Best Car Dealers in Ohio
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 464 of 2353 Ohio car dealers from 1,668 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 16, 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 2353 dealers →Queen City Ford
Cincinnati, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesGanley Hyundai Of Parma
Parma, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 13 verified quotes
See the quotesHuggins Auto Solutions
Ottawa, OH
$191 below the Ohio average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesMercedes-Benz Of Easton
Columbus, OHColumbus, OH
Dunning Motor Sales Inc
Cambridge, OHCambridge, OH
Nick Mayer Ford
Mayfield Heights, OHMayfield Heights, OH
Porsche Beachwood
Beachwood, OHBeachwood, OH
Chevrolet Of Troy
Troy, OHTroy, OH
North Coast Mitsubishi West Cleveland
Parma, OHParma, OH
Buckeye Toyota
Lancaster, OHLancaster, OH
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More Dealers in Ohio
Mathews Auto Group
Marion, OH
Mathews Budget Auto Center Inc
Marion, OH
Mathews Dodge Chrysler Jeep
Marion, OH
Mathews Dodge Inc
Marion, OH
Mathews Ford
Sandusky, OH
Mathews Ford Sandusky
Sandusky, OH
Mathews Honda Of Marion
Marion, OH
Matt Castrucci Auto Mall Of Dayton
Centerville, OH
Matt Castrucci Honda
Centerville, OH
Matt Castrucci Nissan
Dayton, OH
Maximum Auto Group Ii Inc
Cortland, OH
Mays Auto
Masury, OH
Maysan Auto Sales
Cortland, OH
Mazda Direct Pre-owned
Fostoria, OH
Mccluskey Automotive
Cincinnati, OH
McCluskey Buick GMC
Cincinnati, OH
Mcdaniel Automotive
Marion, OH
Mcdaniel Gm Superstore
Marion, OH
Mcdaniel GMC
Marion, OH
Mchugh Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM Fiat
Zanesville, 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 $391, based on 1,668 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?
Queen City Ford, Ganley Hyundai Of Parma, Huggins Auto Solutions 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: 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.