Arkansas Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Arkansas? We analyzed 371 verified OTD quotes from 160 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of October 2026, the average doc fee at 113 rated Arkansas dealers is $141, $263 below the national average, based on 371 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Oct 4, 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.
Key Findings
- Arkansas has the 51st-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $141.
- 95 of 160 rated Arkansas dealers earned an A for transparency; 49 earned a D or F.
- BMW of Little Rock in Little Rock is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 4 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Arkansas range from $75 to $608 — Ford of West Memphis charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Arkansas is accessories, appearing on 37% of itemized quotes at an average of $673.
Arkansas Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Arkansas
The most transparent dealers in Arkansas, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
BMW of Little Rock
Little Rock, AR
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesCentral Pontiac-Gmc
Jonesboro, AR
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesCogswell Ford
Russellville, AR
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesCrain Hyundai
Bentonville, ARBentonville, AR
Crain Kia of Bentonville
Bentonville, ARBentonville, AR
Everett Chevrolet
Benton, ARBenton, AR
Gwatney Chevrolet
Jacksonville, ARJacksonville, AR
Infiniti of Central Arkansas
Benton, ARBenton, AR
Landers Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Little Rock
Little Rock, ARLittle Rock, AR
Magness Toyota
Harrison, ARHarrison, AR
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Highest Doc Fees in Arkansas
These Arkansas dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $141.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ford of West Memphis | $608 | 3 |
| 2 | Smart Honda | $180 | 4 |
| 3 | Infiniti of Central Arkansas | $130 | 8 |
| 4 | BMW of Little Rock | $129 | 4 |
| 5 | Central Pontiac-Gmc | $129 | 3 |
| 6 | Cogswell Ford | $129 | 3 |
| 7 | Crain Hyundai | $129 | 11 |
| 8 | Crain Kia of Bentonville | $129 | 6 |
| 9 | Everett Chevrolet | $129 | 3 |
| 10 | Gwatney Chevrolet | $129 | 3 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Arkansas
These Arkansas dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mclarty Daniel Buick GMC | F 51/100 | — | 6 |
| Adventure Subaru | F 57/100 | — | 6 |
| Riser | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Everett Volkswagen | D 60/100 | — | 4 |
| Mclarty Nissan of Little Rock | C 75/100 | $129 | 3 |
| Ford of West Memphis | C 79/100 | $608 | 3 |
| Mclarty Volkswagen Mazda | B 84/100 | $129 | 4 |
| Crain Ford of Little Rock | B 88/100 | $129 | 7 |
| Subaru of Little Rock | B 89/100 | $129 | 14 |
| Land Rover Little Rock | A 91/100 | $129 | 3 |
Most Common Add-ons in Arkansas
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Arkansas, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Arkansas
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Arkansas?
Ford
20 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Chevrolet
17 dealers · Avg score: 93/100
Toyota
14 dealers · Avg score: 72/100
GMC
12 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Chrysler
10 dealers · Avg score: 59/100
Dodge
10 dealers · Avg score: 59/100
Jeep
10 dealers · Avg score: 59/100
Hyundai
9 dealers · Avg score: 95/100
Ram
9 dealers · Avg score: 60/100
Buick
8 dealers · Avg score: 92/100
Honda
8 dealers · Avg score: 90/100
Mazda
4 dealers · Avg score: 96/100
Nissan
4 dealers · Avg score: 94/100
Kia
3 dealers · Avg score: 99/100
Lincoln
3 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
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How Arkansas compares to its neighbors
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Arkansas Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Arkansas?
As of October 2026, the average documentation fee in Arkansas is $141, based on 371 verified out-the-door quotes from 113 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $263 below the $404 national average.
Which Arkansas dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Ford of West Memphis charges the highest verified doc fee in Arkansas at $608. Doc fees across the state range from $75 to $608.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Arkansas?
BMW of Little Rock in Little Rock is the highest-rated dealer in Arkansas with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 4 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Arkansas?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Arkansas dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 95 of 160 rated Arkansas dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.