Best Car Dealers in Kentucky
As of September 2026, CarEdge grades 260 of 839 Kentucky car dealers from 621 verified out-the-door quotes. Kentucky's average doc fee is $612.
150 of 260 rated Kentucky dealers earn an A · 69 earn a D or F
Data updated Sep 26, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Bluegrass State
Kentucky's dealer grade: B
80/100 average transparency score
14th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 260 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 839 dealers →Jeff Wyler Honda In Florence
Florence, KY
$114 below the Kentucky average
No mandatory add-ons · 17 verified quotes
See the quotesJeff Wyler Honda Auto Mall
Louisville, KY
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesBachman Subaru
Louisville, KY
$113 below the Kentucky average
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesTom Gill Chevrolet
Florence, KYFlorence, KY
Don Franklin Columbia Ford
Columbia, KYColumbia, KY
Jeff Wyler Nissan Of Louisville
Saint Matthews, KYSaint Matthews, KY
Kia Store East
Louisville, KYLouisville, KY
O'Brien Ford
Shelbyville, KYShelbyville, KY
Wildcat Chevrolet
Cadiz, KYCadiz, KY
Bachman Chevrolet
Jeffersontown, KYJeffersontown, KY
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Bachman Volkswagen
Louisville, KY · 2 verified quotesLimited data
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Richmond, KY · 2 verified quotesLimited data
James Collins Ford
Louisville, KY · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Jim Johnson Hyundai
Bowling Green, KY · 2 verified quotesLimited data
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Paducah, KY · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Toyota Of Somerset
Somerset, KY · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Tri County Ford
Buckner, KY · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Adams Buick GMC Inc
Richmond, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Anchor Auto Sales Llp
Russell Springs, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Autonomics
Lexington, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Auto Plus Auto Sales
Louisville, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Bob Parker And Son Auto Sales Inc
Shepherdsville, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
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Elizabethtown, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
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Kentucky Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Kentucky?
As of September 2026, the average documentation fee at 195 rated Kentucky dealers is $612, based on 621 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 Subaru lead the Kentucky transparency rankings. 150 of 260 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 $612. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 80% 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.