Best Car Dealers in Ohio
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 452 of 2351 Ohio car dealers from 1,639 verified out-the-door quotes. Ohio's average doc fee is $354.
331 of 452 rated Ohio dealers earn an A · 50 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 9, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Buckeye State
Ohio's dealer grade: B
86/100 average transparency score
31st highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 452 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 2351 dealers →Nick Mayer Ford East
Wickliffe, OH
$33 above the Ohio average
No mandatory add-ons · 11 verified quotes
See the quotesMccluskey Chevrolet
Cincinnati, OH
$33 above the Ohio average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesDunning Motor Sales Inc
Cambridge, OH
$33 above the Ohio average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesPerfect Auto Collection
Akron, OHAkron, OH
Huggins Auto Solutions
Ottawa, OHOttawa, OH
Firelands Honda
Sandusky, OHSandusky, OH
Joseph Airport Hyundai
Vandalia, OHVandalia, OH
Halleen Kia
North Olmsted, OHNorth Olmsted, OH
Mercedes-Benz Of Easton
Columbus, OHColumbus, OH
Tom Ahl Family Of Dealerships
Lima, OHLima, OH
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More Dealers in Ohio
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
Diversified Auto Sales
Cleveland, OH
Dixie Automotive Imports
Fairfield, OH
Dixie Imports
Fairfield, OH
Dixie Motors
Fairfield, OH
Dm Automotive
Fairfield, OH
Dm Motors Inc
Maple Heights, OH
Dnm Autos
Youngstown, OH
Doan Ford Inc.
Belmont, OH
Dom's Crossroads Automotive
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Domestic Travels Auto Sales
Cleveland, OH
Don Brady Consulting Inc.
Alliance, OH
Don Johnson Motors Llc
Lisbon, OH
Don Sitts Auto Sales, Inc
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Don Tester Ford Inc
Norwalk, OH
Don Wood Automotive
Athens, 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 452 rated Ohio dealers is $354, based on 1,639 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?
Nick Mayer Ford East, Mccluskey Chevrolet, Dunning Motor Sales Inc lead the Ohio transparency rankings. 331 of 452 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 $354. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 72% 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.