Best Car Dealers in Arkansas
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 110 of 552 Arkansas car dealers from 304 verified out-the-door quotes. Arkansas's average doc fee is $141.
84 of 110 rated Arkansas dealers earn an A · 16 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 29, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Natural State
Arkansas's dealer grade: B
83/100 average transparency score
49th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 110 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 552 dealers →Gwatney Chevrolet
Jacksonville, AR
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesMclarty Mazda
North Little Rock, AR
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesLanders Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Little Rock
Little Rock, AR
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesCogswell Ford
Russellville, ARRussellville, AR
Superior Dodge Chrysler Jeep
Conway, ARConway, AR
Crain Kia Of Sherwood
Sherwood, ARSherwood, AR
Crain Kia Of Bentonville
Bentonville, ARBentonville, AR
Crain Chevrolet
Little Rock, ARLittle Rock, AR
Landers Toyota
Little Rock, ARLittle Rock, AR
Mark Mclarty Lincoln
North Little Rock, ARNorth Little Rock, AR
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Orr Gm Superstore
Searcy, AR · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Scott Wood Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Batesville, AR · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Red River Ford
Cabot, AR · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Parker Lexus
Little Rock, AR · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Billy Wood Honda
El Dorado, AR · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Caldwell Toyota
Conway, AR · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Volkswagen Of Little Rock
Little Rock, AR · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Porsche Little Rock
Little Rock, AR · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Cartime Autos
Springdale, ARNo Pricing Provided
Wholesale Autos Direct
Harrison, ARNo Pricing Provided
Wholesale Auto Usa
Jacksonville, ARNo Pricing Provided
Brooks Autoplex Corp
North Little Rock, ARNo Pricing Provided
Red River Dodge
Wynne, ARNo Pricing Provided
Lewis Automotive Farmington
Farmington, ARNo Pricing Provided
Best Auto Sales
Russellville, ARNo Pricing Provided
Mark Mclarty Ford
North Little Rock, ARNo Pricing Provided
Dale Green Motors
Mountain Home, ARNo Pricing Provided
M Auto Sales
Little Rock, ARNo Pricing Provided
Chris Crain Hyundai
Conway, ARNo Pricing Provided
Carvana
North Little Rock, ARNo Pricing Provided
Dealers by City in Arkansas
Arkansas doc fee law
Arkansas caps dealer documentation fees at $129. Anything materially higher on an Arkansas quote is worth challenging before you sign.
Arkansas Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Arkansas?
As of July 2026, the average documentation fee at 67 rated Arkansas dealers is $141, based on 304 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. State law caps Arkansas doc fees at approximately $129.
Who are the best car dealers in Arkansas?
Gwatney Chevrolet, Mclarty Mazda, Landers Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Little Rock lead the Arkansas transparency rankings. 84 of 110 rated Arkansas dealers earned an A grade for fair fees, minimal add-ons, and honest pricing.
How are Arkansas dealers graded?
Each dealer is scored 0-100 from verified out-the-door price quotes: fee transparency (30%), add-on behavior (30%), price accuracy (30%), and data quality (10%). Grades update as new Arkansas quotes are verified.
How Arkansas compares to its neighbors
Average doc fees next door. Crossing a state line can change what the dealer charges.
Tips for Buying a Car in Arkansas
- Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in Arkansas is $141. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 85% of dealers in Arkansas charge no mandatory add-ons.
- Get multiple quotes: Request OTD quotes from at least 3 dealers to compare total prices, not just sticker prices.
- Check transparency scores: Dealers with scores above 80 typically have fair doc fees and minimal add-ons.