Best Car Dealers in Kentucky

As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 180 of 812 Kentucky car dealers from 575 verified out-the-door quotes. Kentucky's average doc fee is $587.

126 of 180 rated Kentucky dealers earn an A · 15 earn a D or F

Data updated Jul 26, 2026 · How we score dealers

The Bluegrass State

Kentucky's dealer grade: B

86/100 average transparency score

14th highest doc fees in the U.S.

Based on 180 dealers with verified quotes.

$587
Avg Doc Fee
76%
No Add-ons
86/100
Avg Score
575
Verified Quotes

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Hunt Ford Chrysler

Franklin, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$0doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
See 1 verified quote

Bob Swope Ford

Elizabethtown, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$489doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
See 1 verified quote

Drive Today Auto Sales

Mount Sterling, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$199doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
See 1 verified quote

James Collins Ford

Louisville, KY · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$390doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
See 2 verified quotes

Walters Toyota

Pikeville, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$22doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
See 1 verified quote

Dan Cummins Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Paris

Paris, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$50doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Linwood Paducah

Paducah, KY · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$495doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Chip Wynn Motors

Paducah, KY · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$449doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Wildcat Chevrolet

Cadiz, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$549doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
See 1 verified quote

Jim Johnson Nissan

Bowling Green, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$489doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
See 1 verified quote

Eddie's Auto Sales

London, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$345doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
See 1 verified quote

Jeff Wyler Florence Buick GMC

Florence, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$498doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Bachman Subaru

Louisville, KY · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$500doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Champion Ford

Owensboro, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$499doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Auto Plus Auto Sales Llc

Louisville, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$299doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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O'Brien

Shelbyville, KY · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$589doc feeNo add-ons
A
99.9/100
Highly transparent
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Don Franklin Kia Bowling Green

Bowling Green, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$589doc feeNo add-ons
A
99.9/100
Highly transparent
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Jeff Wyler Nissan Of Louisville

Saint Matthews, KY · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$589doc feeNo add-ons
A
99.9/100
Highly transparent
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Benton Ford

Benton, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$599doc feeNo add-ons
A
99.6/100
Highly transparent
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Piles Chevrolet, Inc.

Dry Ridge, KY · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$599doc feeNo add-ons
A
99.6/100
Highly transparent
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Kentucky Dealer FAQ

What is the average dealer doc fee in Kentucky?

As of July 2026, the average documentation fee at 141 rated Kentucky dealers is $587, based on 575 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.

Who are the best car dealers in Kentucky?

Toyota Of Louisville, Tom Gill Chevrolet, Kia Store East lead the Kentucky transparency rankings. 126 of 180 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 $587. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Good news on add-ons: 76% 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.