Tennessee Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Tennessee? We analyzed 1,524 verified OTD quotes from 444 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of September 2026, the average doc fee at 339 rated Tennessee dealers is $673, $269 above the national average, based on 1,524 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Sep 5, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Volunteer State
Tennessee's dealer grade: B
82/100 average transparency score
10th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Tennessee has the 10th-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $673.
- 303 of 444 rated Tennessee dealers earned an A for transparency; 63 earned a D or F.
- Lexus Of Nashville in Nashville is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 3 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Tennessee range from $36 to $1,494 — Golden Circle Ford Lincoln charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Tennessee is accessories, appearing on 39% of itemized quotes at an average of $922.
Tennessee Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Tennessee
The most transparent dealers in Tennessee, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Lexus Of Nashville
Nashville, TN
$74 below the Tennessee average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesRoberts Toyota
Columbia, TN
$175 below the Tennessee average
No mandatory add-ons · 16 verified quotes
See the quotesCrystal Auto Sales Inc
Nashville, TN
$423 below the Tennessee average
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesStan Mcnabb Cadillac Of Columbia
Columbia, TNColumbia, TN
Stinnett Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Newport, TNNewport, TN
Maynord Auto Sales, Llc
Livingston, TNLivingston, TN
Lakeway Auto
Bristol, TNBristol, TN
Parks Motor Sales
Columbia, TNColumbia, TN
Peppers Toyota
Paris, TNParis, TN
Vehicles Nashville
Nashville, TNNashville, TN
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Highest Doc Fees in Tennessee
These Tennessee dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $673.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Golden Circle Ford Lincoln | $999 | 3 |
| 2 | Golden Circle Ford | $999 | 8 |
| 3 | Integrity Mazda | $999 | 4 |
| 4 | Carlock Auto Group | $999 | 8 |
| 5 | Volvo Cars Cool Springs | $999 | 7 |
| 6 | Volkswagen Of Cool Springs | $999 | 16 |
| 7 | Benton Nissan Of Columbia | $999 | 6 |
| 8 | Mt. Juliet Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram | $998 | 21 |
| 9 | Hyundai Of Columbia | $997 | 21 |
| 10 | Cars 4 U Llc | $997 | 4 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Tennessee
These Tennessee dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audi Knoxville | F 54/100 | $699 | 19 |
| Cars 4 U Llc | F 55/100 | $997 | 4 |
| Ford Of Murfreesboro | D 69/100 | $899 | 15 |
| Benton Nissan Of Columbia | D 69/100 | $999 | 6 |
| Kia Of Chattanooga | C 74/100 | $799 | 5 |
| Chuck Hutton Chevrolet | C 74/100 | $0 | 13 |
| Carsmart.Net | C 74/100 | $600 | 3 |
| Ted Russell Ford Lincoln | C 75/100 | $795 | 6 |
| Toyota Of Knoxville | C 76/100 | $898 | 7 |
| Rusty Wallace Hyundai | C 76/100 | $910 | 15 |
Most Common Add-ons in Tennessee
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Tennessee, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Tennessee
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Tennessee?
Ford
39 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Nissan
26 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Toyota
25 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Chevrolet
25 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Hyundai
21 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Chrysler
18 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Dodge
18 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Jeep
18 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Ram
18 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
GMC
16 dealers · Avg score: 75/100
Honda
15 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Kia
14 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Buick
10 dealers · Avg score: 74/100
Volkswagen
9 dealers · Avg score: 64/100
Subaru
9 dealers · Avg score: 69/100
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How Tennessee compares to its neighbors
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Tennessee Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Tennessee?
As of September 2026, the average documentation fee in Tennessee is $673, based on 1,524 verified out-the-door quotes from 339 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $269 above the $404 national average.
Which Tennessee dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Golden Circle Ford Lincoln charges the highest verified doc fee in Tennessee at $999. Doc fees across the state range from $36 to $1,494.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Tennessee?
Lexus Of Nashville in Nashville is the highest-rated dealer in Tennessee with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 3 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Tennessee?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Tennessee dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 303 of 444 rated Tennessee dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.