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CDK Global

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As of 30 August 2026, CDK Global's pricing is not published; the vendor quotes on request. CDK Global is a leading provider of integrated technology solutions to the automotive, heavy truck, recreation, and heavy equipment industries. Softwr lists it under Automotive. CDK Global is made by CDK Global LLC, launched in 2014, available on Web, Windows, macOS, API.

Overview

What CDK Global does

CDK Global is a leading provider of integrated technology solutions to the automotive, heavy truck, recreation, and heavy equipment industries. Their Dealer Management System (DMS) helps automotive dealerships manage sales, service, parts, and customer relationships in one unified platform.

What people use it for

  • Dealership operations
  • Sales management
  • Service department
  • Parts management
  • Financial reporting

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Where it falls short

Concrete and checkable, so you can decide whether any of them matter to you. This is the half of a review a vendor will not write about CDK Global.

  • No pricing information is published on the website
  • Pricing model is not disclosed; buyers must contact sales directly

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Pricing

What CDK Global costs

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Drive

On request

  • Core DMS functionality
  • Sales & F&I
  • Service & parts
  • Accounting integration
  • Basic reporting

Drive+

On request

  • Everything in Drive
  • Advanced CRM
  • Digital retailing
  • Enhanced analytics
  • Multi-location support

Enterprise

On request

  • Everything in Drive+
  • Custom integrations
  • Dedicated support
  • Advanced security
  • OEM certifications

Capabilities

Features

  • Dealer Management System

  • Sales desking

  • F&I management

  • Service scheduling

  • Parts inventory

  • Accounting

  • CRM integration

  • Digital retailing

  • OEM systems

    Integration with OEM systems

  • Credit bureaus

    Integration with Credit bureaus

  • Lender networks

    Integration with Lender networks

  • DMS Connect

    Integration with DMS Connect

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Questions people ask

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How much does CDK Global cost?

CDK Global does not publish pricing on its website. The vendor requires customers to contact their sales team directly at 833.620.2129 or through their contact form to obtain quotes.

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What is CDK Global's pricing model?

The pricing model is not disclosed. CDK Global directs all pricing inquiries to their sales team, suggesting a custom quote or negotiated pricing structure.

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Is there a free trial available?

No information about free trials is provided on CDK Global's website.

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Who should I contact for pricing information?

Contact CDK Global's sales team at 833.620.2129 or 847.397.1700, or visit their Contact Us page to request pricing information.

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Behind it

Who makes CDK Global

Company
CDK Global LLC
Based in
Austin, TX
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