Wisconsin Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Wisconsin? We analyzed 818 verified OTD quotes from 245 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of July 2026, the average doc fee at 245 rated Wisconsin dealers is $348, $52 below the national average, based on 818 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Jul 7, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Badger State
Wisconsin's dealer grade: B
84/100 average transparency score
34th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Wisconsin has the 34th-highest average doc fee of the 53 states we track, at $348.
- 164 of 245 rated Wisconsin dealers earned an A for transparency; 30 earned a D or F.
- Toycen Ford Chippewa Falls in Chippewa Falls is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 5 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Wisconsin range from $0 to $999 — Serra Toyota charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Wisconsin is accessories, appearing on 55% of itemized quotes at an average of $1,423.
Wisconsin Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Wisconsin
The most transparent dealers in Wisconsin, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Toycen Ford Chippewa Falls
Chippewa Falls, WI
$49 below the Wisconsin average
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesMarthaler Toyota Of Ashland
Ashland, WI
$49 below the Wisconsin average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesMarkquart, Inc.
Chippewa Falls, WI
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesLenz Auto
Fond du Lac, WIFond du Lac, WI
Wheelers Chevrolet GMC Of Marshfield
Marshfield, WIMarshfield, WI
Kearns
Johnson Creek, WIJohnson Creek, WI
International Autos Group
Menomonee Falls, WIMenomonee Falls, WI
Symdon Chevrolet
Evansville, WIEvansville, WI
Prestige Kia
Eau Claire, WIEau Claire, WI
Pischke Motors
La Crosse, WILa Crosse, WI
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Highest Doc Fees in Wisconsin
These Wisconsin dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $348.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Serra Toyota | $664 | 12 |
| 2 | Bell Ford | $624 | 6 |
| 3 | Kunes Hope Chevrolet | $599 | 6 |
| 4 | Lynch Mukwonago | $549 | 4 |
| 5 | Lynch Chevrolet Of Kenosha | $532 | 3 |
| 6 | Frank Boucher CDJR Vw Of Janesville | $516 | 6 |
| 7 | Bachrodt Baraboo Motors | $499 | 3 |
| 8 | Griffin'S Hub | $499 | 6 |
| 9 | Kayser Chrysler Center | $499 | 3 |
| 10 | Metro Ford Of Madison | $499 | 5 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Wisconsin
These Wisconsin dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frank Boucher CDJR Vw Of Janesville | C 72.6/100 | $516 | 6 |
| Zimbrick Hyundai West | C 73/100 | $399 | 5 |
| Bell Ford | C 74/100 | $624 | 6 |
| Napleton Lexus Of Milwaukee | C 74.9/100 | $0 | 8 |
| Lexus Of Brookfield | C 77/100 | $383 | 5 |
| Zeigler Hyundai Of Racine | C 78/100 | $0 | 3 |
| Stevens Point Ford | C 78.3/100 | $402 | 6 |
| Honda Of Kenosha | C 79.1/100 | $498 | 7 |
| Van Horn Hyundai Of Sheboygan | B 80.4/100 | $333 | 3 |
| Kunes Hope Chevrolet | B 80.5/100 | $599 | 6 |
Most Common Add-ons in Wisconsin
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Wisconsin, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Wisconsin
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Wisconsin?
Ford
27 dealers · Avg score: 92/100
Chevrolet
22 dealers · Avg score: 92/100
GMC
18 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Toyota
16 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Chrysler
15 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Dodge
14 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
Ram
14 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Jeep
14 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Honda
13 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Buick
13 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Hyundai
13 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Nissan
11 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Kia
10 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Subaru
10 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Mazda
7 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
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Wisconsin Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Wisconsin?
As of July 2026, the average documentation fee in Wisconsin is $348, based on 818 verified out-the-door quotes from 245 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $52 below the $400 national average.
Which Wisconsin dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Serra Toyota charges the highest verified doc fee in Wisconsin at $664. Doc fees across the state range from $0 to $999.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Wisconsin?
Toycen Ford Chippewa Falls in Chippewa Falls is the highest-rated dealer in Wisconsin with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 5 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Wisconsin?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Wisconsin dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 164 of 245 rated Wisconsin dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.