Best Car Dealers in Minnesota
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 209 of 1022 Minnesota car dealers from 672 verified out-the-door quotes. Minnesota's average doc fee is $335.
141 of 209 rated Minnesota dealers earn an A · 31 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 9, 2026 · How we score dealers
The North Star State
Minnesota's dealer grade: B
82/100 average transparency score
38th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 209 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 1022 dealers →Hayford Ford
Isanti, MN
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesRochester Ford
Rochester, MN
$169 below the Minnesota average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesLuther Cadillac
Vadnais Heights, MN
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesLuther St. Cloud Honda
Waite Park, MNWaite Park, MN
Lupient Kia Nissan
Minneapolis, MNMinneapolis, MN
Luther Nissan Of Inver Grove
Inver Grove, MNInver Grove, MN
Lupient Nissan
Brooklyn Park, MNBrooklyn Park, MN
Luther Nissan
Inver Grove Heights, MNInver Grove Heights, MN
Subaru Of Rochester
Rochester, MNRochester, MN
St. Cloud Toyota
Waite Park, MNWaite Park, MN
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More Dealers in Minnesota
Top Gear Auto Sales Llc
Le Roy, MN
Top Point Automotive
Rice, MN
Torgerson Auto Sales
Harmony, MN
Tower Auto Mart
Minneapolis, MN
Toy Barn Motors
New York Mills, MN
Tri City Auto
Columbia Heights, MN
Tri Rivers Chevrolet
Hastings, MN
Tri-state Auto Outlet Corp
Hokah, MN
Triangle Auto Sales
Forest Lake, MN
Triple R Sales
Lake City, MN
True North Motors
Burnsville, MN
Twin Cities Motors
Isanti, MN
Twin Cities Performance
Minneapolis, MN
Twin Cities Performance - Ferrari
Minneapolis, MN
Two Harbors Ford
Two Harbors, MN
U Car Connect
Eden Prairie, MN
Unique Classic Cars
Mankato, MN
United Auto Group
Farmington, MN
United Motors
St. Cloud, MN
Upshift Motors
Saint Bonifacius, MN
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Minnesota Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Minnesota?
As of July 2026, the average documentation fee at 162 rated Minnesota dealers is $335, based on 672 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Who are the best car dealers in Minnesota?
Hayford Ford, Rochester Ford, Luther Cadillac lead the Minnesota transparency rankings. 141 of 209 rated Minnesota dealers earned an A grade for fair fees, minimal add-ons, and honest pricing.
How are Minnesota 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 Minnesota quotes are verified.
How Minnesota 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 Minnesota
- Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in Minnesota is $335. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 70% of dealers in Minnesota 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.