Best Car Dealers in Ohio
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 453 of 2356 Ohio car dealers from 1,644 verified out-the-door quotes. Ohio's average doc fee is $388.
329 of 453 rated Ohio dealers earn an A · 49 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 11, 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 453 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 2356 dealers →Perfect Auto Collection
Akron, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesPerformance Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram Delaware
Delaware, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesGanley Hyundai Of Parma
Parma, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 13 verified quotes
See the quotesChevrolet Of Troy
Troy, OHTroy, OH
Firelands Honda
Sandusky, OHSandusky, OH
Land Rover Solon
Solon, OHSolon, OH
Germain Honda Of Dublin
Dublin, OHDublin, OH
Halleen Kia
North Olmsted, OHNorth Olmsted, OH
North Coast Mitsubishi West Cleveland
Parma, OHParma, OH
Nissan North
Columbus, OHColumbus, OH
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Driveline Auto Park Llc
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Maple Heights, OH
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Miamisburg, OH
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Columbus, OH
Drivetime Nw Cincinnati
Fairfield, OH
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Drivetime Se Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH
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Toledo, OH
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Columbus, OH
Drivetrend
Cleveland, OH
Drivewise Llc
Parma, OH
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Toledo, OH
Dunn Brothers Premium Auto
Wooster, OH
Dunn Chevrolet
Oregon, OH
Dunning Ford
Cambridge, OH
Dunning Motor Sales
Cambridge, OH
Dutro Auto
Zanesville, OH
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Zanesville, OH
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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 378 rated Ohio dealers is $388, based on 1,644 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?
Perfect Auto Collection, Performance Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram Delaware, Ganley Hyundai Of Parma lead the Ohio transparency rankings. 329 of 453 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: 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.