Georgia Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Georgia? We analyzed 3,217 verified OTD quotes from 729 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of October 2026, the average doc fee at 588 rated Georgia dealers is $801, $397 above the national average, based on 3,217 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Oct 4, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Peach State
Georgia's dealer grade: C
79/100 average transparency score
3rd highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Georgia has the 3rd-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $801.
- 352 of 729 rated Georgia dealers earned an A for transparency; 185 earned a D or F.
- Milton Ruben in Augusta is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 6 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Georgia range from $1 to $1,762 — Capital Cadillac charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Georgia is protection plan, appearing on 27% of itemized quotes at an average of $1,360.
Georgia Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Georgia
The most transparent dealers in Georgia, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Milton Ruben
Augusta, GA
$202 below the Georgia average
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesJimmy Britt Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram
Statesboro, GA
$312 below the Georgia average
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesBulldog Kia
Bogart, GA
No mandatory add-ons · 8 verified quotes
See the quotesButler Lexus of South Atlanta
Union City, GAUnion City, GA
John Miles Chevrolet Buick GMC
Conyers, GAConyers, GA
Kia Country of Savannah
Savannah, GASavannah, GA
John Thornton
Carrollton, GACarrollton, GA
Allan Vigil Ford Lincoln
Morrow, GAMorrow, GA
Welborn Nissan of Rome
Rome, GARome, GA
Global Truck and Equipment Sales
Waycross, GAWaycross, GA
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Highest Doc Fees in Georgia
These Georgia dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $801.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Capital Cadillac | $1,762 | 6 |
| 2 | Stone Mountain Nissan | $1,179 | 3 |
| 3 | Land Rover Buckhead | $1,098 | 5 |
| 4 | Hennessy Automobile Companies | $1,098 | 8 |
| 5 | Auto Gallery Chevrolet | $1,098 | 4 |
| 6 | Bella Nissan Union City | $1,095 | 5 |
| 7 | Calavan Kia | $1,000 | 7 |
| 8 | Malcolm Cunningham Chevrolet | $1,000 | 3 |
| 9 | Calavan Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of West Atlanta | $1,000 | 4 |
| 10 | I-95 Toyota of Brunswick | $1,000 | 3 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Georgia
These Georgia dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gwinnett | F 39/100 | — | 5 |
| Choice Automotive | F 44/100 | — | 4 |
| Premier Nissan Mall of Georgia | F 45/100 | — | 4 |
| Alm Hyundai Athens | F 46/100 | $995 | 4 |
| John Megel Ford | F 48/100 | — | 6 |
| Nalley Lexus Roswell | F 48/100 | — | 28 |
| Alm Hyundai Macon | F 48/100 | — | 6 |
| Shottenkirk Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Canton | F 48/100 | $899 | 4 |
| Alm Roswell | F 51/100 | — | 3 |
| Friendly Auto Gallery | F 51/100 | — | 3 |
Most Common Add-ons in Georgia
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Georgia, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Georgia
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Georgia?
Ford
67 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Chevrolet
47 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Jeep
38 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Chrysler
37 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Nissan
37 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Ram
36 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Toyota
36 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Honda
36 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Dodge
35 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Hyundai
34 dealers · Avg score: 78/100
GMC
32 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Kia
26 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Lincoln
15 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Subaru
12 dealers · Avg score: 74/100
Buick
12 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
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How Georgia compares to its neighbors
Average doc fees next door. Crossing a state line can change what the dealer charges.
Georgia Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Georgia?
As of October 2026, the average documentation fee in Georgia is $801, based on 3,217 verified out-the-door quotes from 588 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $397 above the $404 national average.
Which Georgia dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Capital Cadillac charges the highest verified doc fee in Georgia at $1,762. Doc fees across the state range from $1 to $1,762.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Georgia?
Milton Ruben in Augusta is the highest-rated dealer in Georgia with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 6 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Georgia?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Georgia dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 352 of 729 rated Georgia dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.