Kansas Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Kansas? We analyzed 367 verified OTD quotes from 140 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of July 2026, the average doc fee at 108 rated Kansas dealers is $524, $124 above the national average, based on 367 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Jul 26, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Sunflower State
Kansas's dealer grade: B
83/100 average transparency score
21st highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Kansas has the 21st-highest average doc fee of the 50 states we track, at $524.
- 92 of 140 rated Kansas dealers earned an A for transparency; 18 earned a D or F.
- Long Mcarthur Ford in Salina is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 3 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Kansas range from $71 to $999 — Noller Hyundai Lawrence charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Kansas is accessories, appearing on 52% of itemized quotes at an average of $1,447.
Kansas Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Kansas
The most transparent dealers in Kansas, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Long Mcarthur Ford
Salina, KS
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesLeen Motors
Merriam, KS
$225 below the Kansas average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesTumminia Mazda
Olathe, KS
$225 below the Kansas average
No mandatory add-ons · 7 verified quotes
See the quotesNoller Ford Topeka
Topeka, KSTopeka, KS
Nissan Of Olathe
Olathe, KSOlathe, KS
BMW Of Wichita And MINI Of Wichita
Wichita, KSWichita, KS
Hatchett Hyundai West
Wichita, KSWichita, KS
Porsche Wichita
Wichita, KSWichita, KS
Victory Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Ottawa
Ottawa, KSOttawa, KS
Mccarthy Auto Group
Olathe, KSOlathe, KS
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Highest Doc Fees in Kansas
These Kansas dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $524.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noller Hyundai Lawrence | $999 | 6 |
| 2 | Noller Hyundai Topeka | $999 | 5 |
| 3 | Olathe Lincoln Ford | $971 | 5 |
| 4 | Manhattan Hyundai Ford | $800 | 5 |
| 5 | Kc Hyundai | $800 | 6 |
| 6 | Manhattan Ford | $799 | 3 |
| 7 | Rusty Eck Ford | $798 | 3 |
| 8 | Eddy's Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram | $753 | 12 |
| 9 | Premier Volvo Cars Overland Park | $699 | 4 |
| 10 | Laird Noller Ford Topeka | $699 | 20 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Kansas
These Kansas dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Noller Hyundai Topeka | D 65.3/100 | $999 | 5 |
| Kc Hyundai | C 70.7/100 | $800 | 6 |
| Noller Hyundai Lawrence | C 72.6/100 | $999 | 6 |
| Baron BMW | C 73.7/100 | $699 | 4 |
| Victory | B 84.2/100 | $608 | 11 |
| Olathe Lincoln Ford | B 86.6/100 | $971 | 5 |
| Eddy's Chevrolet Cadillac | B 86.6/100 | $629 | 5 |
| Olathe Toyota | B 86.8/100 | $400 | 5 |
| Shawnee Mission Kia | B 87.2/100 | $699 | 12 |
| Legends Toyota | B 87.4/100 | $0 | 7 |
Most Common Add-ons in Kansas
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Kansas, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Kansas
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Kansas?
Ford
22 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Hyundai
12 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
Chevrolet
11 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Dodge
10 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Chrysler
9 dealers · Avg score: 90/100
Jeep
9 dealers · Avg score: 90/100
Ram
9 dealers · Avg score: 90/100
Toyota
9 dealers · Avg score: 47/100
GMC
7 dealers · Avg score: 68/100
Honda
5 dealers · Avg score: 55/100
Nissan
4 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
Kia
4 dealers · Avg score: 90/100
BMW
3 dealers · Avg score: 90/100
Buick
3 dealers · Avg score: 64/100
Subaru
3 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
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Kansas Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Kansas?
As of July 2026, the average documentation fee in Kansas is $524, based on 367 verified out-the-door quotes from 108 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $124 above the $400 national average.
Which Kansas dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Noller Hyundai Lawrence charges the highest verified doc fee in Kansas at $999. Doc fees across the state range from $71 to $999.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Kansas?
Long Mcarthur Ford in Salina is the highest-rated dealer in Kansas with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 3 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Kansas?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Kansas dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 92 of 140 rated Kansas dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.