Idaho Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Idaho? We analyzed 339 verified OTD quotes from 159 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of July 2026, the average doc fee at 118 rated Idaho dealers is $395, $5 below the national average, based on 339 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Jul 26, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Gem State
Idaho's dealer grade: C
75/100 average transparency score
32nd highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Idaho has the 32nd-highest average doc fee of the 50 states we track, at $395.
- 95 of 159 rated Idaho dealers earned an A for transparency; 33 earned a D or F.
- Peak Auto Sales Llc in Pocatello is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 3 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Idaho range from $12 to $762 — Phil Meador Toyota charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Idaho is accessories, appearing on 63% of itemized quotes at an average of $1,231.
Idaho Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Idaho
The most transparent dealers in Idaho, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Peak Auto Sales Llc
Pocatello, ID
$106 below the Idaho average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesDave Smith Chevrolet GMC
Kellogg, ID
$195 below the Idaho average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesParker Subaru
Coeur d'Alene, ID
$96 below the Idaho average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesWackerli Subaru
Idaho Falls, IDIdaho Falls, ID
Post Falls Volkswagen
Post Falls, IDPost Falls, ID
Rob Green Auto Group
Twin Falls, IDTwin Falls, ID
Larry H. Miller Subaru Boise
Boise, IDBoise, ID
Teton Toyota
Idaho Falls, IDIdaho Falls, ID
Young Mazda Of Idaho Falls
Idaho Falls, IDIdaho Falls, ID
Larry H. Miller Honda Boise
Boise, IDBoise, ID
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Highest Doc Fees in Idaho
These Idaho dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $395.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Phil Meador Toyota | $688 | 10 |
| 2 | Liberty GMC | $599 | 16 |
| 3 | Autosavvy Of Boise | $599 | 4 |
| 4 | Goode Motor Mazda | $556 | 7 |
| 5 | Goode Motor Ford | $552 | 3 |
| 6 | Dave Smith | $549 | 4 |
| 7 | Corwin Ford | $537 | 8 |
| 8 | Peterson Toyota | $524 | 4 |
| 9 | Twin Falls Chevrolet | $499 | 5 |
| 10 | Audi Volkswagen Boise | $499 | 4 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Idaho
These Idaho dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autosavvy Of Boise | D 69.9/100 | $599 | 4 |
| Dennis Dillon GMC | C 72.9/100 | $499 | 4 |
| Goode Motor Mazda | C 73.8/100 | $556 | 7 |
| Young GMC Of Burley | B 81.5/100 | $448 | 4 |
| Phil Meador Toyota | B 81.8/100 | $688 | 10 |
| Peterson Chevrolet Buick Cadillac | B 82.5/100 | $499 | 5 |
| Liberty GMC | B 84.1/100 | $599 | 16 |
| Elite Auto Sales Llc | B 84.4/100 | $499 | 4 |
| Caribou Ford | B 85/100 | $275 | 4 |
| Dave Smith | B 86.4/100 | $549 | 4 |
Most Common Add-ons in Idaho
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Idaho, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Idaho
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Idaho?
GMC
13 dealers · Avg score: 64/100
Ford
13 dealers · Avg score: 68/100
Chevrolet
11 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
Jeep
9 dealers · Avg score: 57/100
Ram
9 dealers · Avg score: 57/100
Toyota
9 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Subaru
8 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Chrysler
8 dealers · Avg score: 64/100
Dodge
8 dealers · Avg score: 64/100
Honda
6 dealers · Avg score: 92/100
Buick
5 dealers · Avg score: 75/100
Volkswagen
5 dealers · Avg score: 93/100
Kia
4 dealers · Avg score: 43/100
Hyundai
4 dealers · Avg score: 70/100
Nissan
4 dealers · Avg score: 73/100
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How Idaho compares to its neighbors
Average doc fees next door. Crossing a state line can change what the dealer charges.
Idaho Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Idaho?
As of July 2026, the average documentation fee in Idaho is $395, based on 339 verified out-the-door quotes from 118 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $5 below the $400 national average.
Which Idaho dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Phil Meador Toyota charges the highest verified doc fee in Idaho at $688. Doc fees across the state range from $12 to $762.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Idaho?
Peak Auto Sales Llc in Pocatello is the highest-rated dealer in Idaho with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 3 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Idaho?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Idaho dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 95 of 159 rated Idaho dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.