Minnesota Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Minnesota? We analyzed 1,080 verified OTD quotes from 346 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of September 2026, the average doc fee at 260 rated Minnesota dealers is $328, $76 below the national average, based on 1,080 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Sep 6, 2026 · How we score dealers
The North Star State
Minnesota's dealer grade: B
86/100 average transparency score
38th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Minnesota has the 38th-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $328.
- 260 of 346 rated Minnesota dealers earned an A for transparency; 35 earned a D or F.
- Albany Chrysler Center, Inc. in Albany is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 4 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Minnesota range from $23 to $1,500 — Marthaler Honda charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Minnesota is theft protection, appearing on 48% of itemized quotes at an average of $384.
Minnesota Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Minnesota
The most transparent dealers in Minnesota, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Albany Chrysler Center, Inc.
Albany, MN
$33 below the Minnesota average
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesHayford Ford
Isanti, MN
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesFury Ford Waconia
Waconia, MN
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesApple Autos
White Bear Lake, MNWhite Bear Lake, MN
Apple Lincoln Apple Valley
Apple Valley, MNApple Valley, MN
Audi Richfield In Mn
Richfield, MNRichfield, MN
Eden Prairie Nissan
Eden Prairie, MNEden Prairie, MN
Forest Lake Ford
Forest Lake, MNForest Lake, MN
Inver Grove Honda
Inver Grove Heights, MNInver Grove Heights, MN
Inver Grove Hyundai
Inver Grove Heights, MNInver Grove Heights, MN
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Highest Doc Fees in Minnesota
These Minnesota dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $328.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marthaler Honda | $444 | 4 |
| 2 | Rochester Toyota | $440 | 13 |
| 3 | Richfield Bloomington Honda | $430 | 14 |
| 4 | Saint Cloud Hyundai | $371 | 4 |
| 5 | Rochester Mazda | $370 | 10 |
| 6 | Apple Ford Shakopee | $370 | 9 |
| 7 | Fury Ford Waconia | $350 | 3 |
| 8 | Apple Autos | $350 | 3 |
| 9 | Apple Lincoln Apple Valley | $350 | 6 |
| 10 | Audi Richfield In Mn | $350 | 4 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Minnesota
These Minnesota dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Porsche Minneapolis | C 72/100 | $350 | 11 |
| Luther Brookdale Toyota | C 75/100 | $0 | 11 |
| Luther Bloomington Hyundai | C 76/100 | $350 | 3 |
| Metropolitan Ford Of Eden Prairie | C 78/100 | $350 | 4 |
| House Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram | C 79/100 | $0 | 3 |
| House Chevrolet Cadillac | B 81/100 | $350 | 5 |
| Freeway Ford Bloomington | B 81/100 | $350 | 3 |
| Lake Country Toyota | B 81/100 | $350 | 3 |
| Mosaic Ford Zumbrota | B 81/100 | $350 | 3 |
| Walser Buick GMC Of Bloomington | B 81/100 | $350 | 3 |
Most Common Add-ons in Minnesota
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Minnesota, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Minnesota
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Minnesota?
Ford
41 dealers · Avg score: 92/100
Chevrolet
32 dealers · Avg score: 93/100
Chrysler
21 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Ram
18 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Jeep
16 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Buick
15 dealers · Avg score: 96/100
Toyota
15 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
Dodge
15 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
GMC
14 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Honda
12 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Kia
11 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Nissan
10 dealers · Avg score: 98/100
Hyundai
10 dealers · Avg score: 93/100
Lincoln
9 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
Subaru
9 dealers · Avg score: 97/100
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How Minnesota compares to its neighbors
Average doc fees next door. Crossing a state line can change what the dealer charges.
Minnesota Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Minnesota?
As of September 2026, the average documentation fee in Minnesota is $328, based on 1,080 verified out-the-door quotes from 260 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $76 below the $404 national average.
Which Minnesota dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Marthaler Honda charges the highest verified doc fee in Minnesota at $444. Doc fees across the state range from $23 to $1,500.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Minnesota?
Albany Chrysler Center, Inc. in Albany is the highest-rated dealer in Minnesota with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 4 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Minnesota?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Minnesota dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 260 of 346 rated Minnesota dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.