Best Car Dealers in Ohio
As of August 2026, CarEdge grades 573 of 2377 Ohio car dealers from 2,085 verified out-the-door quotes. Ohio's average doc fee is $384.
426 of 573 rated Ohio dealers earn an A · 63 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 573 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 quotesHuggins Auto Solutions
Ottawa, OH
$184 below the Ohio average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesNorth Coast Mitsubishi West Cleveland
Parma, OH
$205 below the Ohio average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesPreferred Autos Llc
West Chester, OHWest Chester, OH
Motor Time Auto Sales Inc
Cincinnati, OHCincinnati, OH
Nissan North
Columbus, OHColumbus, OH
BMW Of Toledo
Toledo, OHToledo, OH
Performance Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram Delaware
Delaware, OHDelaware, OH
Genesis Of Bedford
Bedford, OHBedford, OH
Mccluskey Chevrolet
Cincinnati, OHCincinnati, OH
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More Dealers in Ohio
Coughlin Kia Of Lewis Center
Lewis Center, OH · 6 verified quotes
Tim Lally Chevrolet
Warrensville Heights, OH · 3 verified quotes
Beechmont Ford
Cincinnati, OH · 22 verified quotes
I-90 Nissan
Sheffield Lake, OH · 3 verified quotes
Lexus Of Cleveland
Cleveland, OH · 13 verified quotes
Honda Of Middleburg Heights
Middleburg Heights, OH · 11 verified quotes
Joseph Toyota Of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH · 14 verified quotes
Boardman Subaru
Youngstown, OH · 3 verified quotes
Kerry Ford
Cincinnati, OH · 5 verified quotes
Voss Honda
Tipp City, OH · 3 verified quotes
Jeff Wyler Kia Of Colerain
Cincinnati, OH · 31 verified quotes
Germain Kia Of Columbus
Columbus, OH · 9 verified quotes
Cronin Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Lebanon, OH · 5 verified quotes
Don Wood Ford
Athens, OH · 6 verified quotes
Southern Select Auto Sales
Medina, OH · 3 verified quotes
Performance Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram Georgesville
Columbus, OH · 5 verified quotes
Fairway GMC Llc
East Liverpool, OH · 5 verified quotes
Jeff Wyler Hyundai Of Fairfield
Fairfield, OH · 10 verified quotes
North Coast Mitsubishi Bedford
Bedford, OH · 14 verified quotes
Byers Subaru Dublin
Columbus, OH · 15 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 2,085 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, Huggins Auto Solutions, North Coast Mitsubishi West Cleveland lead the Ohio transparency rankings. 426 of 573 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.