Minnesota Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Minnesota? We analyzed 1,064 verified OTD quotes from 398 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of October 2026, the average doc fee at 321 rated Minnesota dealers is $332, $72 below the national average, based on 1,064 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Oct 17, 2026 · How we score dealers
The North Star State
Minnesota's dealer grade: B
84/100 average transparency score
40th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Minnesota has the 40th-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $332.
- 272 of 398 rated Minnesota dealers earned an A for transparency; 83 earned a D or F.
- Albany Chrysler Center, Inc. in Albany is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 3 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Minnesota range from $30 to $1,045 — Rochester Toyota charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Minnesota is theft protection, appearing on 41% of itemized quotes at an average of $380.
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
$37 below the Minnesota average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesHayford Ford
Isanti, MN
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesMorrie's Minnetonka Mazda
Minnetonka, MN
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesApple Autos
White Bear Lake, MNWhite Bear Lake, MN
Apple Lincoln Apple Valley
Apple Valley, MNApple Valley, MN
White Bear Subaru
Saint Paul, MNSaint Paul, MN
Audi Richfield In Mn
MNMN
Buerkle Acura
Brooklyn Park, MNBrooklyn Park, MN
Forest Lake Ford
Forest Lake, MNForest Lake, MN
True North Motors
Burnsville, MNBurnsville, MN
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Highest Doc Fees in Minnesota
These Minnesota dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $332.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rochester Toyota | $599 | 5 |
| 2 | Boucher Group | $487 | 4 |
| 3 | Cornerstone Kia | $471 | 3 |
| 4 | Richfield Bloomington Honda | $463 | 12 |
| 5 | Kline Nissan | $380 | 5 |
| 6 | Saint Cloud Hyundai | $371 | 4 |
| 7 | St. Cloud Hyundai | $370 | 3 |
| 8 | Rochester Mazda | $370 | 11 |
| 9 | Cornerstone Ford | $352 | 6 |
| 10 | Morrie's Minnetonka Mazda | $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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luther Brookdale Toyota | F 48/100 | — | 13 |
| Ryan Auto Mall | F 51/100 | — | 8 |
| Carlson Toyota | F 57/100 | — | 6 |
| Nissan of Rochester | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Miller Auto Plaza Buick GMC | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Yarmon Ford Inc | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Inver Grove Ford | D 69/100 | $350 | 5 |
| Porsche Minneapolis | C 75/100 | $350 | 5 |
| Boucher Group | C 76/100 | $487 | 4 |
| House Chevrolet Cadillac | C 78/100 | $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
45 dealers · Avg score: 90/100
Chevrolet
42 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Chrysler
24 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Ram
20 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Jeep
18 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Dodge
17 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Buick
16 dealers · Avg score: 93/100
Toyota
15 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
GMC
15 dealers · Avg score: 92/100
Kia
12 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Honda
12 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Subaru
11 dealers · Avg score: 96/100
Hyundai
11 dealers · Avg score: 94/100
Nissan
11 dealers · Avg score: 94/100
Lincoln
10 dealers · Avg score: 92/100
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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 October 2026, the average documentation fee in Minnesota is $332, based on 1,064 verified out-the-door quotes from 321 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $72 below the $404 national average.
Which Minnesota dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Rochester Toyota charges the highest verified doc fee in Minnesota at $599. Doc fees across the state range from $30 to $1,045.
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 3 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. 272 of 398 rated Minnesota dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.