Best Car Dealers in North Dakota
As of November 2026, CarEdge grades 58 of 177 North Dakota car dealers from 93 verified out-the-door quotes. North Dakota's average doc fee is $293.
43 of 58 rated North Dakota dealers earn an A · 10 earn a D or F
Data updated Nov 5, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Peace Garden State
North Dakota's dealer grade: B
88/100 average transparency score
41st highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 58 dealers with verified quotes.
CarEdge Certified dealers in North Dakota
These dealers guarantee an all-in out-the-door price up front and no surprise add-ons.
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Transparency Leaderboard
View all 177 dealers →Grand Forks Subaru
Grand Forks, ND
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesEide Subaru
Mandan, ND
$106 above the North Dakota average
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesGateway Hyundai
Fargo, ND
$106 above the North Dakota average
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesKia of Fargo
Fargo, NDFargo, ND
Vision Ford
CertifiedWahpeton, NDWahpeton, ND
Cedric Theel Toyota
Bismarck, NDBismarck, ND
Eide Ford Mandan
Mandan, NDMandan, ND
Vision Ford
Wahpeton, NDWahpeton, ND
Mazda of Fargo
Fargo, NDFargo, ND
Red Rock Chevrolet GMC LLC
Williston, NDWilliston, ND
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More Dealers in North Dakota
Schwan Buick GMC
Mandan, ND · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Wolfe Ford
Lidgerwood, ND · 2 verified quotesLimited data
5 Star Motors Inc.
Mandan, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Baja Auto Sales LLC
Williston, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Bessette Motors
Carrington, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Bisman Autoworx Inc
Bismarck, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Cartiva of Minot
Minot, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Charbonneau Chrysler Center
Dickinson, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Dakota Chrysler Center
Wahpeton, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Mazda Kia of Fargo
Fargo, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Minot Automotive Company
Minot, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data
M.J. Mcguire Company
Rugby, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Peak Automotive Sales and Service
Mandan, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Pfeifle Ford, Inc.
Wishek, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Puklich Chevrolet GMC
Valley City, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data
R. M. Stoudt Inc
Jamestown, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Ryan Chevrolet
Minot, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Ryan Honda of Minot
Minot, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Ryan Nissan
Minot, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Rydell Outlet
Grand Forks, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data
North Dakota Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in North Dakota?
As of November 2026, the average documentation fee at 48 rated North Dakota dealers is $293, based on 93 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. North Dakota sets no legal cap on doc fees.
Who are the best car dealers in North Dakota?
Grand Forks Subaru, Eide Subaru, Gateway Hyundai lead the North Dakota transparency rankings. 43 of 58 rated North Dakota dealers earned an A grade for fair fees, minimal add-ons, and honest pricing.
How are North Dakota 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 North Dakota quotes are verified.
How North Dakota 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 North Dakota
- Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in North Dakota is $293. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 93% of dealers in North Dakota 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.