Dealer Fees in Rhode Island
Real fee data from 16 verified buyer deals across 8 dealerships
$411
Avg Doc Fee
$420
State Cap
$400 – $420
Range Seen
Rhode Island caps doc fees at $420
By state law, Rhode Island dealerships cannot charge more than $420 for documentation. Many dealers charge less. The data below shows what dealers actually charge.
Capped at $420 by state law
Rhode Island Dealers by Doc Fee (Lowest First)
| Dealer | City | Doc Fee | Deals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balise Cbg, Llc Dba Hurd Auto Mall | Johnston | $400 | 1 |
| Balise Volkswagen | West Warwick | $400 | 1 |
| Grieco Toyota | East Providence | $400 | 2 |
| Toyota of Smithfield | Smithfield | $400 | 1 |
| BMW of Newport | Middletown | $400 | 2 |
| Audi Warwick | Warwick | $420 | 4 |
| Valenti Toyota | Westerly | $420 | 2 |
| Mercedes-Benz of Warwick | Warwick | $420 | 3 |
Based on verified buyer deal sheets. Doc fees extracted from itemized fee breakdowns.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average dealer doc fee in Rhode Island?
Based on 16 verified buyer deal sheets, the average documentation fee at Rhode Island dealerships is $411. Actual fees range from $400 to $420.
What is the doc fee cap in Rhode Island?
Rhode Island caps dealer documentation fees at $420. Not all dealers charge the maximum — check individual dealer profiles for actual fees.
Are dealer fees negotiable in Rhode Island?
Doc fees are generally fixed per dealership but you can negotiate the overall deal to offset them. Add-ons (paint protection, VIN etching, pro packs) are almost always negotiable — ask to have them removed.