Ohio Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Ohio? We analyzed 2,021 verified OTD quotes from 561 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of July 2026, the average doc fee at 455 rated Ohio dealers is $381, $19 below the national average, based on 2,021 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Jul 28, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Buckeye State
Ohio's dealer grade: B
86/100 average transparency score
33rd highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Ohio has the 33rd-highest average doc fee of the 50 states we track, at $381.
- 413 of 561 rated Ohio dealers earned an A for transparency; 61 earned a D or F.
- North Coast Mitsubishi West Cleveland in Parma is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 3 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Ohio range from $23 to $1,131 — Ken Ganley Hyundai charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Ohio is accessories, appearing on 52% of itemized quotes at an average of $1,019.
Ohio Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Ohio
The most transparent dealers in Ohio, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
North Coast Mitsubishi West Cleveland
Parma, OH
$202 below the Ohio average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesMotor Time Auto Sales Inc
Cincinnati, OH
$31 below the Ohio average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesClassic Mazda
Mentor, OH
$81 below the Ohio average
No mandatory add-ons · 10 verified quotes
See the quotesHuggins Auto Solutions
Ottawa, OHOttawa, OH
Preferred Autos Llc
West Chester, OHWest Chester, OH
BMW Of Toledo
Toledo, OHToledo, OH
Ganley Hyundai Of Parma
Parma, OHParma, OH
Joseph Airport Hyundai
Vandalia, OHVandalia, OH
Firelands Honda
Sandusky, OHSandusky, OH
Chevrolet Of Troy
Troy, OHTroy, OH
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Highest Doc Fees in Ohio
These Ohio dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $381.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ken Ganley Hyundai | $1,131 | 22 |
| 2 | Village Motors Inc. | $549 | 3 |
| 3 | Roush Honda | $468 | 34 |
| 4 | Don Wood Ford | $462 | 6 |
| 5 | Byers Volvo Cars | $455 | 6 |
| 6 | Parkway Lincoln | $453 | 3 |
| 7 | Mazda Of Dayton | $448 | 10 |
| 8 | Subaru Of Kings Automall | $448 | 11 |
| 9 | Germain Kia Of Columbus | $448 | 8 |
| 10 | Northgate Ford | $448 | 5 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Performance Columbus | D 60.9/100 | $383 | 4 |
| Ken Ganley Hyundai | D 62.6/100 | $1,131 | 22 |
| Elite Auto Exchange - Springfield | C 70.9/100 | $398 | 3 |
| Jake Sweeney Chevrolet | C 75.5/100 | $398 | 3 |
| Jaguar Land Rover Akron | C 75.8/100 | $387 | 4 |
| Beau Townsend Nissan | C 75.9/100 | $398 | 3 |
| Fredericktown Chevrolet | C 78.2/100 | $0 | 5 |
| Findlay Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram | C 78.5/100 | $398 | 4 |
| Performance Kings Honda | B 80/100 | $378 | 20 |
| Ron Marhofer Auto Family | B 80.2/100 | $393 | 12 |
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
78 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Chevrolet
43 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Chrysler
35 dealers · Avg score: 74/100
Toyota
35 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Hyundai
33 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Dodge
33 dealers · Avg score: 73/100
Jeep
33 dealers · Avg score: 73/100
Ram
31 dealers · Avg score: 72/100
Honda
31 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
GMC
26 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Mazda
21 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
Buick
21 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Kia
19 dealers · Avg score: 92/100
Subaru
17 dealers · Avg score: 75/100
Nissan
17 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
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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 July 2026, the average documentation fee in Ohio is $381, based on 2,021 verified out-the-door quotes from 455 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $19 below the $400 national average.
Which Ohio dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Ken Ganley Hyundai charges the highest verified doc fee in Ohio at $1,131. Doc fees across the state range from $23 to $1,131.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Ohio?
North Coast Mitsubishi West Cleveland in Parma is the highest-rated dealer in Ohio with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 3 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. 413 of 561 rated Ohio dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.