Kansas Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Kansas? We analyzed 444 verified OTD quotes from 209 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of September 2026, the average doc fee at 146 rated Kansas dealers is $524, $120 above the national average, based on 444 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Sep 26, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Sunflower State
Kansas's dealer grade: C
77/100 average transparency score
23rd highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Kansas has the 23rd-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $524.
- 114 of 209 rated Kansas dealers earned an A for transparency; 72 earned a D or F.
- Midway Motors Chevrolet in McPherson is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 3 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Kansas range from $20 to $1,037 — Noller Hyundai Lawrence charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Kansas is accessories, appearing on 29% of itemized quotes at an average of $4,999.
Kansas Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Kansas
The most transparent dealers in Kansas, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Midway Motors Chevrolet
McPherson, KS
$125 below the Kansas average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesBrandon Steven
Wichita, KS
$439 below the Kansas average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesBriggs Kia
Topeka, KS
$125 below the Kansas average
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesReed Jeep Chrysler Dodge Ram Of Kansas City
Shawnee, KSShawnee, KS
Tumminia Mazda
Olathe, KSOlathe, KS
Olathe Toyota
Olathe, KSOlathe, KS
Long Mcarthur Ford
Salina, KSSalina, KS
BMW Of Topeka
Topeka, KSTopeka, KS
Victory Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Ottawa
Ottawa, KSOttawa, KS
BMW Of Wichita
Wichita, KSWichita, KS
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Highest Doc Fees in Kansas
These Kansas dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $524.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noller Hyundai Lawrence | $999 | 4 |
| 2 | Noller Hyundai Topeka | $999 | 5 |
| 3 | Kc Hyundai | $800 | 5 |
| 4 | Manhattan Hyundai Ford | $800 | 5 |
| 5 | Manhattan Hyundai | $800 | 4 |
| 6 | Manhattan Ford | $800 | 3 |
| 7 | Kansas City Hyundai | $799 | 4 |
| 8 | Rusty Eck Ford | $798 | 3 |
| 9 | Noller Ford Lawrence | $699 | 4 |
| 10 | Noller Olathe Supercenter | $699 | 3 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Herl Chevrolet GMC | F 48/100 | — | 3 |
| Legends Toyota | F 57/100 | — | 7 |
| Car City Wholesale | F 57/100 | — | 4 |
| Honda Of Olathe | F 57/100 | — | 18 |
| Kansas City Hyundai | D 60/100 | $799 | 4 |
| Conklin Automotive Group | D 60/100 | — | 4 |
| Valor Ford | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Noller Hyundai Topeka | D 65/100 | $999 | 5 |
| Kc Hyundai | D 69/100 | $800 | 5 |
| Noller Hyundai Lawrence | D 69/100 | $999 | 4 |
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
27 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Chevrolet
20 dealers · Avg score: 75/100
Dodge
13 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Hyundai
13 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Chrysler
12 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Jeep
12 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Ram
11 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Toyota
10 dealers · Avg score: 65/100
GMC
10 dealers · Avg score: 60/100
Honda
6 dealers · Avg score: 55/100
Kia
6 dealers · Avg score: 92/100
Nissan
6 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
MINI
5 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
BMW
5 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Buick
4 dealers · Avg score: 73/100
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How Kansas compares to its neighbors
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Kansas Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Kansas?
As of September 2026, the average documentation fee in Kansas is $524, based on 444 verified out-the-door quotes from 146 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $120 above the $404 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 $20 to $1,037.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Kansas?
Midway Motors Chevrolet in McPherson 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. 114 of 209 rated Kansas dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.