Best Car Dealers in Kentucky
As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 267 of 848 Kentucky car dealers from 639 verified out-the-door quotes. Kentucky's average doc fee is $613.
155 of 267 rated Kentucky dealers earn an A · 69 earn a D or F
Data updated Oct 9, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Bluegrass State
Kentucky's dealer grade: B
80/100 average transparency score
14th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 267 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 848 dealers →Jeff Wyler Honda In Florence
Florence, KY
$115 below the Kentucky average
No mandatory add-ons · 17 verified quotes
See the quotesJeff Wyler Honda Auto Mall
Louisville, KY
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesBachman Subaru
Louisville, KY
$114 below the Kentucky average
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesTom Gill Chevrolet
Florence, KYFlorence, KY
Don Franklin Columbia Ford
Columbia, KYColumbia, KY
Jeff Wyler Nissan of Louisville
Saint Matthews, KYSaint Matthews, KY
Kia Store East
Louisville, KYLouisville, KY
O'Brien Ford
Shelbyville, KYShelbyville, KY
Wildcat Chevrolet
Cadiz, KYCadiz, KY
Bachman Chevrolet
Jeffersontown, KYJeffersontown, KY
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Moore Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Hartford, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
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Hebron, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
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Lexington, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
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Nicholasville, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
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Danville, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
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Stanton, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Tri City Motors Superstore
Somerset, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Triple D Auto Sales
Corbin, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Walters Auto Group
Pikeville, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Walters Toyota
Pikeville, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Boosted Motors, LLC
Hartford, KY · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Cb Automotive LLC
Corbin, KY · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Jack Kain Ford
Versailles, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Kerry Volkswagen of Florence
Florence, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Courtesy Acura
Lexington, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Ryan Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Monticello
Monticello, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Jeff Wyler Ft Thomas, Inc
Fort Thomas, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Oxmoor CDJR
Louisville, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
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Somerset, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data
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Kentucky Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Kentucky?
As of October 2026, the average documentation fee at 199 rated Kentucky dealers is $613, based on 639 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. Kentucky sets no legal cap on doc fees.
Who are the best car dealers in Kentucky?
Jeff Wyler Honda In Florence, Jeff Wyler Honda Auto Mall, Bachman Subaru lead the Kentucky transparency rankings. 155 of 267 rated Kentucky dealers earned an A grade for fair fees, minimal add-ons, and honest pricing.
How are Kentucky 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 Kentucky quotes are verified.
How Kentucky 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 Kentucky
- Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in Kentucky is $613. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 81% of dealers in Kentucky 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.