Best Car Dealers in Ohio
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 460 of 2354 Ohio car dealers from 1,657 verified out-the-door quotes. Ohio's average doc fee is $387.
333 of 460 rated Ohio dealers earn an A · 50 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 15, 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 460 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 2354 dealers →Columbia Hyundai / Acura Columbia
Fairborn, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesGermain Honda Of Dublin
Dublin, 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 quotesJoseph Airport Hyundai
Vandalia, OHVandalia, OH
Firelands Honda
Sandusky, OHSandusky, OH
Halleen Kia
North Olmsted, OHNorth Olmsted, OH
Akron Auto Finance Dba North Coast Mitsubishi
Akron, OHAkron, OH
BMW Of Toledo
Toledo, OHToledo, OH
Land Rover Solon
Solon, OHSolon, OH
Buckeye Toyota
Lancaster, OHLancaster, OH
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Ironton, OH
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Portsmouth, OH
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Portsmouth, OH
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South Point, OH
Glockner Toyota
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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 387 rated Ohio dealers is $387, based on 1,657 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?
Columbia Hyundai / Acura Columbia, Germain Honda Of Dublin, Ganley Hyundai Of Parma lead the Ohio transparency rankings. 333 of 460 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.