Best Car Dealers in Ohio
As of November 2026, CarEdge grades 845 of 2345 Ohio car dealers from 2,824 verified out-the-door quotes. Ohio's average doc fee is $388.
626 of 845 rated Ohio dealers earn an A · 140 earn a D or F
Data updated Nov 10, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Buckeye State
Ohio's dealer grade: B
88/100 average transparency score
35th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 845 dealers with verified quotes.
CarEdge Certified dealers in Ohio
These dealers guarantee an all-in out-the-door price up front and no surprise add-ons.
- A100/1002026
Sims Buick-Gmc Truck, Inc.
Warren, OH
27 verified quotes$398doc feeNo add-ons - A91/1002026
Ron Marhofer Chevrolet
Stow, OH
10 verified quotes$439doc fee - A91/1002026
Ron Marhofer Hyundai of Green
Akron, OH
5 verified quotes$448doc fee
The grade behind the badge is earned, never bought. Certification never changes a dealer's grade or ranking.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 2345 dealers →Sims Buick-Gmc Truck, Inc.
CarEdge CertifiedWarren, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 27 verified quotes
See the quotesGermain Mazda West
Columbus, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 23 verified quotes
See the quotesJeff Wyler Honda of Colerain
Cincinnati, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 15 verified quotes
See the quotesNissan North
Worthington, OHWorthington, OH
Capital Ford of Columbus
Columbus, OHColumbus, OH
Jeff Wyler Fairfield Kia
Fairfield, OHFairfield, OH
Performance Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM Delaware
Delaware, OHDelaware, OH
Joseph Toyota of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OHCincinnati, OH
Ken Ganley Honda North Olmsted
North Olmsted, OHNorth Olmsted, OH
Taylor Kia of Toledo
Toledo, OHToledo, OH
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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 November 2026, the average documentation fee at 710 rated Ohio dealers is $388, based on 2,824 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., Germain Mazda West, Jeff Wyler Honda of Colerain lead the Ohio transparency rankings. 626 of 845 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 $388. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 80% 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.