Best Car Dealers in Tennessee

As of August 2026, CarEdge grades 401 of 1407 Tennessee car dealers from 1,348 verified out-the-door quotes. Tennessee's average doc fee is $680.

259 of 401 rated Tennessee dealers earn an A · 61 earn a D or F

Data updated Aug 17, 2026 · How we score dealers

The Volunteer State

Tennessee's dealer grade: B

81/100 average transparency score

9th highest doc fees in the U.S.

Based on 401 dealers with verified quotes.

$680
Avg Doc Fee
72%
No Add-ons
81/100
Avg Score
1,348
Verified Quotes

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Lexus Of Memphis

Memphis, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$669doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Mercedes-Benz At Long Of Chattanooga

Chattanooga, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$599doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Motor Mile Motors South

Johnson City, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$399doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Nextgen Auto Inc

Smithville, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$299doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
See 1 verified quote

Next Ride Auto Sales

Lebanon, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$0doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
See 1 verified quote

North Lake Bargain Center

Gallatin, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$199doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
See 1 verified quote

Peppers Ford

McKenzie, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$399doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Priority Motor Cars, Inc

Columbia, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$595doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Rice Buick-Gmc, Inc.

Knoxville, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$499doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Shami Auto Sales & Repair Inc

Tullahoma, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$199doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Sharp Motor Company Inc.

Pulaski, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$489doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Specialty Motors Llc

Lebanon, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$499doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Taylor Automotive

Martin, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$399doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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The Rite Car Llc

Nashville, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$399doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Toddscarteam.Com

Hendersonville, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$112doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Volvo

Cathedral City, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$489doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Worktrux Llc Knoxville

Birmingham, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$75doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Homer Skelton Ford Of Millington

Millington, TN · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$699doc feeNo add-ons
A
99/100
Highly transparent
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Auto Highline

Clarksville, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$599doc feeNo add-ons
A
99/100
Highly transparent
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Carville Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

Greeneville, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$699doc feeNo add-ons
A
99/100
Highly transparent
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Tennessee doc fee law

Tennessee has no statutory cap on doc fees, and fees near $800 appear regularly on Tennessee quotes.

Tennessee Dealer FAQ

What is the average dealer doc fee in Tennessee?

As of August 2026, the average documentation fee at 310 rated Tennessee dealers is $680, based on 1,348 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. Tennessee sets no legal cap on doc fees.

Who are the best car dealers in Tennessee?

Roberts Toyota, Peppers Toyota, Parks Motor Sales lead the Tennessee transparency rankings. 259 of 401 rated Tennessee dealers earned an A grade for fair fees, minimal add-ons, and honest pricing.

How are Tennessee 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 Tennessee quotes are verified.

Tips for Buying a Car in Tennessee

  • Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in Tennessee is $680. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Good news on add-ons: 72% of dealers in Tennessee 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.