Maryland Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Maryland? We analyzed 2,567 verified OTD quotes from 343 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of July 2026, the average doc fee at 305 rated Maryland dealers is $753, $353 above the national average, based on 2,567 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Jul 26, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Old Line State
Maryland's dealer grade: B
88/100 average transparency score
4th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Maryland has the 4th-highest average doc fee of the 50 states we track, at $753.
- 258 of 343 rated Maryland dealers earned an A for transparency; 31 earned a D or F.
- Elite Auto Brokers in Gaithersburg is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 7 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Maryland range from $79 to $1,094 — Len Stoler Auto Group charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Maryland is accessories, appearing on 36% of itemized quotes at an average of $1,202.
Maryland Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Maryland
The most transparent dealers in Maryland, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Elite Auto Brokers
Gaithersburg, MD
$154 below the Maryland average
No mandatory add-ons · 7 verified quotes
See the quotesEaston Auto Traders Llc
Jessup, MD
$253 below the Maryland average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesAnchor Buick GMC
Elkton, MD
$254 below the Maryland average
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesRenn Kirby
Frederick, MDFrederick, MD
Ourisman Subaru Waldorf
Waldorf, MDWaldorf, MD
Acura Of Laurel
Laurel, MDLaurel, MD
Adams Chevrolet
Havre de Grace, MDHavre de Grace, MD
Anderson Buick GMC Of Abingdon
Abingdon, MDAbingdon, MD
Antwerpen Toyota
Clarksville, MDClarksville, MD
Apple Honda
Ellicott City, MDEllicott City, MD
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Highest Doc Fees in Maryland
These Maryland dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $753.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Len Stoler Auto Group | $1,094 | 3 |
| 2 | Sheehy Ford Of Gaithersburg | $941 | 7 |
| 3 | Fitzgerald Hyundai Rockville | $802 | 160 |
| 4 | Ourisman Subaru Waldorf | $800 | 3 |
| 5 | Adams Chevrolet | $800 | 12 |
| 6 | Apple Honda | $800 | 7 |
| 7 | BMW Of Catonsville | $800 | 5 |
| 8 | Bob Bell Ford Of Bel Air | $800 | 10 |
| 9 | Buchanan Kia | $800 | 3 |
| 10 | Century Ford Of Mt. Airy | $800 | 5 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Maryland
These Maryland dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rich Morton Mazda | D 64.8/100 | $799 | 4 |
| Vins | D 65.2/100 | $799 | 5 |
| Darcars Toyota Of Frederick | D 66.1/100 | $800 | 7 |
| Koons Ford Of Baltimore | D 67.5/100 | $800 | 19 |
| Hyundai Of Dundalk | C 73.3/100 | $799 | 4 |
| Stoler Chevrolet Buick | C 73.3/100 | $0 | 8 |
| Land Rover Annapolis | C 73.8/100 | $799 | 11 |
| Motorcars Of Gaithersburg | C 74.6/100 | $799 | 5 |
| Hertrich Buick GMC Of Salisbury | C 74.7/100 | $0 | 4 |
| Criswell Chevrolet Of Thurmont | C 75.3/100 | $0 | 3 |
Most Common Add-ons in Maryland
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Maryland, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Maryland
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Maryland?
Ford
34 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
Toyota
26 dealers · Avg score: 92/100
Chevrolet
23 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Honda
21 dealers · Avg score: 94/100
Hyundai
20 dealers · Avg score: 95/100
Kia
17 dealers · Avg score: 97/100
Chrysler
17 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Dodge
17 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Nissan
17 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Jeep
16 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Ram
15 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Mazda
14 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
Subaru
12 dealers · Avg score: 90/100
Volkswagen
10 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
GMC
9 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
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How Maryland compares to its neighbors
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Maryland Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Maryland?
As of July 2026, the average documentation fee in Maryland is $753, based on 2,567 verified out-the-door quotes from 305 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $353 above the $400 national average.
Which Maryland dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Len Stoler Auto Group charges the highest verified doc fee in Maryland at $1,094. Doc fees across the state range from $79 to $1,094.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Maryland?
Elite Auto Brokers in Gaithersburg is the highest-rated dealer in Maryland with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 7 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Maryland?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Maryland dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 258 of 343 rated Maryland dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.