Best Car Dealers in Kentucky

As of September 2026, CarEdge grades 261 of 853 Kentucky car dealers from 622 verified out-the-door quotes. Kentucky's average doc fee is $612.

150 of 261 rated Kentucky dealers earn an A · 70 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 261 dealers with verified quotes.

$612
Avg Doc Fee
80%
No Add-ons
80/100
Avg Score
622
Verified Quotes

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Don Franklin Somerset Kia

Somerset, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$706doc feeNo add-ons
A
97/100
Highly transparent
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Dutch's Ford

Mount Sterling, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$699doc feeNo add-ons
A
97/100
Highly transparent
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Marshall Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

Crittenden, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$699doc feeNo add-ons
A
97/100
Highly transparent
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Marshall Dry Ridge Toyota

Dry Ridge, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$699doc feeNo add-ons
A
97/100
Highly transparent
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Neil Huffman Volkswagen

Louisville, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$699doc feeNo add-ons
A
97/100
Highly transparent
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O'Brien

Shelbyville, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$589doc feeNo add-ons
A
97/100
Highly transparent
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Thornhill Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

South Williamson, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$699doc feeNo add-ons
A
97/100
Highly transparent
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Town & Country Auto Sales

Winchester, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$699doc feeNo add-ons
A
97/100
Highly transparent
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White's Auto Mall

Hopkinsville, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$699doc feeNo add-ons
A
97/100
Highly transparent
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Don Franklin Lexington Hyundai

Lexington, KY · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$589doc feeNo add-ons
A
95/100
Highly transparent
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Pogue Chevrolet

Powderly, KY · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$440doc feeNo add-ons
A
95/100
Highly transparent
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Don Franklin Lexington

Lexington, KY · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$806doc feeNo add-ons
A
94/100
Highly transparent
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Nicholasville CDJR

Louisville, KY · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$799doc feeNo add-ons
A
94/100
Highly transparent
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Pennyrile Ford

Hopkinsville, KY · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$823doc feeNo add-ons
A
94/100
Highly transparent
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Toyota On Nicholasville

Nicholasville, KY · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$799doc feeNo add-ons
A
94/100
Highly transparent
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BMW Of Bowling Green

Bowling Green, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$799doc feeNo add-ons
A
94/100
Highly transparent
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Hutch Chevrolet GMC

Paintsville, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$799doc feeNo add-ons
A
94/100
Highly transparent
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Hutch Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

Paintsville, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$799doc feeNo add-ons
A
94/100
Highly transparent
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Gates Ford Lincoln

Richmond, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$836doc feeNo add-ons
A
93/100
Highly transparent
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Rod Hatfield Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, Llc

Winchester, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$849doc feeNo add-ons
A
93/100
Highly transparent
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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 622 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 261 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.