Best Car Dealers in Arkansas
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 106 of 556 Arkansas car dealers from 283 verified out-the-door quotes. Arkansas's average doc fee is $142.
79 of 106 rated Arkansas dealers earn an A · 16 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 25, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Natural State
Arkansas's dealer grade: B
81/100 average transparency score
49th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 106 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 556 dealers →Gwatney Chevrolet
Jacksonville, AR
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesLanders Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Little Rock
Little Rock, AR
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesMclarty Mazda
North Little Rock, AR
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesSuperior Dodge Chrysler Jeep
Conway, ARConway, AR
Cogswell Ford
Russellville, ARRussellville, AR
Crain Kia Of Sherwood
Sherwood, ARSherwood, AR
Crain Kia Of Bentonville
Bentonville, ARBentonville, AR
Crain Chevrolet
Little Rock, ARLittle Rock, AR
Landers Toyota
Little Rock, ARLittle Rock, AR
Mark Mclarty Lincoln
North Little Rock, ARNorth Little Rock, AR
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More Dealers in Arkansas
Cogswell Mazda
Russellville, AR · 6 verified quotes
Superior Mazda
Bentonville, AR · 11 verified quotes
Mclarty Volvo Cars Of Little Rock
Little Rock, AR · 5 verified quotes
BMW Of Little Rock
Little Rock, AR · 5 verified quotes
Russell Honda
North Little Rock, AR · 9 verified quotes
Mclarty Daniel
Bentonville, AR · 8 verified quotes
Jay Hodge Ford Of Morrilton
Morrilton, AR · 4 verified quotes
Fletcher Honda Bentonville
Bentonville, AR · 8 verified quotes
Crain Hyundai Of Fort Smith
Fort Smith, AR · 3 verified quotes
Crain Hyundai
Bentonville, AR · 15 verified quotes
Whitson-Morgan Chevrolet, Inc.
Clarksville, AR · 3 verified quotes
Crain Buick GMC Of Springdale
Springdale, AR · 4 verified quotes
Landers Toyota Of Nwa
Rogers, AR · 6 verified quotes
Infiniti Of Central Arkansas
Benton, AR · 3 verified quotes
Riser
Hot Springs, AR · 3 verified quotes
Mclarty Daniel Buick GMC
Bentonville, AR · 3 verified quotes
J. Pauley Toyota
Fort Smith, AR · 3 verified quotes
Everett Volkswagen
Rogers, AR · 4 verified quotes
Superior Nissan Of Conway
Conway, AR · 5 verified quotes
Adventure Subaru
Fayetteville, AR · 5 verified quotes
Dealers by City in Arkansas
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 July 2026, the average documentation fee at 64 rated Arkansas dealers is $142, based on 283 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?
Gwatney Chevrolet, Landers Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Little Rock, Mclarty Mazda lead the Arkansas transparency rankings. 79 of 106 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 $142. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 85% 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.