Nutley Kia

Nutley, NJ5 verified quotes*These quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.Data: Aug 14, 2025 - Jan 31, 2026Claim this page
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Transparent Dealer
Score: 92.8/100
Shop Inventory973-667-0500Website
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.
$418
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.
$2,289

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.76
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 at or below NJ average ($695)
  • Average dealer add-ons of $418 when present
  • Dealer markup averages 0.0% above listing (excellent — minimal fees beyond the vehicle price)

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$599
NJ avg$695
National avg$398

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

2024 Kia Sportage

SX-Prestige AWD

$33,452
Doc Fee$699
Add-ons$795
Savings$533
View Original OTD Quote

2025 Kia Sorento

X-Line EX AWD

$43,997
Doc Fee$599
Add-onsNone
Savings$4,044
View Original OTD Quote

2025 Kia Sorento

X-Line EX AWD

$47,497
Doc Fee$599
Add-onsNone
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.

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stargardavg $795
1 quote
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all aftermarketsavg $1,295
1 quote

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nutley Kia's doc fee?

Nutley Kia charges a typical documentation fee of $599. The NJ average is $619. This is based on 5 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Nutley Kia add mandatory add-ons?

Nutley Kia adds an average of $418 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 Nutley Kia a good dealer?

Nutley Kia has a transparency score of 92.8/100, 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 ($599) is at or below average
Minimal dealer markup above listing price
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Tips for Nutley Kia

  • 📋Doc fee ($599) is slightly above average. Worth asking for a reduction.
  • 📝Minor add-ons (~$418) 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
5
Recent (12mo)
5
Complete Data
5

What to Expect

When shopping at Nutley Kia:

  • Expect a doc fee around $599
  • Add-ons may total around $418
  • OTD price is typically 0-1% above listing
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