Connecticut Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Connecticut? We analyzed 960 verified OTD quotes from 312 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of October 2026, the average doc fee at 266 rated Connecticut dealers is $751, $347 above the national average, based on 960 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Oct 4, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Constitution State
Connecticut's dealer grade: B
84/100 average transparency score
7th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Connecticut has the 7th-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $751.
- 195 of 312 rated Connecticut dealers earned an A for transparency; 50 earned a D or F.
- Prestige Volkswagen of Stamford in Stamford is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 9 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Connecticut range from $50 to $1,575 — Terryville Chevrolet charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Connecticut is accessories, appearing on 27% of itemized quotes at an average of $525.
Connecticut Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Connecticut
The most transparent dealers in Connecticut, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Prestige Volkswagen of Stamford
Stamford, CT
$152 below the Connecticut average
No mandatory add-ons · 9 verified quotes
See the quotesDavidson Chevrolet
Canton, CT
$562 below the Connecticut average
No mandatory add-ons · 9 verified quotes
See the quotesEurocars Plus
Groton, CT
$362 below the Connecticut average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesExecutive Honda
Wallingford, CTWallingford, CT
Executive Nissan
North Haven, CTNorth Haven, CT
Ocean Honda Milford
Milford, CTMilford, CT
Gale Toyota
Enfield, CTEnfield, CT
Gallagher Buick GMC
New Britain, CTNew Britain, CT
Mcgee Toyota of Putnam
Putnam, CTPutnam, CT
Greentree Toyota
Brookfield, CTBrookfield, CT
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Highest Doc Fees in Connecticut
These Connecticut dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $751.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Terryville Chevrolet | $999 | 4 |
| 2 | Hartford Toyota Superstore | $999 | 12 |
| 3 | A-1 Toyota | $999 | 5 |
| 4 | Chevrolet of Milford | $999 | 5 |
| 5 | Road Ready Used Cars | $998 | 4 |
| 6 | Genesis of Milford | $998 | 9 |
| 7 | Key Hyundai of Manchester | $998 | 3 |
| 8 | Blasius Auto Group | $997 | 10 |
| 9 | Blasius Kia | $997 | 12 |
| 10 | Blasius Mitsubishi | $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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BMW of New London | F 39/100 | — | 4 |
| Genesis of Ridgefield | F 39/100 | — | 5 |
| Girard Nissan | F 48/100 | — | 3 |
| Toyota of Wallingford | F 51/100 | — | 4 |
| Kia of Groton | F 54/100 | — | 3 |
| GMC of Watertown | F 58/100 | — | 8 |
| Car Central Auto Sales & Service | C 72/100 | $997 | 3 |
| Audi Greenwich | C 73/100 | $995 | 9 |
| Blasius Cadillac | C 74/100 | $997 | 7 |
| Key Hyundai of Manchester | C 75/100 | $998 | 3 |
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
56 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Chevrolet
20 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Toyota
18 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Honda
15 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
Kia
15 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Hyundai
15 dealers · Avg score: 68/100
Dodge
14 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Chrysler
13 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Jeep
13 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Ram
13 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
Subaru
13 dealers · Avg score: 90/100
GMC
10 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Nissan
9 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Volkswagen
8 dealers · Avg score: 94/100
Mazda
8 dealers · Avg score: 90/100
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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 October 2026, the average documentation fee in Connecticut is $751, based on 960 verified out-the-door quotes from 266 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $347 above the $404 national average.
Which Connecticut dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Terryville Chevrolet charges the highest verified doc fee in Connecticut at $999. Doc fees across the state range from $50 to $1,575.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Connecticut?
Prestige Volkswagen of Stamford in Stamford is the highest-rated dealer in Connecticut with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 9 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. 195 of 312 rated Connecticut dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.