Minnesota Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Minnesota? We analyzed 1,036 verified OTD quotes from 379 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of October 2026, the average doc fee at 304 rated Minnesota dealers is $333, $71 below the national average, based on 1,036 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Oct 4, 2026 · How we score dealers
The North Star State
Minnesota's dealer grade: B
84/100 average transparency score
40th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Minnesota has the 40th-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $333.
- 258 of 379 rated Minnesota dealers earned an A for transparency; 79 earned a D or F.
- Lupient Kia Nissan in Minneapolis is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 3 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Minnesota range from $41 to $1,045 — Rochester Toyota charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Minnesota is theft protection, appearing on 41% of itemized quotes at an average of $382.
Minnesota Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Minnesota
The most transparent dealers in Minnesota, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Lupient Kia Nissan
Minneapolis, MN
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesLupient Nissan
Brooklyn Park, MN
No mandatory add-ons · 9 verified quotes
See the quotesLuther St. Cloud Honda
Waite Park, MN
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesLuther Nissan of Inver Grove
Inver Grove, MNInver Grove, MN
Luther Hopkins Honda
Hopkins, MNHopkins, MN
Luther Kia In Inver Grove
Inver Grove Heights, MNInver Grove Heights, MN
Luther Nissan
Inver Grove Heights, MNInver Grove Heights, MN
White Bear Subaru
Saint Paul, MNSaint Paul, MN
Apple Lincoln Apple Valley
Apple Valley, MNApple Valley, MN
Audi Richfield In Mn
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Highest Doc Fees in Minnesota
These Minnesota dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $333.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rochester Toyota | $599 | 5 |
| 2 | Boucher Group | $487 | 4 |
| 3 | Cornerstone Kia | $471 | 3 |
| 4 | Richfield Bloomington Honda | $463 | 12 |
| 5 | Saint Cloud Hyundai | $371 | 4 |
| 6 | Rochester Mazda | $370 | 10 |
| 7 | St. Cloud Hyundai | $370 | 3 |
| 8 | Apple Ford Shakopee | $370 | 6 |
| 9 | Cornerstone Ford | $352 | 6 |
| 10 | Lupient Kia Nissan | $350 | 3 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Minnesota
These Minnesota dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luther Brookdale Toyota | F 48/100 | — | 13 |
| Ryan Auto Mall | F 51/100 | — | 8 |
| Carlson Toyota | F 57/100 | — | 6 |
| Nissan of Rochester | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Miller Auto Plaza Buick GMC | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Inver Grove Ford | C 70/100 | $350 | 5 |
| Boucher Group | C 76/100 | $487 | 4 |
| Porsche Minneapolis | C 76/100 | $350 | 5 |
| House Chevrolet Cadillac | C 78/100 | $350 | 3 |
| Metropolitan Ford of Eden Prairie | C 79/100 | $350 | 3 |
Most Common Add-ons in Minnesota
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Minnesota, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Minnesota
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Minnesota?
Ford
42 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Chevrolet
39 dealers · Avg score: 90/100
Chrysler
23 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Ram
20 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Jeep
18 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Dodge
17 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Buick
16 dealers · Avg score: 94/100
GMC
15 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
Toyota
15 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Kia
12 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Honda
12 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Subaru
11 dealers · Avg score: 97/100
Nissan
10 dealers · Avg score: 95/100
Hyundai
10 dealers · Avg score: 94/100
Lincoln
9 dealers · Avg score: 92/100
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How Minnesota compares to its neighbors
Average doc fees next door. Crossing a state line can change what the dealer charges.
Minnesota Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Minnesota?
As of October 2026, the average documentation fee in Minnesota is $333, based on 1,036 verified out-the-door quotes from 304 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $71 below the $404 national average.
Which Minnesota dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Rochester Toyota charges the highest verified doc fee in Minnesota at $599. Doc fees across the state range from $41 to $1,045.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Minnesota?
Lupient Kia Nissan in Minneapolis is the highest-rated dealer in Minnesota with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 3 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Minnesota?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Minnesota dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 258 of 379 rated Minnesota dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.