Best Car Dealers in Missouri
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 187 of 1340 Missouri car dealers from 575 verified out-the-door quotes. Missouri's average doc fee is $433.
110 of 187 rated Missouri dealers earn an A · 35 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 7, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Show-Me State
Missouri's dealer grade: C
77/100 average transparency score
28th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 187 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 1340 dealers →Heartland
Unionville, MO
$66 above the Missouri average
No mandatory add-ons · 10 verified quotes
See the quotesLuther Mazda Of Kansas City
Kansas City, MO
$34 below the Missouri average
No mandatory add-ons · 8 verified quotes
See the quotesReed Chevrolet
Saint Joseph, MO
$66 above the Missouri average
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesMolle
Belton, MOBelton, MO
Ackerman Toyota
St. Louis, MOSt. Louis, MO
Joe Machens Hyundai
Columbia, MOColumbia, MO
Bommarito St. Peters
St. Peters, MOSt. Peters, MO
Lou Fusz Buick GMC
St. Louis, MOSt. Louis, MO
Mercedes-Benz Of Chesterfield
O'Fallon, MOO'Fallon, MO
Reliable Lexus
Springfield, MOSpringfield, MO
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More Dealers in Missouri
Reed Buick GMC
Kansas City, MO
Reed Ford
Harrisonville, MO
Reliable Cars Kc Llc
Independence, MO
Reliable Chevrolet
Springfield, MO
Reliable Mazda
Springfield, MO
Reliable Subaru
Springfield, MO
Rennsport Kansas City
Kansas City, MO
Revheads
St. Louis, MO
Rf Motors
Saint Charles, MO
Rhine Auto Sales Inc
West Plains, MO
Rick Ball Chevrolet
Boonville, MO
Rick Ball Chevrolet GMC
Boonville, MO
Rick Ball Ford
Sedalia, MO
Rick Ball Ford Lincoln Sedalia
Sedalia, MO
Right Choice Motors Llc
Springfield, MO
Rivian St. Louis, Mo Service + Demo Center
Hazelwood, MO
Robbie's Auto Sales And Complete Auto Repair
Rolla, MO
Roberts Robinson
Excelsior Springs, MO
Rock Wall Auto Sales
Antonia, MO
Rockon Motors Llc
Springfield, MO
Dealers by City in Missouri
Missouri Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Missouri?
As of July 2026, the average documentation fee at 187 rated Missouri dealers is $433, based on 575 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Who are the best car dealers in Missouri?
Heartland, Luther Mazda Of Kansas City, Reed Chevrolet lead the Missouri transparency rankings. 110 of 187 rated Missouri dealers earned an A grade for fair fees, minimal add-ons, and honest pricing.
How are Missouri 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 Missouri quotes are verified.
How Missouri 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 Missouri
- Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in Missouri is $433. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 73% of dealers in Missouri 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.