Best Car Dealers in Ohio
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 458 of 2354 Ohio car dealers from 1,654 verified out-the-door quotes. Ohio's average doc fee is $387.
332 of 458 rated Ohio dealers earn an A · 50 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 14, 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 458 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 2354 dealers →Dunning Motor Sales Inc
Cambridge, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesPreferred Autos Llc
West Chester, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesBMW Of Toledo
Toledo, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesGanley Hyundai Of Parma
Parma, OHParma, OH
Buckeye Toyota
Lancaster, OHLancaster, OH
Chevrolet Of Troy
Troy, OHTroy, OH
Mccluskey Chevrolet
Cincinnati, OHCincinnati, OH
Columbia Hyundai / Acura Columbia
Fairborn, OHFairborn, OH
Nissan North
Columbus, OHColumbus, OH
Firelands Honda
Sandusky, OHSandusky, OH
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More Dealers in Ohio
Firelands Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM
Sandusky, OH
First Choice Auto Center, Llc
Cincinnati, OH
First Choice Auto Finance Llc
Toledo, OH
First Class Auto Sales
Fostoria, OH
First Class Autos
Akron, OH
First Gear Auto Group
Pataskala, OH
Five Kings Auto Sales
Westerville, OH
Five Star Auto Group
North Canton, OH
Flag Motors Ltd
Columbus, OH
For Sale Auto Sales Llc
Lancaster, OH
Forman Auto Sales, Llc.
Franklin, OH
Forza Automotive
Ravenna, OH
Foster Autohaus, Inc.
Euclid, OH
Foster Cadillac
Sandusky, OH
Foster Chevrolet
Sandusky, OH
Franklin Auto Mart Llc
Franklin, OH
Franklin Park Lincoln
Toledo, OH
Fred Martin Nissan
Akron, OH
Fred Wolfe Automotive
Nelsonville, OH
Freddy's Big Lot
Delaware, 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 384 rated Ohio dealers is $387, based on 1,654 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?
Dunning Motor Sales Inc, Preferred Autos Llc, BMW Of Toledo lead the Ohio transparency rankings. 332 of 458 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 $387. 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.