Louisiana Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Louisiana? We analyzed 554 verified OTD quotes from 180 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of July 2026, the average doc fee at 125 rated Louisiana dealers is $421, $21 above the national average, based on 554 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Jul 26, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Pelican State
Louisiana's dealer grade: C
77/100 average transparency score
28th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Louisiana has the 28th-highest average doc fee of the 50 states we track, at $421.
- 83 of 180 rated Louisiana dealers earned an A for transparency; 32 earned a D or F.
- Hixson in Alexandria is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 4 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Louisiana range from $29 to $999 — Brian Harris BMW charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Louisiana is protection plan, appearing on 35% of itemized quotes at an average of $1,503.
Louisiana Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Louisiana
The most transparent dealers in Louisiana, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Hixson
Alexandria, LA
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesHollingsworth Richards Ford
Baton Rouge, LA
No mandatory add-ons · 8 verified quotes
See the quotesRed River Chevrolet
Bossier City, LA
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesCarlock Toyota Of Slidell
Slidell, LASlidell, LA
Ralph Sellers Hyundai
Gonzales, LAGonzales, LA
All Star Kia East
Denham Springs, LADenham Springs, LA
Mike Morgan Hyundai
Shreveport, LAShreveport, LA
All Star Toyota
Baton Rouge, LABaton Rouge, LA
Orr BMW Of Shreveport
Shreveport, LAShreveport, LA
All Star Toyota Of Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge, LABaton Rouge, LA
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Highest Doc Fees in Louisiana
These Louisiana dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $421.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brian Harris BMW | $999 | 7 |
| 2 | Hampton Mitsubishi | $829 | 6 |
| 3 | Bill Hood Automotive Group | $746 | 4 |
| 4 | Southern Chevrolet | $661 | 5 |
| 5 | Ralph Sellers Hyundai | $436 | 3 |
| 6 | All Star Kia East | $436 | 3 |
| 7 | Orr BMW Of Shreveport | $436 | 3 |
| 8 | All Star Toyota Of Baton Rouge | $436 | 6 |
| 9 | Walker Toyota | $436 | 7 |
| 10 | Matt Bowers Infiniti Metairie | $436 | 7 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Louisiana
These Louisiana dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acura Of Lafayette | F 51.2/100 | $436 | 3 |
| Rainbow Luxury Imports | D 65.7/100 | $325 | 6 |
| Walker Kia | D 67.4/100 | $436 | 10 |
| Bayou Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram | C 75.6/100 | $425 | 3 |
| Banner Ford | C 75.7/100 | $0 | 3 |
| Bill Hood Automotive Group | C 75.8/100 | $746 | 4 |
| Best Chevrolet | C 75.9/100 | $425 | 3 |
| Toyota Of Kenner | C 76.3/100 | $436 | 11 |
| Volkswagen Of Bossier City | C 76.3/100 | $425 | 3 |
| Mike Willis Ford | C 76.5/100 | $225 | 3 |
Most Common Add-ons in Louisiana
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Louisiana, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Louisiana
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Louisiana?
Ford
20 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Toyota
17 dealers · Avg score: 70/100
GMC
12 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Chevrolet
11 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Kia
11 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
Honda
10 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Dodge
9 dealers · Avg score: 57/100
Jeep
9 dealers · Avg score: 57/100
Hyundai
9 dealers · Avg score: 93/100
Chrysler
8 dealers · Avg score: 64/100
Nissan
7 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
Buick
7 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Ram
6 dealers · Avg score: 41/100
Mazda
4 dealers · Avg score: 94/100
Acura
4 dealers · Avg score: 73/100
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How Louisiana compares to its neighbors
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Louisiana Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Louisiana?
As of July 2026, the average documentation fee in Louisiana is $421, based on 554 verified out-the-door quotes from 125 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $21 above the $400 national average.
Which Louisiana dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Brian Harris BMW charges the highest verified doc fee in Louisiana at $999. Doc fees across the state range from $29 to $999.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Louisiana?
Hixson in Alexandria is the highest-rated dealer in Louisiana with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 4 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Louisiana?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Louisiana dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 83 of 180 rated Louisiana dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.