Washington Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Washington? We analyzed 1,800 verified OTD quotes from 446 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of July 2026, the average doc fee at 362 rated Washington dealers is $215, $185 below the national average, based on 1,800 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Jul 26, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Evergreen State
Washington's dealer grade: B
80/100 average transparency score
47th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Washington has the 47th-highest average doc fee of the 50 states we track, at $215.
- 245 of 446 rated Washington dealers earned an A for transparency; 71 earned a D or F.
- Wendle in Spokane is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 3 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Washington range from $15 to $899 — Wilder Honda You Can Count On Us charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Washington is theft protection, appearing on 37% of itemized quotes at an average of $702.
Washington Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Washington
The most transparent dealers in Washington, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Wendle
Spokane, WA
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesVolvo Cars Seattle
Seattle, WA
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesVancouver Toyota
Vancouver, WA
No mandatory add-ons · 38 verified quotes
See the quotesDrive Kirkland
Kirkland, WAKirkland, WA
Archibald's
Kennewick, WAKennewick, WA
Tacoma Subaru
Tacoma, WATacoma, WA
Speck Hyundai Of Tri-Cities
Kennewick, WAKennewick, WA
Speck Buick GMC Of Tri-Cities
Pasco, WAPasco, WA
Auto Connections
Bellevue, WABellevue, WA
Rairdon's Volkswagen Of Everett
Everett, WAEverett, WA
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Highest Doc Fees in Washington
These Washington dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $215.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wilder Honda You Can Count On Us | $545 | 3 |
| 2 | Lee Peterson Buick GMC Of Yakima | $290 | 4 |
| 3 | Interstate Honda | $272 | 7 |
| 4 | Monroe | $245 | 4 |
| 5 | Dick Hannah Dealerships | $230 | 5 |
| 6 | Rairdon's Fiat Of Kirkland | $203 | 4 |
| 7 | Wendle | $200 | 3 |
| 8 | Volvo Cars Seattle | $200 | 5 |
| 9 | Vancouver Toyota | $200 | 38 |
| 10 | Drive Kirkland | $200 | 4 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Washington
These Washington dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motors Northwest | D 61.3/100 | $200 | 5 |
| Rairdon's Fiat Of Kirkland | D 67.6/100 | $203 | 4 |
| Sound Ford Inc. | D 68/100 | $160 | 10 |
| I-5 Toyota | C 70/100 | $200 | 4 |
| Renton Jeep Ram Dodge Chrysler Fiat | C 70/100 | $200 | 6 |
| Gene Pankey Motor Company | C 73/100 | $200 | 9 |
| Toyota Of Lake City | C 73.8/100 | $100 | 4 |
| Hyundai Of Yakima | C 75.7/100 | $200 | 3 |
| Alan Webb Nissan | C 76/100 | $200 | 8 |
| Foothills Toyota | C 76.2/100 | $15 | 13 |
Most Common Add-ons in Washington
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Washington, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Washington
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Washington?
Ford
30 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Toyota
27 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Chevrolet
22 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
Honda
21 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Subaru
19 dealers · Avg score: 67/100
Jeep
18 dealers · Avg score: 69/100
GMC
18 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Hyundai
17 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Dodge
16 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Nissan
16 dealers · Avg score: 75/100
Ram
15 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Chrysler
14 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Kia
14 dealers · Avg score: 54/100
Mazda
12 dealers · Avg score: 96/100
Volkswagen
11 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
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How Washington compares to its neighbors
Average doc fees next door. Crossing a state line can change what the dealer charges.
Washington Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Washington?
As of July 2026, the average documentation fee in Washington is $215, based on 1,800 verified out-the-door quotes from 362 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $185 below the $400 national average.
Which Washington dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Wilder Honda You Can Count On Us charges the highest verified doc fee in Washington at $545. Doc fees across the state range from $15 to $899.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Washington?
Wendle in Spokane is the highest-rated dealer in Washington with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 3 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Washington?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Washington dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 245 of 446 rated Washington dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.