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Indiana Dealer Fee Report

How transparent are car dealers in Indiana? We analyzed 1,112 verified OTD quotes from 417 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.

As of October 2026, the average doc fee at 322 rated Indiana dealers is $255, $149 below the national average, based on 1,112 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.

Data updated Oct 5, 2026 · How we score dealers

The Hoosier State

Indiana's dealer grade: B

82/100 average transparency score

45th highest doc fees in the U.S.

417
Dealers
1,112
Quotes
82/100
Avg Score
$255
Avg Doc Fee
national avg: $404
68%
No Add-ons
$217
Avg Add-ons
(when present)

Key Findings

  • Indiana has the 45th-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $255.
  • 237 of 417 rated Indiana dealers earned an A for transparency; 99 earned a D or F.
  • John Jones Chevrolet of Corydon in Corydon is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 4 verified quotes.
  • Verified doc fees in Indiana range from $25 to $1,246 — Bentley Indianapolis charges the most.
  • The most common dealer add-on in Indiana is accessories, appearing on 32% of itemized quotes at an average of $1,065.

Indiana Dealer Grade Distribution

57%
A237
12%
B52
7%
C29
13%
D55
11%
F44

Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Indiana

The most transparent dealers in Indiana, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).

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Highest Doc Fees in Indiana

These Indiana dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $255.

Lowest-Rated Dealers in Indiana

These Indiana dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.

DealerGradeDoc FeeQuotes
Fort Wayne Toyota
F
44/100
—4
Tom Kelley Cadillac
F
54/100
—3
Uebelhor & Sons
F
56/100
—4
Nissan of Warsaw
F
57/100
—7
Fort Wayne Kia
F
58/100
—8
Lochmandy Motor Sales, Inc - CDJR
D
60/100
—3
Lou Fusz Kia Terre Haute
D
60/100
—3
Michigan City Kia
D
60/100
$2516
Bentley Indianapolis
D
69/100
$1,2463
Boucher Group
C
70/100
$2513

Most Common Add-ons in Indiana

The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Indiana, based on itemized OTD quotes.

1
accessoriesavg $1,065
81 quotes
2
theft protectionavg $390
66 quotes
3
protection planavg $1,014
43 quotes
4
paint protectionavg $1,406
31 quotes
5
vin etchavg $304
20 quotes
6
guardavg $256
17 quotes
7
wheel locksavg $169
7 quotes
8
protection packageavg $2,140
6 quotes
9
cargo accessoriesavg $174
6 quotes
10
floor matsavg $265
6 quotes

Dealers by Brand in Indiana

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How Indiana compares to its neighbors

Average doc fees next door. Crossing a state line can change what the dealer charges.

Indiana Dealer Fee FAQ

What is the average dealer doc fee in Indiana?

As of October 2026, the average documentation fee in Indiana is $255, based on 1,112 verified out-the-door quotes from 322 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $149 below the $404 national average.

Which Indiana dealers charge the highest doc fees?

Bentley Indianapolis charges the highest verified doc fee in Indiana at $1,246. Doc fees across the state range from $25 to $1,246.

Who is the most transparent car dealer in Indiana?

John Jones Chevrolet of Corydon in Corydon is the highest-rated dealer in Indiana with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 4 verified quotes.

Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Indiana?

Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Indiana dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 237 of 417 rated Indiana dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.