Toyota Of Escondido

CA19 verified quotes*These quotes come from real negotiations by CarEdge members. Each quote shows actual pricing a customer received from this dealer.Data: Aug 22, 2025 - Feb 6, 2026Claim this page
B
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Transparent Dealer
Score: 83.7/100
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.
$1,584
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.
$3,244

Toyota Of Escondido Data-Driven Review

Based on 19 verified OTD quotes collected between Aug 2025 and Feb 2026, Toyota Of Escondido earns a Grade B transparency score of 83.7/100. Their typical doc fee of $85 is at or below the CA average. Add-ons average $1,584 when present — ask for an itemized breakdown. Buyers who negotiated saved an average of $3,244.

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.58
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.63
  • Doc fee ($85) is at or below CA average ($85)
  • Average dealer add-ons of $1,584 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.

2026 Toyota Tundra Limited

Limited

$75,452
Doc Fee
Add-ons$8,927
Savings
View Original OTD Quote

2025 Toyota TACOMA

BLACK SOFTEX

$54,213
Doc Fee$85
Add-onsNone
Savings$2,379
View Original OTD Quote

2025 Toyota RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid XSE

XSE

$55,814
Doc Fee
Add-ons$5,929
Savings
View Original OTD Quote

2026 Toyota COROLLA

BLACK

$28,931
Doc Fee$85
Add-onsNone
Savings
View Original OTD Quote

2025 Toyota RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid XSE

XSE

$54,363
Doc Fee
Add-ons$4,478
Savings
View Original OTD Quote

2022 Toyota SIENNA

SV

$57,997
Doc Fee$85
Add-onsNone
Savings
View Original OTD Quote

2025 Toyota RAV4

BLACK

$34,443
Doc Fee$85
Add-onsNone
Savings$4,108
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.

1
weather packageavg $375
4 quotes
2
50 state emissions
4 quotes
3
premium packageavg $2,585
4 quotes
4
mudguardsavg $155
4 quotes
5
all-weather liner packageavg $329
4 quotes
6
blackout emblem overlaysavg $175
4 quotes
7
cross barsavg $315
4 quotes
8
taxable a.m.o.avg $1,443
2 quotes
9
dealer installed accessoriesavg $8,927
1 quote
10
simonez paint protectionavg $1,995
1 quote

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Toyota Of Escondido's doc fee?

Toyota Of Escondido charges a typical documentation fee of $85. The CA average is $98. This is based on 19 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Toyota Of Escondido add mandatory add-ons?

Toyota Of Escondido adds an average of $1,584 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 Toyota Of Escondido a good dealer?

Toyota Of Escondido has a transparency score of 83.7/100, earning a Grade B. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 19 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
High add-ons averaging $1,584

Tips for Toyota Of Escondido

  • 🚨This dealer often adds $1,584 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
19
Recent (12mo)
19
Complete Data
12

What to Expect

When shopping at Toyota Of Escondido:

  • Expect a doc fee around $85
  • Add-ons may total around $1,584
  • OTD price is typically 0-1% above listing
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