Colorado Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Colorado? We analyzed 1,775 verified OTD quotes from 611 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of October 2026, the average doc fee at 328 rated Colorado dealers is $622, $218 above the national average, based on 1,775 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Oct 5, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Centennial State
Colorado's dealer grade: D
67/100 average transparency score
13th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Colorado has the 13th-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $622.
- 222 of 611 rated Colorado dealers earned an A for transparency; 294 earned a D or F.
- Heuberger Subaru in Colorado Springs is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 5 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Colorado range from $3 to $1,489 — Honda of Greeley charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Colorado is accessories, appearing on 31% of itemized quotes at an average of $889.
Colorado Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Colorado
The most transparent dealers in Colorado, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Heuberger Subaru
Colorado Springs, CO
$33 below the Colorado average
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesSchomp MINI
Highlands Ranch, CO
$622 below the Colorado average
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesBerkenkotter Motors
Castle Rock, CO
$273 below the Colorado average
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesMarkley Honda
Fort Collins, COFort Collins, CO
Pueblo Toyota
Pueblo, COPueblo, CO
Mercedes-Benz of Loveland
Loveland, COLoveland, CO
Centennial Leasing & Sales
Englewood, COEnglewood, CO
Cherry Creek Automotive
Denver, CODenver, CO
Mountain Chevrolet LLC
COCO
Morehart Murphy Regional Auto Center
Durango, CODurango, CO
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Highest Doc Fees in Colorado
These Colorado dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $622.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Honda of Greeley | $998 | 6 |
| 2 | Sill - Terhar Motors Inc | $899 | 4 |
| 3 | Ramsey Auto Group Inc | $899 | 9 |
| 4 | Mike Maroone Chevrolet South | $895 | 9 |
| 5 | Prestige Imports | $849 | 4 |
| 6 | Mike Maroone GMC | $847 | 7 |
| 7 | Mike Maroone Ford Longmont | $845 | 15 |
| 8 | Mcdonald Toyota Greeley | $815 | 7 |
| 9 | Grand Kia | $800 | 4 |
| 10 | Crossroads Hyundai of Loveland | $800 | 16 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Colorado
These Colorado dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Celebration Chevrolet | F 44/100 | — | 4 |
| Phil Long Glenwood Springs Subaru | F 48/100 | — | 3 |
| Gaylord Sales&Leasing | F 51/100 | — | 3 |
| Bozarth Chevrolet | F 51/100 | — | 9 |
| Rickenbaugh Cadillac Company | F 53/100 | — | 9 |
| Alpine Buick GMC | F 53/100 | — | 26 |
| The Faricy Boys | F 54/100 | — | 6 |
| Jaguar Colorado Springs Certified Pre-Owned & Service | F 56/100 | — | 5 |
| Rickenbaugh Volvo Cars | F 57/100 | — | 6 |
| Mountain States Toyota | F 58/100 | — | 6 |
Most Common Add-ons in Colorado
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Colorado, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Colorado
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Colorado?
Chevrolet
28 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
Ford
23 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Ram
22 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Dodge
21 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Toyota
20 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
Chrysler
20 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Jeep
20 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Subaru
18 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
GMC
18 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Kia
15 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
Nissan
14 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Honda
14 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Hyundai
12 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Volkswagen
10 dealers · Avg score: 78/100
Buick
9 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
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How Colorado compares to its neighbors
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Colorado Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Colorado?
As of October 2026, the average documentation fee in Colorado is $622, based on 1,775 verified out-the-door quotes from 328 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $218 above the $404 national average.
Which Colorado dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Honda of Greeley charges the highest verified doc fee in Colorado at $998. Doc fees across the state range from $3 to $1,489.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Colorado?
Heuberger Subaru in Colorado Springs is the highest-rated dealer in Colorado with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 5 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Colorado?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Colorado dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 222 of 611 rated Colorado dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.