Best Car Dealers in Ohio
As of August 2026, CarEdge grades 572 of 2377 Ohio car dealers from 2,084 verified out-the-door quotes. Ohio's average doc fee is $384.
426 of 572 rated Ohio dealers earn an A · 62 earn a D or F
Data updated Aug 2, 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 572 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 2377 dealers →Classic Mazda
Mentor, OH
$84 below the Ohio average
No mandatory add-ons · 10 verified quotes
See the quotesPreferred Autos Llc
West Chester, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesHuggins Auto Solutions
Ottawa, OH
$184 below the Ohio average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesMotor Time Auto Sales Inc
Cincinnati, OHCincinnati, OH
North Coast Mitsubishi West Cleveland
Parma, OHParma, OH
Nick Mayer Ford East
Wickliffe, OHWickliffe, OH
Joseph Airport Hyundai
Vandalia, OHVandalia, OH
Land Rover Solon
Solon, OHSolon, OH
Queen City Ford
Cincinnati, OHCincinnati, OH
Genesis Of Bedford
Bedford, OHBedford, OH
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Kia Of Dayton
Huber Heights, OH · 4 verified quotes
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Cincinnati, OH · 4 verified quotes
Ken Ganley Honda
North Olmsted, OH · 9 verified quotes
Montrose Ford Of Fairlawn
Akron, OH · 3 verified quotes
Wagner Subaru
Fairborn, OH · 3 verified quotes
Bob-Boyd Lincoln, Inc
Columbus, OH · 6 verified quotes
Taylor Hyundai Of Perrysburg
Perrysburg, OH · 4 verified quotes
Serpentini Auto Group
Orrville, OH · 5 verified quotes
Cole Valley Cadillac
Warren, OH · 5 verified quotes
Toyota Cleveland Heights
Cleveland Heights, OH · 5 verified quotes
Pricepro Co. Llc
Maumee, OH · 5 verified quotes
Savvy Auto Sales Llc
Columbus, OH · 6 verified quotes
Exceptional Motorcar
Defiance, OH · 3 verified quotes
Germain Mazda West
Columbus, OH · 12 verified quotes
Brunswick Auto Mart
Brunswick, OH · 3 verified quotes
Brondes Ford Toledo
Toledo, OH · 5 verified quotes
Great Lakes Hyundai Of Columbus
Columbus, OH · 6 verified quotes
Cascade Subaru
Cuyahoga Falls, OH · 3 verified quotes
Diane Sauer Chevrolet
Warren, OH · 4 verified quotes
Elyria Hyundai
Elyria, OH · 8 verified quotes
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 August 2026, the average documentation fee at 465 rated Ohio dealers is $384, based on 2,084 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?
Classic Mazda, Preferred Autos Llc, Huggins Auto Solutions lead the Ohio transparency rankings. 426 of 572 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: 76% 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.