Genesis Of Kearny Mesa

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Score: 96/100

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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

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%

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.100

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)
✓No mandatory dealer add-ons detected
✓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
2025 Genesis GV80 2.5T Select (A8) 4dr All-Wheel Drive	$68,770	—	$85	None	View

2025 Genesis GV80

2.5T Select (A8) 4dr All-Wheel Drive

$68,770

Doc Fee$85

Add-onsNone

Savings—

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Genesis Of Kearny Mesa's doc fee?

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

Is Genesis Of Kearny Mesa a good dealer?

Genesis Of Kearny Mesa has a transparency score of 96/100, earning a Grade A. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 5 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.

At a Glance

Doc fee ($85) is at or below average

Minimal dealer markup above listing price

Tips for Genesis Of Kearny Mesa

⭐A-rated dealer! Focus on vehicle price negotiation—fees are already competitive.
✅Doc fee ($85) is at or below national average. One less thing to negotiate.
👍This dealer typically doesn't add mandatory dealer add-ons. That's a good sign of transparency.
✅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 Genesis Of Kearny Mesa:

Expect a doc fee around $85
OTD price is typically 0-1% above listing

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