Best Car Dealers in Kentucky
As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 272 of 853 Kentucky car dealers from 653 verified out-the-door quotes. Kentucky's average doc fee is $612.
160 of 272 rated Kentucky dealers earn an A · 69 earn a D or F
Data updated Oct 15, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Bluegrass State
Kentucky's dealer grade: B
81/100 average transparency score
14th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 272 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 853 dealers →Jeff Wyler Honda In Florence
Florence, KY
$114 below the Kentucky average
No mandatory add-ons · 17 verified quotes
See the quotesBachman Subaru
Louisville, KY
$113 below the Kentucky average
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesJeff Wyler Honda Auto Mall
Louisville, KY
No mandatory add-ons · 6 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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More Dealers in Kentucky
Neals Auto Sales
Louisville, KY
Near New Auto Center
Berea, KY
Neil Huffman Chevrolet
Frankfort, KY
New Circle Auto Sales LLC
Lexington, KY
Newton Chevrolet Russellville LLC
Russellville, KY
Next Level Auto Sales LLC
Monticello, KY
Nicholasville Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM
Nicholasville, KY
Nissan of Madisonville
Madisonville, KY
Nissan of Paducah
Paducah, KY
Nolley Auto Sales
Campbellsville, KY
North Lime Auto Sales, LLC
Lexington, KY
Northern Kentucky Auto Sales
Florence, KY
Northwest Motors LLC
Owensboro, KY
Old Tyme
Henderson, KY
Oldfield's Used Cars
Mount Sterling, KY
Overdrive Performance Auto Sales
Glasgow, KY
Owensboro Motor Co.
Owensboro, KY
Oxmoor Ford
Louisville, KY
Paducah Ford
Paducah, KY
Paducah Mazda
Paducah, KY
Kentucky Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Kentucky?
As of October 2026, the average documentation fee at 204 rated Kentucky dealers is $612, based on 653 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, Bachman Subaru, Jeff Wyler Honda Auto Mall lead the Kentucky transparency rankings. 160 of 272 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 $612. 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.