Arkansas Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Arkansas? We analyzed 339 verified OTD quotes from 127 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of August 2026, the average doc fee at 77 rated Arkansas dealers is $139, $265 below the national average, based on 339 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Aug 17, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Natural State
Arkansas's dealer grade: B
83/100 average transparency score
50th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Arkansas has the 50th-highest average doc fee of the 51 states we track, at $139.
- 97 of 127 rated Arkansas dealers earned an A for transparency; 17 earned a D or F.
- Gwatney Chevrolet in Jacksonville is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 3 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Arkansas range from $32 to $899 — Smart Honda charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Arkansas is accessories, appearing on 46% of itemized quotes at an average of $666.
Arkansas Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Arkansas
The most transparent dealers in Arkansas, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Gwatney Chevrolet
Jacksonville, AR
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesSuperior Dodge Chrysler Jeep
Conway, AR
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesLanders Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Little Rock
Little Rock, AR
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesCogswell Ford
Russellville, ARRussellville, AR
Mclarty Mazda
North Little Rock, ARNorth Little Rock, AR
Smart Honda
White Hall, ARWhite Hall, AR
Crain Kia Of Sherwood
Sherwood, ARSherwood, AR
Cavenaugh Kia
Jonesboro, ARJonesboro, AR
Mark Mclarty Lincoln
North Little Rock, ARNorth Little Rock, AR
Crain Chevrolet
England, AREngland, AR
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Highest Doc Fees in Arkansas
These Arkansas dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $139.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Smart Honda | $167 | 4 |
| 2 | Gwatney Chevrolet | $129 | 3 |
| 3 | Superior Dodge Chrysler Jeep | $129 | 3 |
| 4 | Landers Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Little Rock | $129 | 3 |
| 5 | Cogswell Ford | $129 | 6 |
| 6 | Mclarty Mazda | $129 | 3 |
| 7 | Crain Kia Of Sherwood | $129 | 7 |
| 8 | Cavenaugh Kia | $129 | 4 |
| 9 | Mark Mclarty Lincoln | $129 | 18 |
| 10 | Crain Chevrolet | $129 | 4 |
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 Nissan Of Little Rock | D 65/100 | $0 | 3 |
| Mclarty Volkswagen Mazda | B 81/100 | $129 | 4 |
| Subaru Of Little Rock | B 85/100 | $129 | 12 |
| J. Pauley Toyota | A 90/100 | $0 | 3 |
| Infiniti Of Central Arkansas | A 90/100 | $0 | 3 |
| Mclarty Daniel Buick GMC | A 90/100 | $0 | 3 |
| Riser | A 90/100 | $0 | 3 |
| Everett Volkswagen | A 90/100 | $0 | 4 |
| Superior Nissan Of Conway | A 92/100 | $0 | 5 |
| Mercedes-Benz Of Little Rock | A 92/100 | $0 | 10 |
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
17 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Chevrolet
13 dealers · Avg score: 90/100
GMC
11 dealers · Avg score: 95/100
Toyota
10 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Hyundai
9 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Dodge
8 dealers · Avg score: 57/100
Jeep
8 dealers · Avg score: 57/100
Honda
7 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
Chrysler
7 dealers · Avg score: 65/100
Buick
7 dealers · Avg score: 96/100
Ram
6 dealers · Avg score: 46/100
Nissan
4 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
Mazda
4 dealers · Avg score: 94/100
Lincoln
3 dealers · Avg score: 99/100
Kia
3 dealers · Avg score: 98/100
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Arkansas Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Arkansas?
As of August 2026, the average documentation fee in Arkansas is $139, based on 339 verified out-the-door quotes from 77 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $265 below the $404 national average.
Which Arkansas dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Smart Honda charges the highest verified doc fee in Arkansas at $167. Doc fees across the state range from $32 to $899.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Arkansas?
Gwatney Chevrolet in Jacksonville is the highest-rated dealer in Arkansas with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 3 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. 97 of 127 rated Arkansas dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.