Best Car Dealers in Ohio
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 464 of 2341 Ohio car dealers from 1,666 verified out-the-door quotes. Ohio's average doc fee is $391.
337 of 464 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 464 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 2341 dealers →Akron Auto Finance Dba North Coast Mitsubishi
Akron, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesGanley Hyundai Of Parma
Parma, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 13 verified quotes
See the quotesTom Ahl Family Of Dealerships
Lima, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesGenesis Of Bedford
Bedford, OHBedford, OH
Nissan North
Columbus, OHColumbus, OH
The Audi Connection
Cincinnati, OHCincinnati, OH
Perfect Auto Collection
Akron, OHAkron, OH
Land Rover Solon
Solon, OHSolon, OH
Nick Mayer Ford East
Wickliffe, OHWickliffe, OH
Mercedes-Benz Of Easton
Columbus, OHColumbus, OH
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More Dealers in Ohio
Kamil Auto Sales And Service
Columbus, OH
Karaja Motors
Norwood, OH
Karr's Cars, Llc
Strongsville, OH
Kash Auto
Cleveland, OH
Katterheinrich Chevrolet
New Knoxville, OH
Kbs Auto Sales
Cincinnati, OH
Kc's Auto Sales
Navarre, OH
Kdk Auto Brokers
Brunswick, OH
Keens Auto Sales
Union City, OH
Keer Automotive CDJR
New Lexington, OH
Keer Automotive Ford
New Lexington, OH
Keller Chevrolet
Gibsonburg, OH
Kellis Auto Sales
Columbus, OH
Kelly Auto Group
Cleveland, OH
Kelly BMW
Columbus, OH
Kelly& 39 S Auto Sales Inc.
Canton, OH
Ken Ganley Auto Sales Brookpark
Parma, OH
Ken Ganley Buick GMC
Sandusky, OH
Ken Ganley Chevrolet of Aurora
Aurora, OH
Ken Ganley Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM
Norwalk, OH
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 385 rated Ohio dealers is $391, based on 1,666 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?
Akron Auto Finance Dba North Coast Mitsubishi, Ganley Hyundai Of Parma, Tom Ahl Family Of Dealerships lead the Ohio transparency rankings. 337 of 464 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 $391. 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.