Best Car Dealers in Arkansas
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 112 of 560 Arkansas car dealers from 310 verified out-the-door quotes. Arkansas's average doc fee is $140.
86 of 112 rated Arkansas dealers earn an A · 17 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 31, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Natural State
Arkansas's dealer grade: B
82/100 average transparency score
49th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 112 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 560 dealers →Superior Dodge Chrysler Jeep
Conway, 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 quotesGwatney Chevrolet
Jacksonville, AR
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesCogswell Ford
Russellville, ARRussellville, AR
Landers Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Little Rock
Little Rock, ARLittle Rock, AR
Crain Kia Of Sherwood
Sherwood, ARSherwood, AR
Crain Kia Of Bentonville
Bentonville, ARBentonville, AR
Crain Chevrolet
Little Rock, ARLittle Rock, AR
Superior Mazda
Bentonville, ARBentonville, AR
Landers Toyota
Little Rock, ARLittle Rock, AR
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More Dealers in Arkansas
Crain Ford Of Little Rock
Little Rock, AR · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Mclarty Daniel Ford
Bentonville, AR · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Honda Of Jonesboro
Jonesboro, AR · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Cavenaugh Hyundai
Jonesboro, AR · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Superior Nissan
Fayetteville, AR · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Pioneer Auto Wholesale
Gentry, AR · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Clay Maxey Berryville
Berryville, AR · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Best Ride Inc
Russellville, AR · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Buffalo River Auto Sales,Llc
Marshall, AR · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Philwright Autoplex
Russellville, AR · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Creekwood Motor Company
Searcy, AR · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Mclarty Honda
Little Rock, AR · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Chevrolet
Conway, AR · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Chris Crain
Benton, AR · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Chris Crain Dodge Jeep Ram
Benton, AR · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Crain Hyundai Of Fayetteville
Fayetteville, AR · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Magness Toyota
Harrison, AR · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Meadows Ford
Mountain View, AR · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Cogswell Motors
Russellville, AR · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Superior Buick GMC
Fayetteville, AR · 2 verified quotesLimited data
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 69 rated Arkansas dealers is $140, based on 310 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?
Superior Dodge Chrysler Jeep, Mclarty Mazda, Gwatney Chevrolet lead the Arkansas transparency rankings. 86 of 112 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 $140. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 84% 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.