix, AZ
Prescott Valley Kia
Prescott Valley, AZPrescott Valley, AZ
Oxendale Kia
Flagstaff, AZFlagstaff, AZ
Horne Nissan Yuma
Yuma, AZYuma, AZ
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Highest Doc Fees in Arizona
These Arizona dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $590.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Luxury Auto Collection | $1,489 | 3 |
| 2 | San Tan Ford | $1,170 | 17 |
| 3 | Premier Auto Center - Scott Says Yes | $1,000 | 3 |
| 4 | Horne Mazda Avondale | $999 | 20 |
| 5 | Cardinaleway Mazda Peoria | $999 | 3 |
| 6 | Quebedeaux Buick GMC | $998 | 3 |
| 7 | Mark Kia | $998 | 36 |
| 8 | Mark Mazda | $998 | 46 |
| 9 | Scottsdale Mitsubishi | $998 | 20 |
| 10 | Germain Honda of Surprise | $995 | 10 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Arizona
These Arizona dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horne Hyundai | F 49/100 | $599 | 6 |
| I-10 Automotive Group | F 50/100 | $799 | 7 |
| Luxury Auto Collection | F 50/100 | $1,489 | 3 |
| Chapman Chevrolet GMC | F 53/100 | — | 5 |
| Lifted Trucks Phoenix | F 54/100 | $225 | 7 |
| Holmes Tuttle Ford | F 59/100 | $599 | 3 |
| Kia of Yuma | D 60/100 | — | 4 |
| Brown & Brown Auto Center | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| First Class Auto LLC | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Earnhardt Cadillac | D 61/100 | $599 | 3 |
Most Common Add-ons in Arizona
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Arizona, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Arizona
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Arizona?
Ford
35 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
Jeep
29 dealers · Avg score: 68/100
Ram
29 dealers · Avg score: 68/100
Dodge
28 dealers · Avg score: 67/100
Chrysler
27 dealers · Avg score: 72/100
Chevrolet
27 dealers · Avg score: 66/100
GMC
20 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Toyota
19 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Hyundai
18 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Nissan
17 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Kia
16 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Honda
14 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Buick
11 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Mazda
11 dealers · Avg score: 72/100
Subaru
9 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
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How Arizona compares to its neighbors
Average doc fees next door. Crossing a state line can change what the dealer charges.
Arizona Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Arizona?
As of October 2026, the average documentation fee in Arizona is $590, based on 2,847 verified out-the-door quotes from 533 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $186 above the $404 national average.
Which Arizona dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Luxury Auto Collection charges the highest verified doc fee in Arizona at $1,489. Doc fees across the state range from $39 to $4,469.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Arizona?
Oxendale Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Cottonwood is the highest-rated dealer in Arizona with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 3 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Arizona?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Arizona dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 304 of 704 rated Arizona dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.