Best Car Dealers in Ohio
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 465 of 2353 Ohio car dealers from 1,676 verified out-the-door quotes. Ohio's average doc fee is $391.
338 of 465 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 465 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 2353 dealers →Perfect Auto Collection
Akron, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesGermain Honda Of Dublin
Dublin, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesBuckeye Toyota
Lancaster, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesQueen City Ford
Cincinnati, OHCincinnati, OH
Yark Subaru
Toledo, OHToledo, OH
Porsche Beachwood
Beachwood, OHBeachwood, OH
Dunning Motor Sales Inc
Cambridge, OHCambridge, OH
Joseph Airport Hyundai
Vandalia, OHVandalia, OH
BMW Of Toledo
Toledo, OHToledo, OH
Tom Ahl Family Of Dealerships
Lima, OHLima, OH
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National Auto Credit Inc.
Madison, OH
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Columbus, OH
National Auto Llc
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National Auto Sales East
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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 385 rated Ohio dealers is $391, based on 1,676 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?
Perfect Auto Collection, Germain Honda Of Dublin, Buckeye Toyota lead the Ohio transparency rankings. 338 of 465 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.