Best Car Dealers Near Franklin, TN

As of September 2026, CarEdge grades 14 of 29 car dealers near Franklin, TN from 136 verified out-the-door quotes. The average doc fee at rated dealers here is $805.

Data updated Sep 9, 2026 · How we score dealers

Based on 14 dealers with verified quotes.

$805
Avg Doc Fee
TN avg: $672
43%
No Add-ons
80/100
Avg Score
136
Verified Quotes

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Tips for Buying a Car in TN

  • Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in TN is $672. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Good news on add-ons: 43% of dealers near Franklin 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.

Car Dealers Near Franklin FAQ

What is the best car dealer near Franklin, TN?

Hybrid And Electric Cars For Sale In Franklin (Franklin, TN) is the highest-graded dealer near Franklin on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index — A grade, 100/100, based on 1 verified out-the-door quote.

What doc fee do dealers near Franklin charge?

As of September 2026, rated dealers near Franklin, TN charge an average documentation fee of $805, compared to a TN state average of $672 — based on 136 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.

How does CarEdge rank dealers near Franklin?

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%) — and graded A-F. Rankings update as new quotes near Franklin are verified.