Carlson Toyota

Name: Carlson Toyota
Address: 12880 Riverdale Drive Northwest, Minneapolis, MN, 55448, US
Telephone: 877-203-8711
Rating: 4.3

Minneapolis, MN4 verified quotes*These quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.Data: Oct 2, 2025 - Nov 6, 2025Claim this page

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Transparent Dealer

Score: 85.5/100

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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.

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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.

$75

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.

$320

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.85

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.0

✓Average dealer add-ons of $75 when present
✓Dealer markup averages 0.0% above listing (excellent — minimal fees beyond the vehicle price)

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
2025 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XLE	$42,227	$320	—	None	View
2025 Toyota RAV4 LE	$36,222	—	—	None	View

2025 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

XLE

$42,227

Doc Fee—

Add-onsNone

Savings$320

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2025 Toyota RAV4

$36,222

Doc Fee—

Add-onsNone

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.

optional accessoriesavg $299

1 quote

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Carlson Toyota add mandatory add-ons?

Carlson Toyota adds an average of $75 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 Carlson Toyota a good dealer?

Carlson Toyota has a transparency score of 85.5/100, earning a Grade B. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 4 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.

At a Glance

Minimal dealer markup above listing price

Tips for Carlson Toyota

📝Minor add-ons (~$75) may appear. Ask what's included and if they can be removed.
✅Dealer markup is only +0% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
ℹ️Limited data (4 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.

Data Summary

Total Quotes: 4
Recent (12mo): 4
Complete Data: 0

What to Expect

When shopping at Carlson Toyota:

Add-ons may total around $75
OTD price is typically 0-1% above listing

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