Best Car Dealers in South Dakota
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 17 of 278 South Dakota car dealers from 46 verified out-the-door quotes. South Dakota's average doc fee is $296.
9 of 17 rated South Dakota dealers earn an A · 3 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 13, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Mount Rushmore State
South Dakota's dealer grade: B
84/100 average transparency score
41st highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 17 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 278 dealers →Cadillac Of Sioux Falls
Sioux Falls, SD
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesSchulte Subaru
Sioux Falls, SD
$53 above the South Dakota average
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesLiberty Mazda
Rapid City, SD
$303 above the South Dakota average
No mandatory add-ons · 9 verified quotes
See the quotesBillion Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram Fiat Sioux Falls
Sioux Falls, SDSioux Falls, SD
Vern Eide Honda
Sioux Falls, SDSioux Falls, SD
Billion Automotive
Sioux Falls, SDSioux Falls, SD
Sioux Falls Ford
Sioux Falls, SDSioux Falls, SD
Courtesy Subaru
Rapid City, SDRapid City, SD
Sharp Automotive
Watertown, SDWatertown, SD
Luxury Auto Mall Of Sioux Falls, Inc.
Sioux Falls, SDSioux Falls, SD
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More Dealers in South Dakota
Vern Eide Ford
Mitchell, SD · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Liberty Superstores
Rapid City, SD · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Graham Automotive
Sioux Falls, SD · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Liberty Volkswagen
Rapid City, SD · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Wareing Sturgis Ford
Sturgis, SD · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Sioux Empire Automotive, Inc.
Tea, SD · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Billion Mazda
Sioux Falls, SD · 0 verified quotesLimited data
1st Choice Motors
Yankton, SD
2bros Auto
Sioux Falls, SD
605 Auto Plaza
Rapid City, SD
A & F Auto Sales
Brandon, SD
A Plus Auto Sales
Sioux Falls, SD
A&g Auto Sales
Sturgis, SD
Aberdeen Chrysler
Aberdeen, SD
Airway Auto Service
Sioux Falls, SD
Aj's Autos
Parker, SD
Anytime Auto Sales, Service & Detail
Rapid City, SD
Audi Sioux Falls
Sioux Falls, SD
Auto Choice Spearfish
Spearfish, SD
Auto Shop
Sioux Falls, SD
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South Dakota Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in South Dakota?
As of July 2026, the average documentation fee at 14 rated South Dakota dealers is $296, based on 46 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Who are the best car dealers in South Dakota?
Cadillac Of Sioux Falls, Schulte Subaru, Liberty Mazda lead the South Dakota transparency rankings. 9 of 17 rated South Dakota dealers earned an A grade for fair fees, minimal add-ons, and honest pricing.
How are South 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 South Dakota quotes are verified.
How South 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 South Dakota
- Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in South Dakota is $296. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 65% of dealers in South 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.