Autonation Hyundai Columbia

Name: AutoNation Hyundai Columbia
Address: 310 Greystone Boulevard, Columbia, SC, 29210, US
Telephone: 844-931-0114
Price range: Doc Fee: $599
Rating: 4.5

Columbia, SC15 verified quotes*These quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.Data: Aug 13, 2025 - Jan 28, 2026Claim this page

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Transparent Dealer

Score: 90/100

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Doc FeeA documentation fee (doc fee) covers the dealer's cost for processing paperwork. It's legally required to be the same for all customers at a given dealership. In most states, this fee is negotiable.

$599

Avg Add-onsDealer add-ons are optional products like paint protection, window tinting, or anti-theft devices. These are often marked up significantly and can usually be declined or negotiated.

$183

Dealer MarkupThe percentage the dealer adds above the listing price in fees (doc fee, add-ons, and other charges). Taxes and government fees are excluded. Lower is better.

+0.0%

Avg NegotiatedThe difference between the first quote and final quote for the same vehicle. Shows how much was saved through negotiation.

$534

Autonation Hyundai Columbia Data-Driven Review

Based on 15 verified OTD quotes collected between Aug 2025 and Jan 2026, Autonation Hyundai Columbia earns a Grade A transparency score of 90/100. Their doc fee of $599 is $213 above the SC average ($386). When present, add-ons average $183, which is relatively low. Buyers who negotiated saved an average of $534.

Transparency Score BreakdownOur transparency score (0-100) measures how upfront dealers are about pricing. Higher scores mean lower doc fees, fewer add-ons, and prices closer to what's advertised.

Fee Transparency (30%)Measures doc fee fairness. Dealers charging at or below $499 score highest. Fees above $1,500 score lowest. Doc fees are the same for every customer at a dealership.79

Add-on Behavior (30%)Measures how often the dealer adds extra products to deals. Dealers who rarely push add-ons or keep them minimal score highest.88

Dealer Markup (30%)Measures dealer-controlled fees above the listed price, excluding taxes and title fees. Dealers with minimal markup score highest.100

Data Quality (10%)Measures how complete the pricing data is in our records. More complete data = more reliable scores.100

✓Doc fee ($599) is slightly above SC average ($400)
✓Average dealer add-ons of $183 when present
✓Dealer markup averages 0.0% above listing (excellent — minimal fees beyond the vehicle price)

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$599

SC avg$400

National avg$398

Recent QuotesThese quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.

Vehicle	Final PriceOut-the-door (OTD) price is the total amount you'll pay, including the vehicle price, taxes, fees, and any add-ons. This is the number that matters when comparing deals.	SavingsThe difference between the first quote and final quote for the same vehicle. Shows how much was saved through negotiation.	Doc FeeA documentation fee (doc fee) covers the dealer's cost for processing paperwork. It's legally required to be the same for all customers at a given dealership. In most states, this fee is negotiable.	Add-onsDealer add-ons are optional products like paint protection, window tinting, or anti-theft devices. These are often marked up significantly and can usually be declined or negotiated.	OTD
2020 Ford Escape se 4dr front-wheel drive	$9,001	$769	$599	None	—
2026 Hyundai Sonata n line (dct) 4dr front-wheel drive sedan n line (dct)	$35,633	$299	$599	None	—
2025 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited	$38,978	—	$599	None	View
2026 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV Calligraphy	$52,107	—	$599	None	View
2015 Toyota Highlander Limited Platinum	$18,664	—	$599	None	View
2022 Acura MDX Advance Package (A10) 4dr SH-AWD	$42,250	—	$599	None	View
2025 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV Calligraphy	$46,573	—	$599	$1,098	View
2025 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV Calligraphy	$46,574	—	$599	$1,348	View

2020 Ford Escape

se 4dr front-wheel drive

$9,001

Doc Fee$599

Add-onsNone

Savings$769

2026 Hyundai Sonata n line (dct) 4dr front-wheel drive sedan

n line (dct)

$35,633

Doc Fee$599

Add-onsNone

Savings$299

2025 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid

Limited

$38,978

Doc Fee$599

Add-onsNone

Savings—

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2026 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV

Calligraphy

$52,107

Doc Fee$599

Add-onsNone

Savings—

View Original OTD Quote

2015 Toyota Highlander

Limited Platinum

$18,664

Doc Fee$599

Add-onsNone

Savings—

View Original OTD Quote

2022 Acura MDX

Advance Package (A10) 4dr SH-AWD

$42,250

Doc Fee$599

Add-onsNone

Savings—

View Original OTD Quote

2025 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV

Calligraphy

$46,573

Doc Fee$599

Add-ons$1,098

Savings—

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2025 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV

Calligraphy

$46,574

Doc Fee$599

Add-ons$1,348

Savings—

View Original OTD Quote

Most Common Add-onsThe most frequently seen dealer add-ons at this dealer, based on itemized OTD quotes. Shows how often each add-on appears and the average price when present.

premium ceramic window tintavg $499

3 quotes

appearance protection - 3 yr #avg $499

1 quote

appearance protection - 3 yravg $749

1 quote

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Autonation Hyundai Columbia's doc fee?

Autonation Hyundai Columbia charges a typical documentation fee of $599. The SC average is $386. This is based on 15 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Autonation Hyundai Columbia add mandatory add-ons?

Autonation Hyundai Columbia adds an average of $183 in dealer add-ons when present. Ask for an itemized breakdown and negotiate to remove non-essential items like paint protection, nitrogen tire fill, or VIN etching.

Is Autonation Hyundai Columbia a good dealer?

Autonation Hyundai Columbia has a transparency score of 90/100, earning a Grade A. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 15 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.

At a Glance

Minimal dealer markup above listing price

Doc fee ($599) is well above average ($386)

Tips for Autonation Hyundai Columbia

📋Doc fee ($599) is slightly above average. Worth asking for a reduction.
📝Minor add-ons (~$183) may appear. Ask what's included and if they can be removed.
⭐A-rated dealer! Focus on vehicle price negotiation—fees are already competitive.
✅Dealer markup is only +0% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.

Data Summary

Total Quotes: 15
Recent (12mo): 15
Complete Data: 15

What to Expect

When shopping at Autonation Hyundai Columbia:

Expect a doc fee around $599
Add-ons may total around $183
OTD price is typically 0-1% above listing

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