Connecticut Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Connecticut? We analyzed 769 verified OTD quotes from 214 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of July 2026, the average doc fee at 169 rated Connecticut dealers is $745, $345 above the national average, based on 769 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Jul 26, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Constitution State
Connecticut's dealer grade: B
84/100 average transparency score
6th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Connecticut has the 6th-highest average doc fee of the 50 states we track, at $745.
- 123 of 214 rated Connecticut dealers earned an A for transparency; 19 earned a D or F.
- Hoffman Honda in Simsbury is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 5 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Connecticut range from $79 to $1,091 — Wallingford GMC charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Connecticut is theft protection, appearing on 28% of itemized quotes at an average of $493.
Connecticut Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Connecticut
The most transparent dealers in Connecticut, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Hoffman Honda
Simsbury, CT
$109 below the Connecticut average
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesOcean Honda Milford
Milford, CT
$146 below the Connecticut average
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesHonda Of Westport
Westport, CT
$46 below the Connecticut average
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesEurocars Plus
Groton, CTGroton, CT
Schaller Subaru
Berlin, CTBerlin, CT
Prestige Volkswagen Of Stamford
Stamford, CTStamford, CT
Mercedes-Benz Of New London
New London, CTNew London, CT
Riley Mazda
Stamford, CTStamford, CT
Lia Hyundai Of Hartford
Hartford, CTHartford, CT
Stafford Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Union, CTUnion, CT
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Highest Doc Fees in Connecticut
These Connecticut dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $745.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wallingford GMC | $1,087 | 3 |
| 2 | Chevrolet Of Milford | $999 | 4 |
| 3 | A-1 Toyota | $999 | 3 |
| 4 | Colonial Toyota | $999 | 5 |
| 5 | Key Hyundai Of Manchester | $998 | 4 |
| 6 | Road Ready Used Cars | $998 | 4 |
| 7 | Blasius Kia | $997 | 9 |
| 8 | Blasius Cadillac | $997 | 11 |
| 9 | Blasius Auto Group | $997 | 6 |
| 10 | Car Central Auto Sales & Service | $997 | 4 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Connecticut
These Connecticut dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blasius Mitsubishi | D 64.8/100 | $997 | 3 |
| Genesis Of Ridgefield | D 69.8/100 | $985 | 5 |
| BMW Of New London | C 70.7/100 | $0 | 5 |
| Gengras | C 71.9/100 | $899 | 4 |
| Car Central Auto Sales & Service | C 72.4/100 | $997 | 4 |
| Blasius Auto Group | C 74.4/100 | $997 | 6 |
| Valenti Ford | C 75.3/100 | $0 | 3 |
| Blasius Cadillac | C 78/100 | $997 | 11 |
| Girard Nissan | C 78/100 | $0 | 3 |
| Gengras Subaru | B 80.4/100 | $899 | 9 |
Most Common Add-ons in Connecticut
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Connecticut, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Connecticut
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Connecticut?
Ford
41 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Chevrolet
18 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Toyota
15 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Hyundai
12 dealers · Avg score: 72/100
Honda
11 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
Kia
10 dealers · Avg score: 90/100
GMC
9 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
Subaru
9 dealers · Avg score: 94/100
Mazda
8 dealers · Avg score: 70/100
Dodge
7 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
BMW
7 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Chrysler
6 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Jeep
6 dealers · Avg score: 78/100
Ram
6 dealers · Avg score: 78/100
Volkswagen
5 dealers · Avg score: 75/100
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How Connecticut compares to its neighbors
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Connecticut Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Connecticut?
As of July 2026, the average documentation fee in Connecticut is $745, based on 769 verified out-the-door quotes from 169 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $345 above the $400 national average.
Which Connecticut dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Wallingford GMC charges the highest verified doc fee in Connecticut at $1,087. Doc fees across the state range from $79 to $1,091.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Connecticut?
Hoffman Honda in Simsbury is the highest-rated dealer in Connecticut with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 5 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Connecticut?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Connecticut dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 123 of 214 rated Connecticut dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.