Arizona Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Arizona? We analyzed 2,552 verified OTD quotes from 524 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of July 2026, the average doc fee at 377 rated Arizona dealers is $576, $176 above the national average, based on 2,552 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Jul 26, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Grand Canyon State
Arizona's dealer grade: C
70/100 average transparency score
15th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Arizona has the 15th-highest average doc fee of the 50 states we track, at $576.
- 203 of 524 rated Arizona dealers earned an A for transparency; 146 earned a D or F.
- Volvo Cars Gilbert in Gilbert is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 5 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Arizona range from $49 to $4,469 — Luxury Auto Collection charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Arizona is window tint, appearing on 50% of itemized quotes at an average of $549.
Arizona Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Arizona
The most transparent dealers in Arizona, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Volvo Cars Gilbert
Gilbert, AZ
$27 below the Arizona average
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesFindlay Hyundai Prescott
Prescott, AZ
$81 below the Arizona average
No mandatory add-ons · 7 verified quotes
See the quotesFindlay GMC Prescott: Service Dept
Prescott, AZ
$81 below the Arizona average
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesRollit Motors
Mesa, AZMesa, AZ
Pro Plus Auto Sales Llc
Phoenix, AZPhoenix, AZ
Prestige Auto Brokers Llc
Phoenix, AZPhoenix, AZ
Camelback Volkswagen
Phoenix, AZPhoenix, AZ
Lesueur Car Company
Tempe, AZTempe, AZ
Chapman Acura In Tucson
Tucson, AZTucson, AZ
Porsche Tucson
Tucson, AZTucson, AZ
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Highest Doc Fees in Arizona
These Arizona dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $576.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Luxury Auto Collection | $1,369 | 12 |
| 2 | San Tan Ford | $1,216 | 22 |
| 3 | Ed Morse Honda | $999 | 5 |
| 4 | Horne Mazda Avondale | $999 | 18 |
| 5 | Mark Kia | $998 | 35 |
| 6 | Mark Mazda | $998 | 51 |
| 7 | Scottsdale Mitsubishi | $998 | 23 |
| 8 | Horne Kia | $899 | 18 |
| 9 | Berge Mazda-Volkswagen | $849 | 10 |
| 10 | Desert Toyota | $849 | 8 |
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 Kia | F 47/100 | $899 | 18 |
| Lifted Trucks Phoenix | F 53.1/100 | $180 | 5 |
| Jim Click Hyundai Of Green Valley | F 54.5/100 | $599 | 3 |
| Berge Toyota | D 62.1/100 | $695 | 19 |
| Jaguar Arrowhead | D 62.9/100 | $539 | 3 |
| San Tan Ford | D 63.4/100 | $1,216 | 22 |
| Earnhardt Cadillac | D 63.6/100 | $599 | 5 |
| Yates Mitsubishi | D 65.9/100 | $695 | 3 |
| Cardinaleway Mazda Peoria | D 66.1/100 | $589 | 3 |
| Polestar Scottsdale | D 66.1/100 | $668 | 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
33 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Chevrolet
27 dealers · Avg score: 67/100
Jeep
26 dealers · Avg score: 69/100
Ram
26 dealers · Avg score: 68/100
Dodge
25 dealers · Avg score: 68/100
Chrysler
24 dealers · Avg score: 71/100
Toyota
19 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
Hyundai
17 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Nissan
17 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Kia
16 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
GMC
14 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Honda
14 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Subaru
9 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Mazda
9 dealers · Avg score: 74/100
Buick
8 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
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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 July 2026, the average documentation fee in Arizona is $576, based on 2,552 verified out-the-door quotes from 377 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $176 above the $400 national average.
Which Arizona dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Luxury Auto Collection charges the highest verified doc fee in Arizona at $1,369. Doc fees across the state range from $49 to $4,469.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Arizona?
Volvo Cars Gilbert in Gilbert is the highest-rated dealer in Arizona with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 5 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. 203 of 524 rated Arizona dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.