Best Car Dealers in Arkansas
As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 162 of 598 Arkansas car dealers from 373 verified out-the-door quotes. Arkansas's average doc fee is $141.
96 of 162 rated Arkansas dealers earn an A · 50 earn a D or F
Data updated Oct 7, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Natural State
Arkansas's dealer grade: C
79/100 average transparency score
51st highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 162 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 598 dealers →Superior Mazda
Bentonville, AR
No mandatory add-ons · 23 verified quotes
See the quotesCrain Hyundai
Bentonville, AR
No mandatory add-ons · 11 verified quotes
See the quotesInfiniti of Central Arkansas
Benton, AR
No mandatory add-ons · 8 verified quotes
See the quotesCrain Kia of Bentonville
Bentonville, ARBentonville, AR
Superior Nissan of Conway
Conway, ARConway, AR
BMW of Little Rock
Little Rock, ARLittle Rock, AR
Central Pontiac-Gmc
Jonesboro, ARJonesboro, AR
Cogswell Ford
Russellville, ARRussellville, AR
Everett Chevrolet
Benton, ARBenton, AR
Gwatney Chevrolet
Jacksonville, ARJacksonville, AR
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More Dealers in Arkansas
Orr Toyota of Searcy
Searcy, AR · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Billy Wood Honda
El Dorado, AR · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Everett Volkswagen
Rogers, AR · 4 verified quotes
Riser
Hot Springs, AR · 3 verified quotes
Adventure Subaru
Fayetteville, AR · 6 verified quotes
Mclarty Daniel Buick GMC
Bentonville, AR · 6 verified quotes
Porsche Little Rock
Little Rock, AR · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Courtesy Auto Sales
Lake Hamilton, AR · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Drive
Leachville, AR · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Karl Malone Ford El Dorado
El Dorado, AR · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Acura of Little Rock
Little Rock, AR · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Best Ride Inc
Russellville, AR · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Buffalo River Auto Sales,Llc
Marshall, AR · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Cavenaugh Hyundai
Jonesboro, AR · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Chris Crain Dodge Jeep Ram
Benton, AR · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Clay Maxey Berryville
Berryville, AR · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Creekwood Motor Company
Searcy, AR · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Eugene Vaughn Ford Sales Inc.
Marked Tree, AR · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Honda of Fayetteville
Fayetteville, AR · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Hug GMC
Charleston, AR · 1 verified quoteLimited data
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 October 2026, the average documentation fee at 114 rated Arkansas dealers is $141, based on 373 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?
Superior Mazda, Crain Hyundai, Infiniti of Central Arkansas lead the Arkansas transparency rankings. 96 of 162 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: 82% 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.