Kia North County

CA11 verified quotes*These quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.Data: Dec 15, 2025 - Dec 19, 2025Claim this page

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Transparent Dealer

Score: 95.1/100

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.

$380

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.

$967

Kia North County Data-Driven Review

Based on 11 verified OTD quotes collected between Dec 2025 and Dec 2025, Kia North County earns a Grade A transparency score of 95.1/100. Their typical doc fee of $85 is at or below the CA average. When present, add-ons average $380, which is relatively low. Buyers who negotiated saved an average of $967.

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.84

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 ($85) is at or below CA average ($85)
✓Average dealer add-ons of $380 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
2025 Kia Sportage Hybrid LX (A6) 4dr Front-Wheel Drive	$28,999	$530	$85	None	View
2025 Kia Sorento LX (A8) 4dr Front-Wheel Drive	$31,302	$1,403	$85	None	View

2025 Kia Sportage Hybrid

LX (A6) 4dr Front-Wheel Drive

$28,999

Doc Fee$85

Add-onsNone

Savings$530

View Original OTD Quote

2025 Kia Sorento

LX (A8) 4dr Front-Wheel Drive

$31,302

Doc Fee$85

Add-onsNone

Savings$1,403

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.

alds-starguardavg $1,395

3 quotes

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kia North County's doc fee?

Kia North County charges a typical documentation fee of $85. The CA average is $98. This is based on 11 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Kia North County add mandatory add-ons?

Kia North County adds an average of $380 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 Kia North County a good dealer?

Kia North County has a transparency score of 95.1/100, earning a Grade A. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 11 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 Kia North County

📝Minor add-ons (~$380) may appear. Ask what's included and if they can be removed.
⭐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.
✅Dealer markup is only +0% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.

Data Summary

Total Quotes: 11
Recent (12mo): 11
Complete Data: 11

What to Expect

When shopping at Kia North County:

Expect a doc fee around $85
Add-ons may total around $380
OTD price is typically 0-1% above listing

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