Best Car Dealers in Arkansas
As of September 2026, CarEdge grades 156 of 590 Arkansas car dealers from 353 verified out-the-door quotes. Arkansas's average doc fee is $145.
93 of 156 rated Arkansas dealers earn an A · 49 earn a D or F
Data updated Sep 24, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Natural State
Arkansas's dealer grade: C
79/100 average transparency score
51st highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 156 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 590 dealers →BMW Of Little Rock
Little Rock, AR
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesCogswell Ford
Russellville, AR
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesEverett Chevrolet
Benton, AR
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesGwatney Chevrolet
Jacksonville, ARJacksonville, AR
Landers Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Little Rock
Little Rock, ARLittle Rock, AR
Magness Toyota
Harrison, ARHarrison, AR
Mclarty Mazda
North Little Rock, ARNorth Little Rock, AR
Superior Buick GMC
Fayetteville, ARFayetteville, AR
Superior Dodge Chrysler Jeep
Conway, ARConway, AR
Superior Mazda
Bentonville, ARBentonville, AR
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More Dealers in Arkansas
Crain Kia Of Sherwood
Sherwood, AR · 8 verified quotes
Crain Kia Of Bentonville
Bentonville, AR · 7 verified quotes
Smart Honda
White Hall, AR · 4 verified quotes
Crain Hyundai
Bentonville, AR · 11 verified quotes
Infiniti Of Central Arkansas
Benton, AR · 8 verified quotes
Crain Ford Of Little Rock
Little Rock, AR · 6 verified quotes
Russell Honda
North Little Rock, AR · 6 verified quotes
Cavenaugh Kia
Jonesboro, AR · 4 verified quotes
Mark Mclarty Lincoln
North Little Rock, AR · 9 verified quotes
Crain Chevrolet
England, AR · 3 verified quotes
Jay Hodge Ford Of Morrilton
Morrilton, AR · 3 verified quotes
Mclarty Volvo Cars Of Little Rock
Little Rock, AR · 3 verified quotes
Cogswell Mazda
Russellville, AR · 5 verified quotes
Landers Toyota
Little Rock, AR · 9 verified quotes
Frank Fletcher Honda
Bentonville, AR · 7 verified quotes
Landers Toyota Of Nwa
Rogers, AR · 12 verified quotes
Mclarty Daniel
Bentonville, AR · 6 verified quotes
Central Pontiac-Gmc
Jonesboro, AR · 3 verified quotes
Superior Dcj - Siloam Springs
Siloam Springs, AR · 3 verified quotes
Everett Buick GMC
Bryant, AR · 7 verified quotes
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Arkansas doc fee law
Arkansas caps dealer documentation fees at $129. Anything materially higher on an Arkansas quote is worth challenging before you sign.
Arkansas Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Arkansas?
As of September 2026, the average documentation fee at 110 rated Arkansas dealers is $145, based on 353 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. State law caps Arkansas doc fees at approximately $129.
Who are the best car dealers in Arkansas?
BMW Of Little Rock, Cogswell Ford, Everett Chevrolet lead the Arkansas transparency rankings. 93 of 156 rated Arkansas dealers earned an A grade for fair fees, minimal add-ons, and honest pricing.
How are Arkansas dealers graded?
Each dealer is scored 0-100 from verified out-the-door price quotes: fee transparency (30%), add-on behavior (30%), price accuracy (30%), and data quality (10%). Grades update as new Arkansas quotes are verified.
How Arkansas compares to its neighbors
Average doc fees next door. Crossing a state line can change what the dealer charges.
Tips for Buying a Car in Arkansas
- Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in Arkansas is $145. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 83% of dealers in Arkansas charge no mandatory add-ons.
- Get multiple quotes: Request OTD quotes from at least 3 dealers to compare total prices, not just sticker prices.
- Check transparency scores: Dealers with scores above 80 typically have fair doc fees and minimal add-ons.