Dealer Group
Coughlin Automotive
Coughlin Automotive runs 22 locations in 2 states and earns a CarEdge transparency grade of A (94/100) from 34 verified out-the-door quotes.
- Average doc fee
- $408
- Dealer add-ons
- On 24% of quotes
- Top-graded store
- Coughlin Kia of Dublin (A)
Verified quotes since 2025
Score Breakdown
Grade Distribution
Across 12 rated locations
83% of locations earned a B or better. No location received an F.
Key Insights
Transparency Score
Scores 94/100, 7.3 points above the national average of 86.7/100.
Add-on Frequency
24% of transactions include an add-on, 7% more often than the national average of 17%.
Listing-to-OTD Gap
Prices run -3.0% above listing on average, better than the national average of 246.1%.
Top performers in this group
All locations
| Dealer | Location | Grade | Score | Quotes | Brand | Doc Fee | Add-on Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coughlin London Chevrolet | London, OH | A | 100 | 1 | Chevrolet | $398 | 0% |
| Coughlin Kia of Lancaster | Lancaster, OH | A | 100 | 1 | Kia | $402 | 0% |
| Coughlin Ford of Pataskala | Pataskala, OH | A | 100 | 1 | Ford | $402 | 0% |
| Coughlin Hyundai of Heath | Heath, OH | A | 99 | 2 | Hyundai | $427 | 0% |
| Coughlin Nissan of Heath | Heath, OH | A | 99 | 2 | Nissan | $416 | 0% |
| Coughlin Buick of Marysville | Marysville, OH | A | 99 | 1 | Buick | $416 | 0% |
| Coughlin Marysville Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM | Marysville, OH | A | 99 | 1 | Chrysler | $416 | 0% |
| Coughlin Kia of Dublin | Plain City, OH | A | 96 | 12 | Kia | $402 | 17% |
| Coughlin Kia of Lewis Center | Lewis Center, OH | A | 94 | 6 | Kia | $398 | 33% |
| Coughlin Ford of Marysville | Marysville, OH | B | 89 | 5 | Ford | $398 | 40% |
Group locations
22 locations across Ohio, Oklahoma
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Coughlin Automotive a good place to buy a car?
Yes, by CarEdge's measure. Coughlin Automotive earns CarEdge transparency grade A (94/100) across 34 verified out-the-door quotes from 12 stores, graded 9 A, 1 B, 2 C. 83% of its graded stores earn an A or B. Grades vary by store, so check the specific location before you buy.
What do reviews say about Coughlin Automotive?
CarEdge reviews Coughlin Automotive on 34 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. Coughlin Automotive earns CarEdge transparency grade A (94/100) across 34 verified out-the-door quotes from 12 stores, graded 9 A, 1 B, 2 C. Across those quotes its stores show dealer add-ons on 24% of verified quotes.
What is the doc fee at Coughlin Automotive dealerships?
Its stores average a $408 doc fee across 34 verified out-the-door quotes. It ranges from $398 at Coughlin Kia of Lewis Center in Lewis Center, OH to $402 at Coughlin Kia of Dublin in Plain City, OH, partly because doc fee limits differ by state.
Do Coughlin Automotive dealerships add dealer add-ons?
CarEdge's verified quotes from Coughlin Automotive stores show dealer add-ons on 24% of verified quotes. Ask any store for an itemized out-the-door quote with all dealer add-ons removed before you visit.
Which Coughlin Automotive dealership is the best?
Coughlin Kia of Dublin in Plain City, OH is Coughlin Automotive's highest-graded store on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index: grade A (96/100) from 12 verified out-the-door quotes.