Best Car Dealers in Kentucky
As of November 2026, CarEdge grades 272 of 789 Kentucky car dealers from 716 verified out-the-door quotes. Kentucky's average doc fee is $598.
161 of 272 rated Kentucky dealers earn an A · 60 earn a D or F
Data updated Nov 5, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Bluegrass State
Kentucky's dealer grade: B
83/100 average transparency score
15th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 272 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 789 dealers →Jeff Wyler Honda In Florence
Florence, KY
$100 below the Kentucky average
No mandatory add-ons · 18 verified quotes
See the quotesJeff Wyler Honda Auto Mall
Louisville, KY
No mandatory add-ons · 9 verified quotes
See the quotesBachman Chevrolet
Jeffersontown, KY
$99 below the Kentucky average
No mandatory add-ons · 8 verified quotes
See the quotesSwope Toyota
Elizabethtown, KYElizabethtown, KY
Kia Store East
Louisville, KYLouisville, KY
Bachman Subaru
Louisville, KYLouisville, KY
Toyota of Bowling Green
Bowling Green, KYBowling Green, KY
Craig and Landreth Cars
Louisville, KYLouisville, KY
Jeff Wyler Nissan of Louisville
Saint Matthews, KYSaint Matthews, KY
Joseph Subaru of Florence
Florence, KYFlorence, KY
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Swope Hyundai
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Paul Miller Mazda
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Louisville, KY · 10 verified quotes
Bob Hook Chevrolet
Louisville, KY · 9 verified quotes
Neil Huffman Honda of Frankfort
Frankfort, KY · 9 verified quotes
Dan Cummins Chevrolet of Paris
Paris, KY · 8 verified quotes
Toyota South
Richmond, KY · 8 verified quotes
Dan Cummins Chevrolet of Georgetown
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Kentucky Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Kentucky?
As of November 2026, the average documentation fee at 214 rated Kentucky dealers is $598, based on 716 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. Kentucky sets no legal cap on doc fees.
Who are the best car dealers in Kentucky?
Jeff Wyler Honda In Florence, Jeff Wyler Honda Auto Mall, Bachman Chevrolet lead the Kentucky transparency rankings. 161 of 272 rated Kentucky dealers earned an A grade for fair fees, minimal add-ons, and honest pricing.
How are Kentucky dealers graded?
Each dealer is scored 0-100 from verified out-the-door price quotes: fee transparency (30%), add-on behavior (30%), price accuracy (30%), and data quality (10%). Grades update as new Kentucky quotes are verified.
How Kentucky compares to its neighbors
Average doc fees next door. Crossing a state line can change what the dealer charges.
Tips for Buying a Car in Kentucky
- Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in Kentucky is $598. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 81% of dealers in Kentucky charge no mandatory add-ons.
- Get multiple quotes: Request OTD quotes from at least 3 dealers to compare total prices, not just sticker prices.
- Check transparency scores: Dealers with scores above 80 typically have fair doc fees and minimal add-ons.