Idaho Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Idaho? We analyzed 467 verified OTD quotes from 236 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of November 2026, the average doc fee at 186 rated Idaho dealers is $399, $5 below the national average, based on 467 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Nov 8, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Gem State
Idaho's dealer grade: B
81/100 average transparency score
32nd highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Idaho has the 32nd-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $399.
- 143 of 236 rated Idaho dealers earned an A for transparency; 58 earned a D or F.
- Mike White Ford in Ponderay is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 7 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Idaho range from $100 to $899 — Phil Meador Toyota charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Idaho is accessories, appearing on 37% of itemized quotes at an average of $1,266.
Idaho Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Idaho
The most transparent dealers in Idaho, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Mike White Ford
Ponderay, ID
No mandatory add-ons · 7 verified quotes
See the quotesJoe Hall Ford
Lewiston, ID
$150 below the Idaho average
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesRob Green GMC
Twin Falls, ID
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesWackerli Subaru
Idaho Falls, IDIdaho Falls, ID
Post Falls Volkswagen
Post Falls, IDPost Falls, ID
Parker Subaru
Coeur d'Alene, IDCoeur d'Alene, ID
Pierce Auto Center
Sagle, IDSagle, ID
Larry H. Miller Subaru Boise
Boise, IDBoise, ID
Larry H. Miller Honda Boise
Boise, IDBoise, ID
Sayer Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM
Idaho Falls, IDIdaho Falls, ID
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Highest Doc Fees in Idaho
These Idaho dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $399.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Phil Meador Toyota | $688 | 6 |
| 2 | Peterson Lexus | $599 | 3 |
| 3 | Peterson BMW of Boise | $599 | 4 |
| 4 | Lithia Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM of Twin Falls | $599 | 3 |
| 5 | Autosavvy Boise | $599 | 4 |
| 6 | Autosavvy Boise | $599 | 8 |
| 7 | Peterson Toyota | $599 | 7 |
| 8 | Goode Motor Ford | $559 | 4 |
| 9 | Sayer Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM | $549 | 3 |
| 10 | Dave Smith Motors | $549 | 11 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Idaho
These Idaho dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peterson Toyota | D 60/100 | $599 | 7 |
| Post Falls Motors | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Ineos Grenadier | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Autosavvy Boise | D 65/100 | $599 | 8 |
| Goode Motor Mazda | C 70/100 | $549 | 6 |
| Autosavvy Boise | C 73/100 | $599 | 4 |
| Dillon GMC | C 73/100 | $499 | 3 |
| Kendall Buick GMC of Nampa | B 81/100 | $499 | 4 |
| Dave Smith Motors | B 81/100 | $549 | 11 |
| Sayer Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM | B 83/100 | $549 | 3 |
Most Common Add-ons in Idaho
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Idaho, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Idaho
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Idaho?
Chevrolet
16 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Jeep
15 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Chrysler
14 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Ram
14 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Ford
13 dealers · Avg score: 75/100
Dodge
13 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
GMC
11 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Subaru
8 dealers · Avg score: 96/100
Toyota
8 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Honda
6 dealers · Avg score: 96/100
Kia
5 dealers · Avg score: 90/100
Hyundai
5 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Volkswagen
5 dealers · Avg score: 95/100
Buick
4 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
Nissan
3 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
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How Idaho compares to its neighbors
Average doc fees next door. Crossing a state line can change what the dealer charges.
Idaho Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Idaho?
As of November 2026, the average documentation fee in Idaho is $399, based on 467 verified out-the-door quotes from 186 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $5 below the $404 national average.
Which Idaho dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Phil Meador Toyota charges the highest verified doc fee in Idaho at $688. Doc fees across the state range from $100 to $899.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Idaho?
Mike White Ford in Ponderay is the highest-rated dealer in Idaho with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 7 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Idaho?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Idaho dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 143 of 236 rated Idaho dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.