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Indiana Dealer Fee Report

How transparent are car dealers in Indiana? We analyzed 956 verified OTD quotes from 330 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.

As of August 2026, the average doc fee at 249 rated Indiana dealers is $243, $157 below the national average, based on 956 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.

Data updated Aug 17, 2026 · How we score dealers

The Hoosier State

Indiana's dealer grade: B

83/100 average transparency score

44th highest doc fees in the U.S.

330
Dealers
956
Quotes
83/100
Avg Score
$243
Avg Doc Fee
national avg: $400
68%
No Add-ons
$255
Avg Add-ons
(when present)

Key Findings

  • Indiana has the 44th-highest average doc fee of the 51 states we track, at $243.
  • 209 of 330 rated Indiana dealers earned an A for transparency; 46 earned a D or F.
  • Fishers Imports in Fishers is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 6 verified quotes.
  • Verified doc fees in Indiana range from $5 to $805BMW Of Schererville charges the most.
  • The most common dealer add-on in Indiana is accessories, appearing on 36% of itemized quotes at an average of $1,193.

Indiana Dealer Grade Distribution

63%
A209
15%
B49
8%
C26
4%
D12
10%
F34

Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Indiana

The most transparent dealers in Indiana, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).

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Highest Doc Fees in Indiana

These Indiana dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $243.

Lowest-Rated Dealers in Indiana

These Indiana dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.

DealerGradeDoc FeeQuotes
Michigan City Kia
D
66/100
$2516
Boucher Group
C
70/100
$2513
Evans Toyota
C
72/100
$2453
Kokomo Honda
C
75/100
$5723
Lockhart Cadillac
C
78/100
$04
Hubler Honda
C
78/100
$953
Tom Kelley Chevrolet Decatur
C
79/100
$2514
Volkswagen Of Clarksville
C
79/100
$2457
Noblesville Imports
C
79/100
$2513
Jordan Lexus Of Mishawaka
C
79/100
$2515

Most Common Add-ons in Indiana

The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Indiana, based on itemized OTD quotes.

1
accessoriesavg $1,193
78 quotes
2
theft protectionavg $415
56 quotes
3
protection planavg $1,051
41 quotes
4
paint protectionavg $1,433
32 quotes
5
guardavg $260
19 quotes
6
vin etchavg $305
17 quotes
7
cargo accessoriesavg $155
8 quotes
8
floor matsavg $262
7 quotes
9
wheel locksavg $184
7 quotes
10
window tintavg $699
6 quotes

Dealers by Brand in Indiana

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How Indiana compares to its neighbors

Average doc fees next door. Crossing a state line can change what the dealer charges.

Indiana Dealer Fee FAQ

What is the average dealer doc fee in Indiana?

As of August 2026, the average documentation fee in Indiana is $243, based on 956 verified out-the-door quotes from 249 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $157 below the $400 national average.

Which Indiana dealers charge the highest doc fees?

BMW Of Schererville charges the highest verified doc fee in Indiana at $805. Doc fees across the state range from $5 to $805.

Who is the most transparent car dealer in Indiana?

Fishers Imports in Fishers is the highest-rated dealer in Indiana with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 6 verified quotes.

Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Indiana?

Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Indiana dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 209 of 330 rated Indiana dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.