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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More Dealers in Ohio
Parkway Lincoln
Dover, OH · 3 verified quotes
Sarchione Ford Of Alliance
Alliance, OH · 6 verified quotes
Beechmont Subaru
Cincinnati, OH · 10 verified quotes
Audi Mentor
Mentor, OH · 5 verified quotes
Performance Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram Centerville
Centerville, OH · 9 verified quotes
Cronin Ford North
Middletown, OH · 4 verified quotes
Preston Hyundai Of Boardman
Boardman, OH · 8 verified quotes
Honda Marysville
Marysville, OH · 17 verified quotes
Subaru Of Kings Automall
Cincinnati, OH · 12 verified quotes
Mchugh Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat
Zanesville, OH · 4 verified quotes
Montrose Kia Of Sheffield
Sheffield, OH · 4 verified quotes
Jeff Schmitt Mazda
Beavercreek, OH · 6 verified quotes
Camargo Cadillac
Cincinnati, OH · 3 verified quotes
Lexus Of Akron-Canton
Akron, OH · 10 verified quotes
Alpha GMC
Mansfield, OH · 3 verified quotes
Mcdaniel Toyota
Marion, OH · 7 verified quotes
Ken Ganley Automotive Group
Brecksville, OH · 6 verified quotes
Roush Honda
Westerville, OH · 38 verified quotes
Yark Nissan
Toledo, OH · 3 verified quotes
Coughlin Kia Of Lewis Center
Lewis Center, OH · 6 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.