Ohio Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Ohio? We analyzed 2,789 verified OTD quotes from 842 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of November 2026, the average doc fee at 707 rated Ohio dealers is $388, $16 below the national average, based on 2,789 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Nov 6, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Buckeye State
Ohio's dealer grade: B
88/100 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 $388.
- 624 of 842 rated Ohio dealers earned an A for transparency; 140 earned a D or F.
- Land Rover Dayton in Dayton is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 3 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Ohio range from $23 to $1,296 — Classic Mazda charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Ohio is accessories, appearing on 34% of itemized quotes at an average of $935.
Ohio Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Ohio
The most transparent dealers in Ohio, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Land Rover Dayton
Dayton, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesLindsay Honda
Columbus, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesLash Chevrolet
Johnstown, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesLiberty Ford Brunswick
Brunswick, OHBrunswick, OH
Acura Columbus
Dublin, OHDublin, OH
Adventure Subaru
Painesville, OHPainesville, OH
Yark Toyota
Maumee, OHMaumee, OH
Yark Chevrolet
Perrysburg, OHPerrysburg, OH
White's Honda of Lima
Lima, OHLima, OH
Mercedes-Benz of Easton
Columbus, OHColumbus, OH
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Highest Doc Fees in Ohio
These Ohio dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $388.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Classic Mazda | $999 | 11 |
| 2 | Preston Mazda | $799 | 5 |
| 3 | Land Rover Cincinnati | $526 | 4 |
| 4 | Roush Honda | $486 | 37 |
| 5 | Ron Marhofer Auto Family | $475 | 5 |
| 6 | Byers Volvo Cars | $466 | 5 |
| 7 | Jay Buick GMC | $463 | 3 |
| 8 | Don Wood Ford | $462 | 3 |
| 9 | Parkway Lincoln | $453 | 3 |
| 10 | Germain Volkswagen of Columbus | $448 | 3 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Dodge Chrysler Jeep | F 38/100 | — | 3 |
| Germain Ford of Beavercreek | F 54/100 | — | 3 |
| Diehl Kia of Massillon | F 56/100 | — | 5 |
| Fairway Ford | F 57/100 | — | 7 |
| Mazda of Wooster | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Vin Devers Inc | D 60/100 | — | 4 |
| Junction CDJR | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Diehl Hyundai of Massillon | D 60/100 | — | 5 |
| Diehl Honda of Massillon | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Ganley Buick GMC | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
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
101 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Chevrolet
74 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Dodge
55 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Jeep
55 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Chrysler
54 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Ram
49 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Toyota
42 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Honda
37 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
GMC
35 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
Hyundai
32 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
Kia
29 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
Nissan
26 dealers · Avg score: 92/100
Mazda
25 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
Buick
23 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Subaru
21 dealers · Avg score: 95/100
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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 November 2026, the average documentation fee in Ohio is $388, based on 2,789 verified out-the-door quotes from 707 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $16 below the $404 national average.
Which Ohio dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Classic Mazda charges the highest verified doc fee in Ohio at $999. Doc fees across the state range from $23 to $1,296.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Ohio?
Land Rover Dayton in Dayton 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. 624 of 842 rated Ohio dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.