SAH (Sonic Automotive) Moat Score: 4/10 (As of Jun. 28, 2026)


SAH Sonic Automotive Inc SAH
82 GF Score
Price $84.51
GF Value $64.31
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 7 Warning Signs
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What is Sonic Automotive Moat Score?

Sonic Automotive SAH +2.18% 82 Moat Score is 4 as of Jun. 28, 2026. GuruFocus rates SAH with a GF Score™ of 82/100 and a GF Value™ of $64.31 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,317 Vehicles & Parts companies, Sonic Automotive ranks better than 90.36% on this metric.

Sonic Automotive has the Moat Score of 4, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat.

Sonic Automotive has Narrow Moat: Sonic Automotive Inc has a discernible moat due to its established brand and distribution network in the automotive retail sector. However, the industry is highly competitive with low switching costs and limited pricing power, resulting in a modest moat.

Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more.

The company's Moat Score is based on these criteria:

1. Market leadership and sustainable market share
2. Network effects and significant customer switching costs
3. Valuable intellectual property and patents
4. Strong brand strength and deep customer loyalty
5. Durable cost advantages (e.g., economies of scale, proprietary technology)
6. Significant regulatory barriers and exclusive licenses
7. Superior distribution network
8. Strong and sustainable pricing power
9. Consistent and impactful innovation and R&D capabilities

Based on the research, GuruFocus believes Sonic Automotive might have Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat.

Sonic Automotive  (NYSE:SAH) Moat Score Explanation

The Moat Score ranges from 0 to 10, with 10 as the highest. GuruFocus divided Moat Score into following 8 categories:

Moat Score Moat Level
10Wide Moat - Exceptionally dominant and durable wide moat
8 - 9Wide Moat - Clear and robust wide moat
7Wide Moat - Entry-level wide moat, clearly possessing durable advantages
6Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide
5Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat
4Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat
1 - 3No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages
0No Moat - No discernible moat

Sonic Automotive Moat Score Related Terms

SAH vs CARG, MCW, DRVN: Moat Score Comparison

For the Auto & Truck Dealerships subindustry, Sonic Automotive's Moat Score, along with its competitors' market caps and Moat Score data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.

Sonic Automotive Moat Score vs Vehicles & Parts Industry

For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Sonic Automotive's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Sonic Automotive's Moat Score falls into.


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 4 mean?
Sonic Automotive (SAH) has a Moat Score of 4 as of Jun. 28, 2026. Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more. According to the industry distribution chart, Sonic Automotive ranks #127 out of 1317 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 9.6%.
Is Sonic Automotive's Moat Score too high?
Sonic Automotive's current Moat Score is 4. Based on the distribution chart, Sonic Automotive ranks #127 out of 1317 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Sonic Automotive has a GF Score™ of 82/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Sonic Automotive's Moat Score compare to CARG and MCW?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, Sonic Automotive ranks #127 out of 1317 companies for Moat Score. This places Sonic Automotive in the top 10% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Moat Score for a Vehicles & Parts company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Vehicles & Parts industry context. However, Moat Score should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Moat Score mean?
A high Moat Score can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more. Sonic Automotive's current Moat Score is 4. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Sonic Automotive stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sonic Automotive (SAH) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $64.31, compared to a current price of $84.51 — trading 31.4% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 4. Sonic Automotive's overall GF Score™ is 82/100 with 7 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Moat Score calculated?
Moat Score is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Sonic Automotive (SAH), the current Moat Score is 4 as of Jun. 28, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Sonic Automotive (SAH) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sonic Automotive stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $84.51 is trading 31.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of $64.31. GuruFocus considers Sonic Automotive to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for SAH:

  • Moat Score: 4
  • GF Value™: $64.31 vs. price of $84.51 (31.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 82/100 with 7 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the SAH stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Sonic Automotive Business Description

Other Exchanges SA8A:Germany
Address 4401 Colwick Road, Charlotte, NC, USA, 28211
Sonic Automotive is one of the largest auto dealership groups in the United States. The company has 107 franchised stores in 18 states, primarily in metropolitan areas in California, Texas, and the Southeast, plus 18 EchoPark used-vehicle stores in 10 states, 16 collision centers, and 20 powersports locations. The franchise stores derive revenue from new and used vehicles plus parts and collision repair, finance, insurance, and wholesale auctions. Luxury and import dealerships make up about 86% of franchise new-vehicle revenue, while Honda, BMW, Mercedes, and Toyota constitute about 56% of new-vehicle revenue. BMW is the largest brand at about 23%. 2025 revenue was $15.2 billion, with Texas and California constituting 51% of the total. EchoPark's portion was $2.1 billion.
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