Best Car Dealers in Ohio
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 445 of 2351 Ohio car dealers from 1,626 verified out-the-door quotes. Ohio's average doc fee is $356.
327 of 445 rated Ohio dealers earn an A · 48 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 8, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Buckeye State
Ohio's dealer grade: B
86/100 average transparency score
33rd highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 445 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 2351 dealers →Huggins Auto Solutions
Ottawa, OH
$156 below the Ohio average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesMercedes-Benz Of Easton
Columbus, OH
$31 above the Ohio average
No mandatory add-ons · 7 verified quotes
See the quotesPerfect Auto Collection
Akron, OH
$31 above the Ohio average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesYark Subaru
Toledo, OHToledo, OH
Joseph Airport Hyundai
Vandalia, OHVandalia, OH
BMW Of Toledo
Toledo, OHToledo, OH
Columbia Hyundai / Acura Columbia
Fairborn, OHFairborn, OH
Preferred Autos Llc
West Chester, OHWest Chester, OH
Tom Ahl Family Of Dealerships
Lima, OHLima, OH
Ganley Hyundai Of Parma
Parma, OHParma, OH
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More Dealers in Ohio
Decent Ride
West Chester, OH
Defiance Automotive Center
Defiance, OH
Deiderick Motors
Sandusky, OH
Dendinger Bros Auto Sales & Service
Bellevue, OH
Dennis Auto Sales Llc
Hebron, OH
Dennis Smith Auto Sales Inc
Amelia, OH
Denny Dotson Automotive Inc.
Johnstown, OH
Dependable Auto Sales
Columbus, OH
Derrow Chevrolet
Ottawa, OH
Derrow Shirkey Ford
Montpelier, OH
Destiny's Auto Sales
Columbus, OH
Dewees Auto Sales
Ashtabula, OH
Dick Frost Auto
Youngstown, OH
Diehl Toyota Of Wooster
Wooster, OH
Diehl Volkswagen of Wooster
Wooster, OH
Dietsch Sales & Svc Inc
Edgerton, OH
Direct Sales & Leasing
Youngstown, OH
Discover Auto Center
Hamilton, OH
Distinct Auto Group Llc
Kent, OH
Dittmar Auto Dealer Llc
Dayton, 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 445 rated Ohio dealers is $356, based on 1,626 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?
Huggins Auto Solutions, Mercedes-Benz Of Easton, Perfect Auto Collection lead the Ohio transparency rankings. 327 of 445 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 $356. 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.