Delaware Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Delaware? We analyzed 188 verified OTD quotes from 57 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of July 2026, the average doc fee at 44 rated Delaware dealers is $603, $203 above the national average, based on 188 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Jul 26, 2026 · How we score dealers
The First State
Delaware's dealer grade: B
83/100 average transparency score
11th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Delaware has the 11th-highest average doc fee of the 50 states we track, at $603.
- 37 of 57 rated Delaware dealers earned an A for transparency; 6 earned a D or F.
- Carman Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram in New Castle is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 4 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Delaware range from $87 to $920 — Mercedes-Benz Of Wilmington charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Delaware is accessories, appearing on 35% of itemized quotes at an average of $661.
Delaware Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Delaware
The most transparent dealers in Delaware, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Carman Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram
New Castle, DE
$304 below the Delaware average
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesWinner Ford
Dover, DE
$36 below the Delaware average
No mandatory add-ons · 13 verified quotes
See the quotesWinner Subaru
Dover, DE
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesCarman
New Castle, DENew Castle, DE
Sheridan Nissan
New Castle, DENew Castle, DE
Porter Hyundai
Newark, DENewark, DE
Nucar Delaware
New Castle, DENew Castle, DE
Martin Dealerships
Newark, DENewark, DE
I.G. Burton BMW
Milford, DEMilford, DE
Boulevard Ford Lincoln
Georgetown, DEGeorgetown, DE
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Highest Doc Fees in Delaware
These Delaware dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $603.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mercedes-Benz Of Wilmington | $920 | 3 |
| 2 | Lexus Of Wilmington | $800 | 25 |
| 3 | Boulevard Ford Lincoln | $799 | 3 |
| 4 | Hertrich Chevrolet Of Dover | $799 | 5 |
| 5 | Martin Mazda | $799 | 4 |
| 6 | Ourisman Tri-State Subaru | $799 | 4 |
| 7 | Preston Hyundai Of Millsboro | $799 | 7 |
| 8 | Hertrich Nissan Of Newark | $799 | 3 |
| 9 | Sheridan Nissan | $699 | 5 |
| 10 | Porter Hyundai | $699 | 4 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Delaware
These Delaware dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newark Toyota World | B 81.1/100 | $0 | 7 |
| Audi Wilmington | B 83.5/100 | $595 | 8 |
| Porsche | B 87.1/100 | $87 | 8 |
| Mercedes-Benz Of Wilmington | B 87.2/100 | $920 | 3 |
| I.G. Burton & Co. Inc. | B 89.3/100 | $0 | 3 |
| Lexus Of Wilmington | A 92.1/100 | $800 | 25 |
| Porter Chevrolet | A 93/100 | $150 | 10 |
| Hertrich Nissan Of Newark | A 93.5/100 | $799 | 3 |
| Price Toyota | A 93.6/100 | $0 | 11 |
| Boulevard Ford Lincoln | A 94.1/100 | $799 | 3 |
Most Common Add-ons in Delaware
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Delaware, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Delaware
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Delaware?
Ford
6 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
Kia
4 dealers · Avg score: 24/100
Honda
3 dealers · Avg score: 65/100
Nissan
3 dealers · Avg score: 95/100
Hyundai
3 dealers · Avg score: 95/100
Chevrolet
3 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Toyota
3 dealers · Avg score: 90/100
Chrysler
2 dealers · Avg score: 97/100
Dodge
2 dealers · Avg score: 97/100
Jeep
2 dealers · Avg score: 97/100
Ram
2 dealers · Avg score: 97/100
Subaru
2 dealers · Avg score: 97/100
Lincoln
2 dealers · Avg score: 96/100
Mazda
2 dealers · Avg score: 47/100
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How Delaware compares to its neighbors
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Delaware Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Delaware?
As of July 2026, the average documentation fee in Delaware is $603, based on 188 verified out-the-door quotes from 44 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $203 above the $400 national average.
Which Delaware dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Mercedes-Benz Of Wilmington charges the highest verified doc fee in Delaware at $920. Doc fees across the state range from $87 to $920.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Delaware?
Carman Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram in New Castle is the highest-rated dealer in Delaware with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 4 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Delaware?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Delaware dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 37 of 57 rated Delaware dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.