Indiana Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Indiana? We analyzed 1,245 verified OTD quotes from 424 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of November 2026, the average doc fee at 331 rated Indiana dealers is $244, $160 below the national average, based on 1,245 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Nov 6, 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 $244.
- 246 of 424 rated Indiana dealers earned an A for transparency; 89 earned a D or F.
- Penske Honda in Indianapolis is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 8 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Indiana range from $23 to $988 — BMW of Schererville charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Indiana is theft protection, appearing on 31% of itemized quotes at an average of $369.
Indiana Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Indiana
The most transparent dealers in Indiana, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Penske Honda
Indianapolis, IN
No mandatory add-ons · 8 verified quotes
See the quotesAudi Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesAuto Park Ford of Bremen
Bremen, IN
No mandatory add-ons · 7 verified quotes
See the quotesAuto Park Ford of Laporte
La Porte, INLa Porte, IN
Axius Chevrolet
Middlebury, INMiddlebury, IN
Bachman Hyundai
Jeffersonville, INJeffersonville, IN
Bill Estes Toyota
Indianapolis, INIndianapolis, IN
Bob Poynter Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM Fiat of Seymour
Seymour, INSeymour, IN
Bob Rohrman Kia
Lafayette, INLafayette, IN
Webb Hyundai Highland
Highland, INHighland, IN
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Highest Doc Fees in Indiana
These Indiana dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $244.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BMW of Schererville | $988 | 10 |
| 2 | Kokomo Honda | $572 | 3 |
| 3 | Kia Store Clarksville | $499 | 3 |
| 4 | James Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM of Cedar Lake | $482 | 3 |
| 5 | Rochester Ford | $350 | 4 |
| 6 | Tom Roush Lincoln | $289 | 12 |
| 7 | Dellen Chevrolet | $283 | 3 |
| 8 | Kennedy Mazda | $274 | 8 |
| 9 | Kahlo Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM | $273 | 3 |
| 10 | Hyundai of Evansville | $268 | 4 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indy Honda | F 45/100 | — | 3 |
| Hubler Honda | F 45/100 | — | 3 |
| Noblesville Imports | F 49/100 | $251 | 3 |
| Fort Wayne Kia | F 53/100 | — | 12 |
| Tom Kelley Cadillac | F 54/100 | — | 3 |
| Nissan of Warsaw | F 57/100 | — | 7 |
| Lou Fusz Kia Terre Haute | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Currie Motors Ford of Valpo | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Brad Howell Ford | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| BMW of Schererville | C 71/100 | $988 | 10 |
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
44 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Ford
40 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Ram
36 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Dodge
35 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Chrysler
34 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Jeep
34 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Toyota
25 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
GMC
20 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Honda
18 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Kia
16 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Nissan
15 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Hyundai
13 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Buick
13 dealers · Avg score: 78/100
Subaru
9 dealers · Avg score: 96/100
Mazda
7 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 November 2026, the average documentation fee in Indiana is $244, based on 1,245 verified out-the-door quotes from 331 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $160 below the $404 national average.
Which Indiana dealers charge the highest doc fees?
BMW of Schererville charges the highest verified doc fee in Indiana at $988. Doc fees across the state range from $23 to $988.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Indiana?
Penske Honda in Indianapolis is the highest-rated dealer in Indiana with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 8 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. 246 of 424 rated Indiana dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.