Best Car Dealers in North Dakota
As of September 2026, CarEdge grades 55 of 190 North Dakota car dealers from 81 verified out-the-door quotes. North Dakota's average doc fee is $295.
39 of 55 rated North Dakota dealers earn an A · 11 earn a D or F
Data updated Sep 25, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Peace Garden State
North Dakota's dealer grade: B
87/100 average transparency score
42nd highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 55 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 190 dealers →Eide Subaru
Mandan, ND
$104 above the North Dakota average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesVision Ford
Wahpeton, ND
$324 avg add-ons · 8 verified quotes
See the quotesCedric Theel Toyota
Bismarck, ND
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesNorth Dakota Trucks Llc
Williston, NDWilliston, ND
Eide Ford Mandan
Mandan, NDMandan, ND
Mazda Of Fargo
Fargo, NDFargo, ND
Red Rock Chevrolet
Williston, NDWilliston, ND
Schwan Cadillac
Mandan, NDMandan, ND
Wolfe Ford
Lidgerwood, NDLidgerwood, ND
5 Star Motors Inc.
Mandan, NDMandan, ND
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More Dealers in North Dakota
Corwin Toyota Of Fargo
Fargo, ND · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Eide Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Bismarck, ND · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Gateway Hyundai
Fargo, ND · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Eide Ford Lincoln
Bismarck, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Corwin Honda Fargo
Fargo, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Autorama Auto Sales And Rentals
Dickinson, ND · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Queen City Motors
Dickinson, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Puklich Chevrolet
Bismarck, ND · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Lake GMC
Devils Lake, ND · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Lake Toyota
Devils Lake, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Dakota Chrysler Center
Wahpeton, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Luther Family Ford
Fargo, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data
The Luther Advantage
Fargo, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Corwin
Fargo, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Ryan Honda
Williston, ND · 3 verified quotes
Hettinger Motor Company
Hettinger, ND · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Cnr Cars Llc
Saint John, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Crown Motor Inc
Grand Forks, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Devils Lake Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Devils Lake, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Dick Nelson Sales & Leasing
Valley City, ND · 1 verified quoteLimited data
North Dakota Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in North Dakota?
As of September 2026, the average documentation fee at 44 rated North Dakota dealers is $295, based on 81 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?
Eide Subaru, Vision Ford, Cedric Theel Toyota lead the North Dakota transparency rankings. 39 of 55 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 $295. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 91% 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.