Best Car Dealers Near Knoxville, TN

As of August 2026, CarEdge grades 40 of 110 car dealers near Knoxville, TN from 160 verified out-the-door quotes. The average doc fee at rated dealers here is $611.

Data updated Aug 24, 2026 · How we score dealers

Based on 40 dealers with verified quotes.

$611
Avg Doc Fee
TN avg: $678
55%
No Add-ons
76/100
Avg Score
160
Verified Quotes

Browse Dealers by Brand in Knoxville

Tips for Buying a Car in TN

  • Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in TN is $678. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Good news on add-ons: 55% of dealers near Knoxville 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 Knoxville FAQ

What is the best car dealer near Knoxville, TN?

Kings Motors Co (Knoxville, TN) is the highest-graded dealer near Knoxville on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index — A grade, 100/100, based on 1 verified out-the-door quote.

What doc fee do dealers near Knoxville charge?

As of August 2026, rated dealers near Knoxville, TN charge an average documentation fee of $611, compared to a TN state average of $678 — based on 160 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.

How does CarEdge rank dealers near Knoxville?

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 Knoxville are verified.