Louisiana Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Louisiana? We analyzed 456 verified OTD quotes from 137 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of July 2026, the average doc fee at 137 rated Louisiana dealers is $346, $54 below the national average, based on 456 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Jul 6, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Pelican State
Louisiana's dealer grade: B
81/100 average transparency score
35th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Louisiana has the 35th-highest average doc fee of the 53 states we track, at $346.
- 63 of 137 rated Louisiana dealers earned an A for transparency; 20 earned a D or F.
- Hollingsworth Richards Ford in Baton Rouge is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 8 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Louisiana range from $0 to $999 — Brian Harris BMW charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Louisiana is protection plan, appearing on 36% of itemized quotes at an average of $1,503.
Louisiana Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Louisiana
The most transparent dealers in Louisiana, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Hollingsworth Richards Ford
Baton Rouge, LA
$79 above the Louisiana average
No mandatory add-ons · 8 verified quotes
See the quotesAll Star Toyota
Baton Rouge, LA
$79 above the Louisiana average
No mandatory add-ons · 10 verified quotes
See the quotesHixson
Alexandria, LA
$76 above the Louisiana average
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesMike Morgan Hyundai
Shreveport, LAShreveport, LA
Carlock Toyota Of Slidell
Slidell, LASlidell, LA
All Star Kia East
Denham Springs, LADenham Springs, LA
Ralph Sellers Hyundai
Gonzales, LAGonzales, LA
Orr BMW Of Shreveport
Shreveport, LAShreveport, LA
All Star Toyota Of Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge, LABaton Rouge, LA
Acadiana Mazda
Lafayette, LALafayette, LA
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Highest Doc Fees in Louisiana
These Louisiana dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $346.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brian Harris BMW | $999 | 7 |
| 2 | Hampton Mitsubishi | $995 | 6 |
| 3 | Bill Hood Automotive Group | $746 | 4 |
| 4 | Southern Chevrolet | $661 | 5 |
| 5 | Courtesy Ford | $599 | 5 |
| 6 | Red River Chevrolet | $562 | 3 |
| 7 | All Star Kia East | $436 | 3 |
| 8 | Ralph Sellers Hyundai | $436 | 3 |
| 9 | Orr BMW Of Shreveport | $436 | 3 |
| 10 | All Star Toyota Of Baton Rouge | $436 | 6 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Louisiana
These Louisiana dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Luxury Imports | D 65/100 | $325 | 6 |
| Banner Ford | D 69/100 | $0 | 3 |
| Premier Certified Pre-Owned | C 74.1/100 | $0 | 7 |
| Bayou Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram | C 75.7/100 | $425 | 3 |
| Bill Hood Automotive Group | C 75.9/100 | $746 | 4 |
| Best Chevrolet | C 76/100 | $425 | 3 |
| Toyota Of Kenner | C 76.4/100 | $436 | 11 |
| Volkswagen Of Bossier City | C 76.5/100 | $425 | 3 |
| Mike Willis Ford | C 76.5/100 | $225 | 3 |
| Rainbow Northshore Buick Gmc, Llc | C 78.4/100 | $0 | 9 |
Most Common Add-ons in Louisiana
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Louisiana, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Louisiana
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Louisiana?
Ford
19 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Toyota
13 dealers · Avg score: 70/100
Chevrolet
10 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Honda
9 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Nissan
7 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
Hyundai
7 dealers · Avg score: 94/100
GMC
7 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Kia
7 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Chrysler
5 dealers · Avg score: 90/100
Dodge
5 dealers · Avg score: 90/100
Jeep
5 dealers · Avg score: 90/100
Mazda
4 dealers · Avg score: 94/100
Buick
4 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Volkswagen
4 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Mitsubishi
3 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
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How Louisiana compares to its neighbors
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Louisiana Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Louisiana?
As of July 2026, the average documentation fee in Louisiana is $346, based on 456 verified out-the-door quotes from 137 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $54 below the $400 national average.
Which Louisiana dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Brian Harris BMW charges the highest verified doc fee in Louisiana at $999. Doc fees across the state range from $0 to $999.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Louisiana?
Hollingsworth Richards Ford in Baton Rouge is the highest-rated dealer in Louisiana with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 8 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Louisiana?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Louisiana dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 63 of 137 rated Louisiana dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.