Missouri Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Missouri? We analyzed 955 verified OTD quotes from 352 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of November 2026, the average doc fee at 255 rated Missouri dealers is $530, $126 above the national average, based on 955 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Nov 4, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Show-Me State
Missouri's dealer grade: C
78/100 average transparency score
21st highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Missouri has the 21st-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $530.
- 209 of 352 rated Missouri dealers earned an A for transparency; 103 earned a D or F.
- Luther Mazda of Kansas City in Kansas City is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 10 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Missouri range from $85 to $1,299 — Leo Payne Honda charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Missouri is accessories, appearing on 34% of itemized quotes at an average of $934.
Missouri Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Missouri
The most transparent dealers in Missouri, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Luther Mazda of Kansas City
Kansas City, MO
$131 below the Missouri average
No mandatory add-ons · 10 verified quotes
See the quotesJohn Morlan Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM
Cape Girardeau, MO
$31 below the Missouri average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesMolle Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM
Belton, MO
$130 below the Missouri average
No mandatory add-ons · 9 verified quotes
See the quotesAckerman Toyota
St. Louis, MOSt. Louis, MO
Ed Morse Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM
Lebanon, MOLebanon, MO
Straatmann Toyota
Washington, MOWashington, MO
Heartland Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM
Excelsior Springs, MOExcelsior Springs, MO
MINI of St. Louis
St. Louis, MOSt. Louis, MO
Northtowne Hyundai
Kansas City, MOKansas City, MO
Kirksville Toyota
Kirksville, MOKirksville, MO
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Highest Doc Fees in Missouri
These Missouri dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $530.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Leo Payne Honda | $635 | 8 |
| 2 | Corwin Ford of Springfield | $629 | 5 |
| 3 | Sunset Hills Subaru | $621 | 11 |
| 4 | Hw Kia of West County | $621 | 15 |
| 5 | Glendale Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM | $621 | 3 |
| 6 | South County Dodge Chrysler Jeep RAM | $621 | 7 |
| 7 | Lou Fusz Subaru St. Louis | $620 | 8 |
| 8 | AutoCenters Nissan | $620 | 11 |
| 9 | Van Cadillac of Kansas City | $620 | 3 |
| 10 | Bob Sight Independence Kia | $620 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suntrup Ford Westport | F 48/100 | — | 3 |
| Clement Hyundai | F 58/100 | $604 | 4 |
| Rolling Hills Auto Plaza | D 60/100 | — | 4 |
| Airport Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Napleton's Mid Rivers Kia | D 67/100 | $620 | 3 |
| Joe Machens Dealerships | D 68/100 | $587 | 4 |
| Suntrup Ford Kirkwood | C 74/100 | $604 | 3 |
| Dave Cross Motors Kansas | C 75/100 | $565 | 7 |
| Gary Crossley Ford | C 77/100 | $604 | 3 |
| Cable Dahmer Chevrolet of Independence | C 78/100 | $599 | 4 |
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
49 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
Chevrolet
28 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Chrysler
27 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Jeep
27 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Dodge
26 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Ram
24 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Toyota
18 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
GMC
17 dealers · Avg score: 94/100
Honda
16 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Buick
14 dealers · Avg score: 93/100
Kia
14 dealers · Avg score: 78/100
Hyundai
13 dealers · Avg score: 90/100
Nissan
13 dealers · Avg score: 95/100
Mazda
9 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
Subaru
9 dealers · Avg score: 94/100
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How Missouri compares to its neighbors
Average doc fees next door. Crossing a state line can change what the dealer charges.
Missouri Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Missouri?
As of November 2026, the average documentation fee in Missouri is $530, based on 955 verified out-the-door quotes from 255 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $126 above the $404 national average.
Which Missouri dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Leo Payne Honda charges the highest verified doc fee in Missouri at $635. Doc fees across the state range from $85 to $1,299.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Missouri?
Luther Mazda of Kansas City in Kansas City is the highest-rated dealer in Missouri with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 10 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. 209 of 352 rated Missouri dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.