Arkansas Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Arkansas? We analyzed 360 verified OTD quotes from 150 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of November 2026, the average doc fee at 103 rated Arkansas dealers is $132, $272 below the national average, based on 360 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Nov 7, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Natural State
Arkansas's dealer grade: C
78/100 average transparency score
51st highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Arkansas has the 51st-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $132.
- 87 of 150 rated Arkansas dealers earned an A for transparency; 48 earned a D or F.
- Superior Nissan of Conway in Conway is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 5 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Arkansas range from $75 to $608 — Ford of West Memphis charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Arkansas is accessories, appearing on 36% of itemized quotes at an average of $782.
Arkansas Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Arkansas
The most transparent dealers in Arkansas, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Superior Nissan of Conway
Conway, AR
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesBMW of Little Rock
Little Rock, AR
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesEverett Chevrolet
Benton, AR
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesGwatney Chevrolet
Jacksonville, ARJacksonville, AR
Landers Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM
Little Rock, ARLittle Rock, AR
Superior Ford
Siloam Springs, ARSiloam Springs, AR
Crain Ford of Little Rock
Little Rock, ARLittle Rock, AR
Crain Hyundai
Bentonville, ARBentonville, AR
Infiniti of Central Arkansas
Benton, ARBenton, AR
Cogswell Motors
Russellville, ARRussellville, AR
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Highest Doc Fees in Arkansas
These Arkansas dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $132.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ford of West Memphis | $608 | 3 |
| 2 | Infiniti of Central Arkansas | $130 | 7 |
| 3 | Superior Nissan of Conway | $129 | 5 |
| 4 | BMW of Little Rock | $129 | 5 |
| 5 | Everett Chevrolet | $129 | 3 |
| 6 | Gwatney Chevrolet | $129 | 3 |
| 7 | Landers Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM | $129 | 3 |
| 8 | Superior Ford | $129 | 3 |
| 9 | Crain Ford of Little Rock | $129 | 3 |
| 10 | Crain Hyundai | $129 | 3 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Arkansas
These Arkansas dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mclarty Daniel Buick GMC | F 51/100 | — | 6 |
| Adventure Subaru | F 56/100 | — | 5 |
| Honda of Fayetteville | D 60/100 | — | 4 |
| Everett Volkswagen of Rogers | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Riser Ford Lincoln | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Cavenaugh Kia | D 60/100 | — | 4 |
| J. Pauley Toyota | D 65/100 | $129 | 4 |
| Ford of West Memphis | C 79/100 | $608 | 3 |
| Subaru of Little Rock | B 87/100 | $129 | 17 |
| Mercedes-Benz of Little Rock | B 88/100 | $129 | 4 |
Most Common Add-ons in Arkansas
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Arkansas, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Arkansas
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Arkansas?
Ford
19 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Chevrolet
16 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
GMC
12 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Dodge
11 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Ram
11 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Jeep
10 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Chrysler
9 dealers · Avg score: 74/100
Toyota
9 dealers · Avg score: 74/100
Buick
9 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Honda
8 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Hyundai
8 dealers · Avg score: 92/100
Nissan
5 dealers · Avg score: 95/100
Mazda
4 dealers · Avg score: 92/100
Kia
4 dealers · Avg score: 70/100
Lincoln
4 dealers · Avg score: 69/100
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How Arkansas compares to its neighbors
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Arkansas Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Arkansas?
As of November 2026, the average documentation fee in Arkansas is $132, based on 360 verified out-the-door quotes from 103 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $272 below the $404 national average.
Which Arkansas dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Ford of West Memphis charges the highest verified doc fee in Arkansas at $608. Doc fees across the state range from $75 to $608.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Arkansas?
Superior Nissan of Conway in Conway is the highest-rated dealer in Arkansas with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 5 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Arkansas?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Arkansas dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 87 of 150 rated Arkansas dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.