Best Car Dealers in Ohio

As of September 2026, CarEdge grades 757 of 2470 Ohio car dealers from 2,813 verified out-the-door quotes. Ohio's average doc fee is $383.

611 of 757 rated Ohio dealers earn an A · 60 earn a D or F

Data updated Sep 20, 2026 · How we score dealers

The Buckeye State

Ohio's dealer grade: B

89/100 average transparency score

35th highest doc fees in the U.S.

Based on 757 dealers with verified quotes.

$383
Avg Doc Fee
79%
No Add-ons
89/100
Avg Score
2,813
Verified Quotes

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Ricart Kia

Groveport, OH · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$387doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Ricart Properties, Inc., Dba

Columbus, OH · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$387doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Ricart Properties, Inc., Dba Ricart Hyundai

Columbus, OH · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$387doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Rider's Classic Cars

Millbury, OH · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$200doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
See 1 verified quote

Riverfront Auto Sales

Middletown, OH · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$398doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
See 1 verified quote

Rosewood Auto Sales, Llc

Hamilton, OH · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$250doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Route 36 Motor Cars

Dublin, OH · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$394doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Sarchione Chevrolet Of Garrettsville

Garrettsville, OH · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$398doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Schaffer Danhoff Chrysler Dodge Jeep

Willard, OH · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$398doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Sims Auto Park

Warren, OH · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$387doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Smedleys

Vandalia, OH · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$0doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Southgate Motor Sales

Cambridge, OH · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$398doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Spitzer Autoworld Lordstown

North Jackson, OH · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$398doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Spitzer Volkswagen

Amherst, OH · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$398doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Statewide Ford

Van Wert, OH · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$398doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Steel Auto Group Llc

Logan, OH · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$385doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Steinle Family Dealerships

West Bloomfield, OH · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$387doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Stewart Auto Group Of Pataskala Inc.

Pataskala, OH · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$398doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Stewart Automotive Llc

Somerville, OH · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$300doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Stratton Chevrolet

Beloit, OH · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$0doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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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 September 2026, the average documentation fee at 621 rated Ohio dealers is $383, based on 2,813 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?

Sims Buick-Gmc Truck, Inc., Capital Ford Of Columbus, Performance Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram Delaware lead the Ohio transparency rankings. 611 of 757 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 $383. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Good news on add-ons: 79% 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.