Ohio Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Ohio? We analyzed 2,562 verified OTD quotes from 700 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of September 2026, the average doc fee at 573 rated Ohio dealers is $384, $20 below the national average, based on 2,562 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Sep 6, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Buckeye State
Ohio's dealer grade: B
89/100 average transparency score
35th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Ohio has the 35th-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $384.
- 560 of 700 rated Ohio dealers earned an A for transparency; 54 earned a D or F.
- Ken Ganley Mazda in Kent is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 4 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Ohio range from $23 to $1,995 — Ken Ganley Hyundai charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Ohio is accessories, appearing on 46% of itemized quotes at an average of $992.
Ohio Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Ohio
The most transparent dealers in Ohio, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Ken Ganley Mazda
Kent, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesKen Ganley Lincoln Middleburg Heights
Middleburg Heights, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 7 verified quotes
See the quotesYark Subaru
Toledo, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 8 verified quotes
See the quotesLand Rover Solon
Solon, OHSolon, OH
Klaben Ford Lincoln Of Warren Inc
Warren, OHWarren, OH
Kia Of Dayton
Huber Heights, OHHuber Heights, OH
Jeff Wyler Honda Of Colerain
Cincinnati, OHCincinnati, OH
Ken Ganley Hyundai Parma
Parma, OHParma, OH
John Hinderer Ford
Washington Court House, OHWashington Court House, OH
Ken Ganley Honda North Olmsted
North Olmsted, OHNorth Olmsted, OH
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Highest Doc Fees in Ohio
These Ohio dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $384.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ken Ganley Hyundai | $1,123 | 21 |
| 2 | Classic Mazda | $999 | 23 |
| 3 | Village Motors Inc. | $549 | 3 |
| 4 | Roush Honda | $472 | 44 |
| 5 | Don Wood Ford | $462 | 6 |
| 6 | Ron Marhofer Chevrolet | $460 | 12 |
| 7 | Byers Volvo Cars | $455 | 6 |
| 8 | Parkway Lincoln | $453 | 3 |
| 9 | Beechmont Volkswagen Vw | $448 | 3 |
| 10 | Subaru Of Kings Automall | $448 | 12 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Ohio
These Ohio dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jake Sweeney Mitsubishi | D 63/100 | $0 | 3 |
| Ken Ganley Hyundai | D 63/100 | $1,123 | 21 |
| Performance Columbus | D 64/100 | $398 | 3 |
| Jeff Wyler Kia Of Colerain | C 71/100 | $398 | 33 |
| Elite Auto Exchange - Springfield | C 71/100 | $398 | 3 |
| Fairway Chevrolet GMC | C 76/100 | $398 | 12 |
| Jaguar Land Rover Akron | C 76/100 | $387 | 4 |
| Jake Sweeney Chevrolet | C 76/100 | $398 | 3 |
| Fredericktown Chevrolet | C 78/100 | $0 | 6 |
| Jake Sweeney GMC Buick Cadillac | C 79/100 | $387 | 6 |
Most Common Add-ons in Ohio
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Ohio, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Ohio
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Ohio?
Ford
92 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Chevrolet
57 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Chrysler
41 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Dodge
39 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Jeep
39 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Ram
36 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Toyota
36 dealers · Avg score: 90/100
Hyundai
33 dealers · Avg score: 92/100
Honda
32 dealers · Avg score: 94/100
GMC
32 dealers · Avg score: 92/100
Mazda
24 dealers · Avg score: 90/100
Kia
22 dealers · Avg score: 92/100
Buick
22 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Nissan
21 dealers · Avg score: 90/100
Subaru
16 dealers · Avg score: 98/100
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How Ohio compares to its neighbors
Average doc fees next door. Crossing a state line can change what the dealer charges.
Ohio Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Ohio?
As of September 2026, the average documentation fee in Ohio is $384, based on 2,562 verified out-the-door quotes from 573 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $20 below the $404 national average.
Which Ohio dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Ken Ganley Hyundai charges the highest verified doc fee in Ohio at $1,123. Doc fees across the state range from $23 to $1,995.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Ohio?
Ken Ganley Mazda in Kent is the highest-rated dealer in Ohio with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 4 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Ohio?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Ohio dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 560 of 700 rated Ohio dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.