Best Car Dealers in Ohio
As of August 2026, CarEdge grades 654 of 2397 Ohio car dealers from 2,328 verified out-the-door quotes. Ohio's average doc fee is $384.
516 of 654 rated Ohio dealers earn an A · 57 earn a D or F
Data updated Aug 23, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Buckeye State
Ohio's dealer grade: B
88/100 average transparency score
34th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 654 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 2397 dealers →Ganley Hyundai Of Parma
Parma, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 13 verified quotes
See the quotesGermain Mazda West
Columbus, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 12 verified quotes
See the quotesNick Mayer Ford East
Wickliffe, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 11 verified quotes
See the quotesJeff Wyler Honda Of Colerain
Cincinnati, OHCincinnati, OH
Ken Ganley Honda
North Olmsted, OHNorth Olmsted, OH
Performance Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram Delaware
Delaware, OHDelaware, OH
Taylor Kia Of Toledo
Toledo, OHToledo, OH
Ken Ganley Bedford Imports
Bedford, OHBedford, OH
Nissan North
Columbus, OHColumbus, OH
Elyria Hyundai
Elyria, OHElyria, OH
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Firelands Honda
Sandusky, OH · 7 verified quotes
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Ravenna, OH · 7 verified quotes
Halleen Kia
North Olmsted, OH · 7 verified quotes
Ken Ganley Lincoln Of Middleburg Heights
Middleburg Heights, OH · 7 verified quotes
Mercedes-Benz Of Easton
Columbus, OH · 7 verified quotes
Valley Motor City
Cuyahoga Falls, OH · 7 verified quotes
Yark Subaru
Toledo, OH · 7 verified quotes
Bob-Boyd Lincoln, Inc
Columbus, OH · 6 verified quotes
Capital Ford Of Columbus
Columbus, OH · 6 verified quotes
Great Lakes Hyundai Of Columbus
Columbus, OH · 6 verified quotes
Medina Auto Mall - Cjdr
Medina, OH · 6 verified quotes
Nick Mayer Ford
Mayfield Heights, OH · 6 verified quotes
Savvy Auto Sales Llc
Columbus, OH · 6 verified quotes
Brondes Ford Toledo
Toledo, OH · 5 verified quotes
Chevrolet Of Troy
Troy, OH · 5 verified quotes
Cole Valley Cadillac
Warren, OH · 5 verified quotes
Firelands Toyota
Sandusky, OH · 5 verified quotes
Joseph Airport Hyundai
Vandalia, OH · 5 verified quotes
Mazda Of Kent
Kent, OH · 5 verified quotes
Parkway Nissan
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Dealers by City in Ohio
Ohio doc fee law
Ohio law caps dealer documentation fees at approximately $398. A doc fee above that level on a Ohio quote is worth challenging before you sign.
Ohio Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Ohio?
As of August 2026, the average documentation fee at 524 rated Ohio dealers is $384, based on 2,328 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. State law caps Ohio doc fees at approximately $398.
Who are the best car dealers in Ohio?
Ganley Hyundai Of Parma, Germain Mazda West, Nick Mayer Ford East lead the Ohio transparency rankings. 516 of 654 rated Ohio dealers earned an A grade for fair fees, minimal add-ons, and honest pricing.
How are Ohio 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 Ohio quotes are verified.
How Ohio 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 Ohio
- Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in Ohio is $384. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 78% of dealers in Ohio 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.