Best Car Dealers in Tennessee

As of August 2026, CarEdge grades 405 of 1408 Tennessee car dealers from 1,365 verified out-the-door quotes. Tennessee's average doc fee is $677.

264 of 405 rated Tennessee dealers earn an A · 62 earn a D or F

Data updated Aug 18, 2026 · How we score dealers

The Volunteer State

Tennessee's dealer grade: B

82/100 average transparency score

9th highest doc fees in the U.S.

Based on 405 dealers with verified quotes.

$677
Avg Doc Fee
72%
No Add-ons
82/100
Avg Score
1,365
Verified Quotes

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427 Garage

Carthage, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$0doc feeNo add-ons
A
90/100
Highly transparent
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A&R Autos

Piney Flats, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$0doc feeNo add-ons
A
90/100
Highly transparent
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Bobby's Classic Cars

Dickson, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$0doc feeNo add-ons
A
90/100
Highly transparent
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Bristol Motors

Bristol, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$0doc feeNo add-ons
A
90/100
Highly transparent
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Cadillac Of Knoxville

Knoxville, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$0doc feeNo add-ons
A
90/100
Highly transparent
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Cox & Co. Motorcars

Nashville, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$0doc feeNo add-ons
A
90/100
Highly transparent
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Global Motorsports

Brentwood, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$0doc feeNo add-ons
A
90/100
Highly transparent
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Golden Circle Chevrolet

Lexington, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$999doc feeNo add-ons
A
90/100
Highly transparent
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Integrity Buick GMC Cadillac

Chattanooga, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$0doc feeNo add-ons
A
90/100
Highly transparent
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Integrity Mazda

Chattanooga, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$995doc feeNo add-ons
A
90/100
Highly transparent
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Jason Lewis Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

Sparta, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$0doc feeNo add-ons
A
90/100
Highly transparent
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Jones Nissan

Savannah, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$1,013doc feeNo add-ons
A
90/100
Highly transparent
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Knk Automotive

Erwin, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$0doc feeNo add-ons
A
90/100
Highly transparent
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L&M Motors

Athens, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$0doc feeNo add-ons
A
90/100
Highly transparent
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Moses & Womac Motors Inc

Athens, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$0doc feeNo add-ons
A
90/100
Highly transparent
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Nooga Auto

Chattanooga, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$0doc feeNo add-ons
A
90/100
Highly transparent
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Phoenix Auto Sales Llc

Chattanooga, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$0doc feeNo add-ons
A
90/100
Highly transparent
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Rick Hill Imports

Kingsport, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$0doc feeNo add-ons
A
90/100
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Roadshow BMW

Memphis, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$0doc feeNo add-ons
A
90/100
Highly transparent
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Sai Auto Sales - Used Cars

Johnson City, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$0doc feeNo add-ons
A
90/100
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 314 rated Tennessee dealers is $677, based on 1,365 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. 264 of 405 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 $677. 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.