New York Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in New York? We analyzed 2,202 verified OTD quotes from 788 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of October 2026, the average doc fee at 558 rated New York dealers is $220, $184 below the national average, based on 2,202 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Oct 5, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Empire State
New York's dealer grade: C
78/100 average transparency score
48th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- New York has the 48th-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $220.
- 448 of 788 rated New York dealers earned an A for transparency; 246 earned a D or F.
- Toyota of Batavia in Batavia is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 3 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in New York range from $21 to $1,775 — Prestige Toyota charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in New York is accessories, appearing on 36% of itemized quotes at an average of $736.
New York Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in New York
The most transparent dealers in New York, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Toyota of Batavia
Batavia, NY
$45 below the New York average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesDepaula Ford
Albany, NY
$45 below the New York average
No mandatory add-ons · 17 verified quotes
See the quotesTeddy Volkswagen
Bronx, NY
$45 below the New York average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesTasca Mazda Yonkers
Yonkers, NYYonkers, NY
Tarrytown Honda
Tarrytown, NYTarrytown, NY
Suresky Hyundai
Goshen, NYGoshen, NY
Subaru White Plains
Elmsford, NYElmsford, NY
Ferrari of Long Island
Plainview, NYPlainview, NY
Garvey Hyundai
Queensbury, NYQueensbury, NY
Saratoga Honda
Saratoga Springs, NYSaratoga Springs, NY
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Highest Doc Fees in New York
These New York dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $220.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Prestige Toyota | $999 | 3 |
| 2 | Bob Johnson Volkswagen of Watertown | $886 | 3 |
| 3 | Capital Indian Trail | $800 | 6 |
| 4 | Morris Ford | $795 | 4 |
| 5 | Luxury Auto Group | $724 | 9 |
| 6 | Colonial Subaru | $699 | 14 |
| 7 | Liacars.Com | $699 | 3 |
| 8 | Lia Toyota Rockland | $699 | 5 |
| 9 | Burlington Hyundai | $599 | 3 |
| 10 | Empire Toyota of Huntington | $523 | 7 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in New York
These New York dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz of Brooklyn | F 42/100 | — | 3 |
| Luxury Auto Group | F 50/100 | $724 | 9 |
| Capital Indian Trail | F 59/100 | $800 | 6 |
| North Coast Subaru | D 60/100 | — | 4 |
| Andy's Woodfield | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| BMW of Hudson Valley | D 60/100 | — | 5 |
| Island Acura | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| GMC Bedford Hills | D 60/100 | — | 6 |
| Steet Toyota of Johnstown-Gloversville | D 60/100 | — | 5 |
| Champion Maserati | D 60/100 | — | 4 |
Most Common Add-ons in New York
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in New York, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in New York
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in New York?
Toyota
56 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Ford
54 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Jeep
51 dealers · Avg score: 78/100
Chrysler
49 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Dodge
48 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Chevrolet
48 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Ram
42 dealers · Avg score: 78/100
Honda
41 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Hyundai
38 dealers · Avg score: 71/100
GMC
36 dealers · Avg score: 75/100
Kia
35 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Subaru
35 dealers · Avg score: 78/100
Nissan
31 dealers · Avg score: 74/100
Volkswagen
26 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Mazda
25 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
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How New York compares to its neighbors
Average doc fees next door. Crossing a state line can change what the dealer charges.
New York Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in New York?
As of October 2026, the average documentation fee in New York is $220, based on 2,202 verified out-the-door quotes from 558 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $184 below the $404 national average.
Which New York dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Prestige Toyota charges the highest verified doc fee in New York at $999. Doc fees across the state range from $21 to $1,775.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in New York?
Toyota of Batavia in Batavia is the highest-rated dealer in New York with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 3 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in New York?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a New York dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 448 of 788 rated New York dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.