Missouri Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Missouri? We analyzed 1,047 verified OTD quotes from 392 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of October 2026, the average doc fee at 271 rated Missouri dealers is $513, $109 above the national average, based on 1,047 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Oct 4, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Show-Me State
Missouri's dealer grade: C
75/100 average transparency score
24th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Missouri has the 24th-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $513.
- 208 of 392 rated Missouri dealers earned an A for transparency; 131 earned a D or F.
- Molle in Belton is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 4 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Missouri range from $5 to $1,495 — Thompson Buick GMC charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Missouri is accessories, appearing on 34% of itemized quotes at an average of $794.
Missouri Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Missouri
The most transparent dealers in Missouri, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Molle
Belton, MO
$213 below the Missouri average
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesAutohaus BMW
St. Louis, MO
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesLuther Mazda of Kansas City
Kansas City, MO
$114 below the Missouri average
No mandatory add-ons · 10 verified quotes
See the quotesHeartland
Unionville, MOUnionville, MO
BMW of Columbia
Columbia, MOColumbia, MO
Thoroughbred Ford
Kansas City, MOKansas City, MO
Premier Sports Cars
Springfield, MOSpringfield, MO
Ackerman Toyota
St. Louis, MOSt. Louis, MO
Oakes Auto
North Kansas City, MONorth Kansas City, MO
Molle Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Belton, MOBelton, MO
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Highest Doc Fees in Missouri
These Missouri dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $513.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thompson Buick GMC | $899 | 3 |
| 2 | Leo Payne Honda | $635 | 8 |
| 3 | Corwin Ford of Springfield | $629 | 5 |
| 4 | South County | $621 | 3 |
| 5 | Sunset Ford St. Louis | $621 | 3 |
| 6 | Hw Kia of West County | $621 | 22 |
| 7 | Sunset Hills Subaru | $621 | 10 |
| 8 | South County CDJR | $621 | 4 |
| 9 | Autocenters Nissan | $620 | 10 |
| 10 | Bob Sight Independence Kia | $620 | 5 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Missouri
These Missouri dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fisher Auto Group | F 42/100 | — | 13 |
| Suntrup Ford Westport | F 51/100 | — | 6 |
| Ed Morse Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram | D 60/100 | — | 4 |
| Velocity Performance Garage | D 60/100 | — | 6 |
| Airport Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Rolling Hills Auto Plaza | D 60/100 | — | 5 |
| Thompson Buick GMC | D 66/100 | $899 | 3 |
| Napleton's Mid Rivers Kia | D 67/100 | $341 | 3 |
| Joe Machens Dealerships | D 68/100 | $587 | 6 |
| Dave Cross Motors Kansas | C 72/100 | $565 | 3 |
Most Common Add-ons in Missouri
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Missouri, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Missouri
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Missouri?
Ford
48 dealers · Avg score: 73/100
Chevrolet
39 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Chrysler
25 dealers · Avg score: 74/100
Jeep
25 dealers · Avg score: 75/100
Dodge
24 dealers · Avg score: 74/100
Ram
22 dealers · Avg score: 73/100
Toyota
19 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
GMC
19 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
Honda
17 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Buick
15 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Nissan
13 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
Kia
13 dealers · Avg score: 78/100
Hyundai
12 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Mazda
9 dealers · Avg score: 75/100
Subaru
9 dealers · Avg score: 94/100
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How Missouri compares to its neighbors
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Missouri Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Missouri?
As of October 2026, the average documentation fee in Missouri is $513, based on 1,047 verified out-the-door quotes from 271 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $109 above the $404 national average.
Which Missouri dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Thompson Buick GMC charges the highest verified doc fee in Missouri at $899. Doc fees across the state range from $5 to $1,495.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Missouri?
Molle in Belton is the highest-rated dealer in Missouri with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 4 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Missouri?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Missouri dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 208 of 392 rated Missouri dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.