Best Car Dealers in Ohio
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 463 of 2353 Ohio car dealers from 1,682 verified out-the-door quotes. Ohio's average doc fee is $391.
340 of 463 rated Ohio dealers earn an A · 48 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 18, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Buckeye State
Ohio's dealer grade: B
86/100 average transparency score
34th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 463 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 2353 dealers →Preferred Autos Llc
West Chester, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesGermain Honda Of Dublin
Dublin, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesQueen City Ford
Cincinnati, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesGenesis Of Bedford
Bedford, OHBedford, OH
Nick Mayer Ford East
Wickliffe, OHWickliffe, OH
Nick Mayer Ford
Mayfield Heights, OHMayfield Heights, OH
North Coast Mitsubishi West Cleveland
Parma, OHParma, OH
Firelands Honda
Sandusky, OHSandusky, OH
Akron Auto Finance Dba North Coast Mitsubishi
Akron, OHAkron, OH
Kia Of Dayton
Huber Heights, OHHuber Heights, OH
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Middletown, OH
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Akron, OH
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Boardman, OH
Volkswagen Of Canton
Canton, OH
Volkswagen of Dublin
Dublin, OH
Volkswagen Of Perrysburg
Perrysburg, OH
Volvo Cars Canton
Canton, OH
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Cincinnati, OH
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Dublin, OH
Volvo Cars Of Mansfield
Mansfield, OH
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Voss Auto Network
Dayton, OH
Voss Chevrolet, Inc.
Dayton, OH
Voss Honda
Tipp City, OH
Voss Toyota
Beavercreek, OH
Voss Village BMW
Dayton, OH
Voss Village Cadillac
Dayton, OH
Vroomie Motors
Amelia, OH
Vs Auto Center Llc
London, OH
Dealers by City in Ohio
Ohio doc fee law
Ohio caps documentation fees at $250 or 10% of the vehicle price, whichever is less. Most Ohio dealers charge the full cap.
Ohio Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Ohio?
As of July 2026, the average documentation fee at 386 rated Ohio dealers is $391, based on 1,682 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. State law caps Ohio doc fees at approximately $250.
Who are the best car dealers in Ohio?
Preferred Autos Llc, Germain Honda Of Dublin, Queen City Ford lead the Ohio transparency rankings. 340 of 463 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 $391. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 71% 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.