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
Prestige Auto Sales
Covington, KY
Prestige Motors
Lexington, KY
Prestine Auto Traders
Louisville, KY
Prime Auto Sale LLC
Lexington, KY
Prime Motor Sales Inc
Bowling Green, KY
Purchase Ford Lincoln
Mayfield, KY
Pure Country Chevrolet
Grayson, KY
Pure Country Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM
Grayson, KY
Pure Country Ford
Grayson, KY
Quality Auto Sales
Corbin, KY
Quality Motors LLC
Louisville, KY
Quantrell Auto Group
Lexington, KY
Quantrell Cadillac
Lexington, KY
Quantrell Volvo Cars
Lexington, KY
R2g Auto Sales LLC
Shepherdsville, KY
Ray's Chrysler-dodge-jeep-RAM
Brandenburg, KY
Ray's Ford Inc
Brandenburg, KY
Ray's Ford Inc.
Brandenburg, KY
Rayyan Auto Group
Lexington, KY
Red White & Blue Auto Sales
Owensboro, 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.