Best Car Dealers in Tennessee

As of August 2026, CarEdge grades 399 of 1409 Tennessee car dealers from 1,345 verified out-the-door quotes. Tennessee's average doc fee is $680.

257 of 399 rated Tennessee dealers earn an A · 61 earn a D or F

Data updated Aug 16, 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 399 dealers with verified quotes.

$680
Avg Doc Fee
72%
No Add-ons
81/100
Avg Score
1,345
Verified Quotes

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Clayton Volvo

Knoxville, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$489doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Duff Auto Sales

Harriman, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$199doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Eagles Automotive Inc

Murfreesboro, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$350doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Ean Holdings, Llc

Murfreesboro, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$399doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Ernie Cook & Son Motors Sales

Shelbyville, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$199doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Evan Bull

Nashville, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

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

Murfreesboro, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$599doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Ford Of Cookeville

Cookeville, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$474doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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G & H Select Auto Sales

Gallatin, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$449doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Global Auto Sales And Service Llc

Nashville, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$120doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Graham Motor Company

Knoxville, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$598doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Gupton Motors Inc.

Springfield, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$599doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Hilltop Motors Sales & Service

South Pittsburg, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$395doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Hub City Auto

Jackson, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$99doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Hybrid And Electric Cars For Sale In Franklin

Franklin, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$399doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Jacky Jones Ford Of Sweetwater

Sweetwater, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$499doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Jerry Ward Autoplex

Union City, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$299doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Jones Chevrolet

Humboldt, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$299doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Kings Motors Co

Knoxville, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$349doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Legg Motor Company

Piney Flats, TN · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$149doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
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 1,345 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. 257 of 399 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.