Best Car Dealers in Louisiana

As of September 2026, CarEdge grades 272 of 733 Louisiana car dealers from 681 verified out-the-door quotes. Louisiana's average doc fee is $439.

105 of 272 rated Louisiana dealers earn an A · 102 earn a D or F

Data updated Sep 28, 2026 · How we score dealers

The Pelican State

Louisiana's dealer grade: C

74/100 average transparency score

30th highest doc fees in the U.S.

Based on 272 dealers with verified quotes.

$439
Avg Doc Fee
63%
No Add-ons
74/100
Avg Score
681
Verified Quotes

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Bill Hood Automotive Group

Hammond, LA · 3 verified quotes

$995doc fee$988add-ons
D
68/100
Below average
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Rainbow Luxury Imports

Covington, LA · 3 verified quotes

$325doc fee$2,162add-ons
D
65/100
Below average
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Premier Certified Pre-Owned

Harvey, LA · 6 verified quotes

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
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Giles Hyundai

Pineville, LA · 5 verified quotes

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
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Giles Subaru

Lafayette, LA · 4 verified quotes

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
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Hampton Toyota

Lafayette, LA · 4 verified quotes

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
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Barker Buick GMC

Houma, LA · 3 verified quotes

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
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Barker Kia

Houma, LA · 3 verified quotes

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
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Bolton Ford

Lake Charles, LA · 3 verified quotes

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
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Courtesy Chevrolet Breaux Bridge

Breaux Bridge, LA · 3 verified quotes

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
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Sterling Buick GMC

Opelousas, LA · 3 verified quotes

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
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Lake Charles Toyota

Lake Charles, LA · 12 verified quotes

$86add-ons
F
59/100
Buyer beware
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Lexus Of New Orleans

Metairie, LA · 5 verified quotes

$419add-ons
F
56/100
Buyer beware
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Ryan Honda

Monroe, LA · 4 verified quotes

$216add-ons
F
56/100
Buyer beware
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Audi Lafayette

Lafayette, LA · 3 verified quotes

$432add-ons
F
54/100
Buyer beware
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Lakeshore Kia

Slidell, LA · 5 verified quotes

No add-ons
F
50/100
Buyer beware
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Banner Ford

Mandeville, LA · 4 verified quotes

$1,173add-ons
F
39/100
Buyer beware
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Ascension Honda

Gonzales, LA · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$545doc fee$600add-ons
D
69/100
Below average
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Claude Debeaux Ford

Vivian, LA · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$899doc fee$499add-ons
D
68/100
Below average
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Navarre Nissan

Lake Charles, LA · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$425doc fee$7,509add-ons
D
65/100
Below average
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Louisiana doc fee law

Louisiana law caps dealer documentation fees at approximately $436. A doc fee above that level on a Louisiana quote is worth challenging before you sign.

Louisiana Dealer FAQ

What is the average dealer doc fee in Louisiana?

As of September 2026, the average documentation fee at 178 rated Louisiana dealers is $439, based on 681 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. State law caps Louisiana doc fees at approximately $436.

Who are the best car dealers in Louisiana?

Hollingsworth Richards Ford, Carlock Toyota Of Slidell, Team Mazda lead the Louisiana transparency rankings. 105 of 272 rated Louisiana dealers earned an A grade for fair fees, minimal add-ons, and honest pricing.

How are Louisiana 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 Louisiana quotes are verified.

How Louisiana 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 Louisiana

  • Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in Louisiana is $439. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Good news on add-ons: 63% of dealers in Louisiana 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.