Kansas Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Kansas? We analyzed 287 verified OTD quotes from 106 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of July 2026, the average doc fee at 106 rated Kansas dealers is $460, $60 above the national average, based on 287 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Jul 7, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Sunflower State
Kansas's dealer grade: B
82/100 average transparency score
25th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Kansas has the 25th-highest average doc fee of the 53 states we track, at $460.
- 67 of 106 rated Kansas dealers earned an A for transparency; 16 earned a D or F.
- Tumminia Mazda in Olathe is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 3 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Kansas range from $0 to $999 — Noller Hyundai Lawrence charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Kansas is accessories, appearing on 54% of itemized quotes at an average of $1,447.
Kansas Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Kansas
The most transparent dealers in Kansas, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Tumminia Mazda
Olathe, KS
$161 below the Kansas average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesLeen Motors
Merriam, KS
$161 below the Kansas average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesLong Mcarthur Ford
Salina, KS
$40 above the Kansas average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesNissan Of Olathe
Olathe, KSOlathe, KS
BMW Of Wichita And MINI Of Wichita
Wichita, KSWichita, KS
Hatchett Hyundai West
Wichita, KSWichita, KS
Mccarthy Auto Group
Olathe, KSOlathe, KS
Noller Ford Topeka
Topeka, KSTopeka, KS
Crown Automotive
Lawrence, KSLawrence, KS
Cable Dahmer Kia Of Lawrence
Lawrence, KSLawrence, KS
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Highest Doc Fees in Kansas
These Kansas dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $460.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noller Hyundai Lawrence | $999 | 6 |
| 2 | Noller Hyundai Topeka | $999 | 5 |
| 3 | Olathe Lincoln Ford | $971 | 5 |
| 4 | Manhattan Hyundai Ford | $800 | 5 |
| 5 | Kc Hyundai | $800 | 6 |
| 6 | Manhattan Ford | $799 | 3 |
| 7 | Rusty Eck Ford | $798 | 3 |
| 8 | Eddy'S Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram | $753 | 12 |
| 9 | Cable Dahmer Kia Of Lawrence | $699 | 4 |
| 10 | Premier Volvo Cars Overland Park | $699 | 4 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Kansas
These Kansas dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Noller Hyundai Topeka | D 66.4/100 | $999 | 5 |
| Kc Hyundai | C 71.8/100 | $800 | 6 |
| Noller Hyundai Lawrence | C 73.7/100 | $999 | 6 |
| Baron BMW | C 74.8/100 | $699 | 4 |
| Mel Hambelton Ford | C 76.2/100 | $0 | 4 |
| Victory | B 85.3/100 | $608 | 11 |
| Olathe Toyota | B 86.8/100 | $400 | 5 |
| Car City Wholesale | B 87.5/100 | $0 | 5 |
| Olathe Lincoln Ford | B 87.7/100 | $971 | 5 |
| Shawnee Mission Kia | B 88.3/100 | $699 | 12 |
Most Common Add-ons in Kansas
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Kansas, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Kansas
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Kansas?
Ford
15 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Hyundai
11 dealers · Avg score: 68/100
Dodge
9 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Toyota
9 dealers · Avg score: 46/100
Chrysler
8 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Jeep
8 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Ram
8 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Chevrolet
7 dealers · Avg score: 94/100
Honda
5 dealers · Avg score: 55/100
Nissan
4 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
Kia
4 dealers · Avg score: 90/100
BMW
3 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
Mazda
2 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
MINI
2 dealers · Avg score: 99/100
Lincoln
2 dealers · Avg score: 94/100
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Kansas Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Kansas?
As of July 2026, the average documentation fee in Kansas is $460, based on 287 verified out-the-door quotes from 106 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $60 above the $400 national average.
Which Kansas dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Noller Hyundai Lawrence charges the highest verified doc fee in Kansas at $999. Doc fees across the state range from $0 to $999.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Kansas?
Tumminia Mazda in Olathe is the highest-rated dealer in Kansas with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 3 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Kansas?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Kansas dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 67 of 106 rated Kansas dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.