Indiana Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Indiana? We analyzed 1,151 verified OTD quotes from 429 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of October 2026, the average doc fee at 331 rated Indiana dealers is $253, $151 below the national average, based on 1,151 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Oct 17, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Hoosier State
Indiana's dealer grade: B
83/100 average transparency score
45th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Indiana has the 45th-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $253.
- 250 of 429 rated Indiana dealers earned an A for transparency; 96 earned a D or F.
- Mike's Car Store in Georgetown is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 3 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Indiana range from $25 to $1,246 — Bentley Indianapolis charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Indiana is accessories, appearing on 31% of itemized quotes at an average of $1,067.
Indiana Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Indiana
The most transparent dealers in Indiana, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Mike's Car Store
Georgetown, IN
$54 below the Indiana average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesTom Wood Toyota
Whitestown, IN
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesDehaven Chevrolet
Fort Wayne, IN
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesEd Martin Nissan
Indianapolis, INIndianapolis, IN
Ed Martin Toyota
Noblesville, INNoblesville, IN
Fritz In Fishers
Fishers, INFishers, IN
Southlake Nissan
Merrillville, INMerrillville, IN
Graff Chevrolet of Chesterton
Burns Harbor, INBurns Harbor, IN
Sauers GMC
La Porte, INLa Porte, IN
Sam Pierce Chevrolet
Daleville, INDaleville, IN
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Highest Doc Fees in Indiana
These Indiana dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $253.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bentley Indianapolis | $1,246 | 3 |
| 2 | Kokomo Toyota | $878 | 3 |
| 3 | Craig and Landreth | $690 | 14 |
| 4 | BMW of Schererville | $688 | 10 |
| 5 | Kokomo Honda | $572 | 3 |
| 6 | Kia Store Clarksville | $499 | 3 |
| 7 | Great Lakes Hyundai of Columbus | $398 | 6 |
| 8 | Tom Roush Lincoln | $289 | 8 |
| 9 | Hubler Honda | $286 | 3 |
| 10 | City Ford | $284 | 3 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Indiana
These Indiana dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tom Kelley Cadillac | F 54/100 | — | 3 |
| Nissan of Warsaw | F 57/100 | — | 7 |
| Fort Wayne Kia | F 58/100 | — | 8 |
| Lochmandy Motor Sales, Inc - CDJR | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Michigan City Kia | D 60/100 | $251 | 6 |
| Lou Fusz Kia Terre Haute | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Bentley Indianapolis | D 69/100 | $1,246 | 3 |
| Kokomo Toyota | C 71/100 | $878 | 3 |
| Kokomo Honda | C 75/100 | $572 | 3 |
| Michigan City Ford | C 76/100 | $251 | 3 |
Most Common Add-ons in Indiana
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Indiana, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Indiana
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Indiana?
Chevrolet
39 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Ford
38 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Chrysler
32 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Dodge
32 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Jeep
31 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Ram
31 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Toyota
26 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
GMC
23 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Honda
18 dealers · Avg score: 78/100
Hyundai
16 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
Nissan
15 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
Kia
14 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Buick
12 dealers · Avg score: 71/100
Cadillac
9 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
Subaru
8 dealers · Avg score: 98/100
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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 October 2026, the average documentation fee in Indiana is $253, based on 1,151 verified out-the-door quotes from 331 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $151 below the $404 national average.
Which Indiana dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Bentley Indianapolis charges the highest verified doc fee in Indiana at $1,246. Doc fees across the state range from $25 to $1,246.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Indiana?
Mike's Car Store in Georgetown is the highest-rated dealer in Indiana with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 3 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. 250 of 429 rated Indiana dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.