Missouri Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Missouri? We analyzed 567 verified OTD quotes from 181 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of July 2026, the average doc fee at 181 rated Missouri dealers is $431, $31 above the national average, based on 567 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Jul 6, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Show-Me State
Missouri's dealer grade: C
77/100 average transparency score
25th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Missouri has the 25th-highest average doc fee of the 53 states we track, at $431.
- 107 of 181 rated Missouri dealers earned an A for transparency; 33 earned a D or F.
- Reed Chevrolet in Saint Joseph is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 4 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Missouri range from $0 to $1,390 — Gladstone charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Missouri is protection plan, appearing on 47% of itemized quotes at an average of $1,003.
Missouri Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Missouri
The most transparent dealers in Missouri, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Reed Chevrolet
Saint Joseph, MO
$68 above the Missouri average
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesLuther Mazda Of Kansas City
Kansas City, MO
$32 below the Missouri average
No mandatory add-ons · 8 verified quotes
See the quotesMolle
Belton, MO
$81 below the Missouri average
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesHeartland
Unionville, MOUnionville, MO
Ackerman Toyota
St. Louis, MOSt. Louis, MO
Joe Machens Hyundai
Columbia, MOColumbia, MO
Lou Fusz Buick GMC
St. Louis, MOSt. Louis, MO
Bommarito St. Peters
St. Peters, MOSt. Peters, MO
Reliable Lexus
Springfield, MOSpringfield, MO
Mercedes-Benz Of Chesterfield
O'Fallon, MOO'Fallon, MO
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Highest Doc Fees in Missouri
These Missouri dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $431.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gladstone | $629 | 3 |
| 2 | AutoCenters Nissan | $625 | 9 |
| 3 | South County | $621 | 3 |
| 4 | Johnny Londoff Autoplex | $620 | 3 |
| 5 | Reliable Toyota | $620 | 5 |
| 6 | Leo Payne Honda | $613 | 6 |
| 7 | Hw Kia Of West County | $607 | 12 |
| 8 | Oakes Kia | $604 | 3 |
| 9 | Sunset Ford | $604 | 3 |
| 10 | Schicker Automotive Group | $604 | 4 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Missouri
These Missouri dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dave Cross Motors Kansas | C 71.8/100 | $565 | 3 |
| Suntrup Ford Kirkwood | C 73.4/100 | $604 | 8 |
| Fisher Auto Group | C 75/100 | $0 | 15 |
| South County | C 75.9/100 | $621 | 3 |
| Greenway Ford | C 76.6/100 | $565 | 9 |
| Bommarito Toyota | C 77.7/100 | $0 | 4 |
| Lee'S Summit Subaru | C 77.8/100 | $559 | 5 |
| Subaru Of Columbia | B 81/100 | $0 | 3 |
| Wood Ford Of Carthage | B 81.9/100 | $364 | 4 |
| Reliable Toyota | B 82.6/100 | $620 | 5 |
Most Common Add-ons in Missouri
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Missouri, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Missouri
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Missouri?
Ford
26 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Chevrolet
15 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
Toyota
13 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Honda
12 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Jeep
10 dealers · Avg score: 74/100
Chrysler
10 dealers · Avg score: 73/100
Kia
10 dealers · Avg score: 69/100
Dodge
9 dealers · Avg score: 71/100
Ram
8 dealers · Avg score: 70/100
Hyundai
7 dealers · Avg score: 69/100
GMC
6 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
Buick
5 dealers · Avg score: 94/100
Mazda
4 dealers · Avg score: 48/100
Lincoln
4 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Nissan
4 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
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How Missouri compares to its neighbors
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Missouri Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Missouri?
As of July 2026, the average documentation fee in Missouri is $431, based on 567 verified out-the-door quotes from 181 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $31 above the $400 national average.
Which Missouri dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Gladstone charges the highest verified doc fee in Missouri at $629. Doc fees across the state range from $0 to $1,390.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Missouri?
Reed Chevrolet in Saint Joseph is the highest-rated dealer in Missouri with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 4 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Missouri?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Missouri dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 107 of 181 rated Missouri dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.