Louisiana Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Louisiana? We analyzed 692 verified OTD quotes from 275 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of October 2026, the average doc fee at 176 rated Louisiana dealers is $438, $34 above the national average, based on 692 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Oct 5, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Pelican State
Louisiana's dealer grade: C
73/100 average transparency score
30th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Louisiana has the 30th-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $438.
- 105 of 275 rated Louisiana dealers earned an A for transparency; 108 earned a D or F.
- Hollingsworth Richards Ford in Baton Rouge is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 6 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Louisiana range from $105 to $995 — Hampton Mitsubishi charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Louisiana is protection plan, appearing on 34% of itemized quotes at an average of $1,623.
Louisiana Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Louisiana
The most transparent dealers in Louisiana, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Hollingsworth Richards Ford
Baton Rouge, LA
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesPremier Honda
New Orleans, LA
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesAcadiana Mazda
Lafayette, LA
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesHixson
Alexandria, LAAlexandria, LA
Allstar Ford Stonewall
Stonewall, LAStonewall, LA
All Star Nissan
Denham Springs, LADenham Springs, LA
All Star Toyota of Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge, LABaton Rouge, LA
Team Mazda
Baton Rouge, LABaton Rouge, LA
Red River Chevrolet
Bossier City, LABossier City, LA
Carlock Toyota of Slidell
Slidell, LASlidell, LA
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Highest Doc Fees in Louisiana
These Louisiana dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $438.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hampton Mitsubishi | $995 | 6 |
| 2 | Bill Hood Automotive Group | $995 | 3 |
| 3 | Courtesy Automotive Group | $799 | 8 |
| 4 | Subaru of Baton Rouge | $666 | 6 |
| 5 | Royal Honda | $606 | 6 |
| 6 | All Star Kia of Baton Rouge | $549 | 4 |
| 7 | Paretti Mazda | $459 | 8 |
| 8 | Premier Honda | $436 | 3 |
| 9 | Allstar Ford Stonewall | $436 | 3 |
| 10 | All Star Nissan | $436 | 3 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Banner Ford | F 37/100 | — | 4 |
| Lakeshore Kia | F 50/100 | — | 5 |
| Royal Mitsubishi | F 51/100 | — | 4 |
| Lexus of New Orleans | F 51/100 | — | 6 |
| Audi Lafayette | F 54/100 | — | 3 |
| Giles Subaru | F 56/100 | — | 4 |
| Ryan Honda | F 56/100 | — | 4 |
| Lake Charles Toyota | F 59/100 | — | 12 |
| Barker Kia | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Hampton Toyota | D 60/100 | — | 4 |
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
27 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
GMC
20 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Chevrolet
19 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
Toyota
19 dealers · Avg score: 63/100
Kia
16 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
Honda
15 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Dodge
14 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
Nissan
14 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
Chrysler
13 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Jeep
13 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Buick
10 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Ram
9 dealers · Avg score: 92/100
Hyundai
9 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Cadillac
6 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Mazda
5 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
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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 October 2026, the average documentation fee in Louisiana is $438, based on 692 verified out-the-door quotes from 176 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $34 above the $404 national average.
Which Louisiana dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Hampton Mitsubishi charges the highest verified doc fee in Louisiana at $995. Doc fees across the state range from $105 to $995.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Louisiana?
Hollingsworth Richards Ford in Baton Rouge is the highest-rated dealer in Louisiana with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 6 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. 105 of 275 rated Louisiana dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.