Capitol Kia

Name: Capitol Kia
Address: 755 Capitol Expressway Auto Mall, San Jose, CA, 95136, US
Telephone: 408-266-5900
Price range: Doc Fee: $85
Rating: 3.6

San Jose, CA5 verified quotes*These quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.Data: Jan 18, 2026 - Jan 30, 2026Claim this page

72.6/100

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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.

$85

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.

$3,157

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.

$653

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.100

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.22

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.60

✓Doc fee ($85) is at or below CA average ($85)
✓Average dealer add-ons of $3,157 when present
✓Dealer markup averages 0.0% above listing (excellent — minimal fees beyond the vehicle price)

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$85

CA avg$85

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
2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab Custom Crew Cab Custom	$28,119	—	—	$595	View
0	$57,293	—	—	$13,999	View
2022 Genesis G70 3.3T	$37,741	$653	$85	None	View
2022 Genesis G70 3.3T	$38,394	—	$85	$595	View

2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab Custom

Crew Cab Custom

$28,119

Doc Fee—

Add-ons$595

Savings—

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0

$57,293

Doc Fee—

Add-ons$13,999

Savings—

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2022 Genesis G70 3.3T

$37,741

Doc Fee$85

Add-onsNone

Savings$653

View Original OTD Quote

2022 Genesis G70 3.3T

$38,394

Doc Fee$85

Add-ons$595

Savings—

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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.

dealer-installed equipmentavg $595

2 quotes

dealer-installed equipment - pcp theft deterrentavg $595

2 quotes

vehicle service contract (3 years / 36k miles)avg $5,454

1 quote

pre-paid maintenance (3 years / 36k miles)avg $5,460

1 quote

tire & wheel protection (3 years)avg $1,495

1 quote

gap (5 years)avg $995

1 quote

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Capitol Kia's doc fee?

Capitol Kia charges a typical documentation fee of $85. The CA average is $98. This is based on 5 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Capitol Kia add mandatory add-ons?

Capitol Kia adds an average of $3,157 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 Capitol Kia a good dealer?

Capitol Kia has a transparency score of 72.6/100, earning a Grade C. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 5 verified OTD quotes. This is an average score. Compare with nearby dealers before making a decision.

At a Glance

Doc fee ($85) is at or below average

Minimal dealer markup above listing price

High add-ons averaging $3,157

Tips for Capitol Kia

🚨This dealer often adds $3,157 in dealer add-ons. Request a quote WITHOUT any add-ons upfront. These are almost always removable.
✅Doc fee ($85) is at or below national average. One less thing to negotiate.
✅Dealer markup is only +0% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.

Data Summary

Total Quotes: 5
Recent (12mo): 5
Complete Data: 3

What to Expect

When shopping at Capitol Kia:

Expect a doc fee around $85
Add-ons may total around $3,157
OTD price is typically 0-1% above listing

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