Minnesota Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Minnesota? We analyzed 1,088 verified OTD quotes from 405 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of November 2026, the average doc fee at 325 rated Minnesota dealers is $327, $77 below the national average, based on 1,088 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Nov 6, 2026 · How we score dealers
The North Star State
Minnesota's dealer grade: B
85/100 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 $327.
- 275 of 405 rated Minnesota dealers earned an A for transparency; 86 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 $499 — Cornerstone Kia charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Minnesota is theft protection, appearing on 43% of itemized quotes at an average of $387.
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
$32 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 quotesSugar Loaf Ford Inc.
Winona, MN
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesCornerstone Ford
Elk River, MNElk River, MN
Subaru of Rochester
Rochester, MNRochester, MN
St. Cloud Toyota
Waite Park, MNWaite Park, MN
St. Cloud Subaru
St. Cloud, MNSt. Cloud, MN
Snell Motors
Mankato, MNMankato, MN
Wolf Motors Ford
Jordan, MNJordan, MN
Eden Prairie Nissan
Eden Prairie, MNEden Prairie, MN
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Highest Doc Fees in Minnesota
These Minnesota dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $327.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cornerstone Kia | $471 | 8 |
| 2 | Richfield Bloomington Honda | $463 | 12 |
| 3 | St. Cloud Hyundai | $371 | 4 |
| 4 | Rochester Mazda | $370 | 9 |
| 5 | Rochester Toyota | $370 | 8 |
| 6 | Cornerstone Ford | $352 | 10 |
| 7 | Sugar Loaf Ford Inc. | $350 | 4 |
| 8 | Subaru of Rochester | $350 | 7 |
| 9 | St. Cloud Toyota | $350 | 6 |
| 10 | St. Cloud Subaru | $350 | 5 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ryan CDJR Monticello | F 44/100 | — | 4 |
| Ryan Auto Mall | F 51/100 | — | 4 |
| Nissan of Rochester | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Kolar Toyota | D 60/100 | — | 6 |
| Kia of St. Cloud | D 60/100 | — | 6 |
| Yarmon Ford Inc | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Carlson Toyota | D 60/100 | — | 6 |
| Asa Auto Plaza of Austin | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Inver Grove Ford | D 69/100 | $350 | 5 |
| Tom Kadlec Chevrolet | C 76/100 | $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?
Chevrolet
48 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Ford
43 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Chrysler
23 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Ram
18 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Dodge
17 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Jeep
17 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
GMC
16 dealers · Avg score: 94/100
Buick
14 dealers · Avg score: 93/100
Toyota
14 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Hyundai
13 dealers · Avg score: 90/100
Nissan
12 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
Honda
12 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
Kia
12 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Subaru
11 dealers · Avg score: 97/100
Lincoln
9 dealers · Avg score: 92/100
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How Minnesota compares to its neighbors
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Minnesota Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Minnesota?
As of November 2026, the average documentation fee in Minnesota is $327, based on 1,088 verified out-the-door quotes from 325 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $77 below the $404 national average.
Which Minnesota dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Cornerstone Kia charges the highest verified doc fee in Minnesota at $471. Doc fees across the state range from $30 to $499.
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. 275 of 405 rated Minnesota dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.