Best Car Dealers in Missouri
As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 391 of 1420 Missouri car dealers from 1,041 verified out-the-door quotes. Missouri's average doc fee is $514.
207 of 391 rated Missouri dealers earn an A · 131 earn a D or F
Data updated Oct 5, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Show-Me State
Missouri's dealer grade: C
75/100 average transparency score
23rd highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 391 dealers with verified quotes.
CarEdge Certified dealers in Missouri
These dealers guarantee an all-in out-the-door price up front and no surprise add-ons.
- A100/1002026
Ackerman Toyota
St. Louis, MO
129 verified quotes$299doc feeNo add-ons$215 below the Missouri average
- A98/1002026
Reliable Hyundai
Springfield, MO
2 verified quotes$570doc feeNo add-ons - A97/1002026
Reliable Subaru
Springfield, MO
2 verified quotes$620doc feeNo add-ons - A97/1002026
Van Subaru
Kansas City, MO
1 verified quote$620doc feeNo add-ons - A97/1002026
Van Cadillac of Kansas City
Kansas City, MO
1 verified quote$620doc feeNo add-ons - A97/1002026
Reliable Mazda
Springfield, MO
1 verified quote$620doc feeNo add-ons
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CarEdge CertifiedSt. Louis, MO
$215 below the Missouri average
No mandatory add-ons · 129 verified quotes
See the quotesLuther Mazda of Kansas City
Kansas City, MO
$115 below the Missouri average
No mandatory add-ons · 10 verified quotes
See the quotesHeartland
Unionville, MO
No mandatory add-ons · 8 verified quotes
See the quotesAutohaus BMW
St. Louis, MOSt. Louis, MO
Thoroughbred Ford
Kansas City, MOKansas City, MO
Molle
Belton, MOBelton, MO
BMW of Columbia
Columbia, MOColumbia, MO
Oakes Auto
North Kansas City, MONorth Kansas City, MO
Premier Sports Cars
Springfield, MOSpringfield, MO
Molle Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Belton, MOBelton, MO
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Lou Fusz Mazda
Creve Coeur, MO · 3 verified quotes
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Columbia, MO · 14 verified quotes
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Lee's Summit, MO · 17 verified quotes
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St. Louis, MO · 7 verified quotes
Audi Springfield
Springfield, MO · 3 verified quotes
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Platte City, MO · 3 verified quotes
Corwin Ford of Springfield
Springfield, MO · 5 verified quotes
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St. Louis, MO · 5 verified quotes
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St. Louis, MO · 4 verified quotes
Spirit Lexus
St. Louis, MO · 4 verified quotes
Leo Payne Honda
Ellisville, MO · 8 verified quotes
Reliable Lexus
Springfield, MO · 5 verified quotes
Reliable Toyota
Springfield, MO · 5 verified quotes
Gary Crossley Ford
Kansas City, MO · 7 verified quotes
South County CDJR
Saint Louis, MO · 4 verified quotes
Wood Ford of Carthage
Carthage, MO · 3 verified quotes
Subaru of Columbia
Columbia, MO · 8 verified quotes
Greenway Ford
Raytown, MO · 3 verified quotes
O'Fallon Buick GMC
O'Fallon, MO · 4 verified quotes
South County
St. Louis, MO · 3 verified quotes
Dealers by City in Missouri
Missouri doc fee law
Missouri law caps dealer documentation fees at approximately $621. A doc fee above that level on a Missouri quote is worth challenging before you sign.
Missouri Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Missouri?
As of October 2026, the average documentation fee at 270 rated Missouri dealers is $514, based on 1,041 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. State law caps Missouri doc fees at approximately $621.
Who are the best car dealers in Missouri?
Ackerman Toyota, Luther Mazda of Kansas City, Heartland lead the Missouri transparency rankings. 207 of 391 rated Missouri dealers earned an A grade for fair fees, minimal add-ons, and honest pricing.
How are Missouri 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 Missouri quotes are verified.
How Missouri 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 Missouri
- Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in Missouri is $514. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 81% of dealers in Missouri 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.