Best Car Dealers in Ohio
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 441 of 2346 Ohio car dealers from 1,618 verified out-the-door quotes. Ohio's average doc fee is $390.
324 of 441 rated Ohio dealers earn an A · 49 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 6, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Buckeye State
Ohio's dealer grade: B
86/100 average transparency score
36th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 441 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 2346 dealers →Columbia Hyundai / Acura Columbia
Fairborn, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesPorsche Beachwood
Beachwood, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesFirelands Honda
Sandusky, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 7 verified quotes
See the quotesTom Ahl Family Of Dealerships
Lima, OHLima, OH
Mccluskey Chevrolet
Cincinnati, OHCincinnati, OH
Joseph Airport Hyundai
Vandalia, OHVandalia, OH
Land Rover Solon
Solon, OHSolon, OH
Nissan North
Columbus, OHColumbus, OH
Preferred Autos Llc
West Chester, OHWest Chester, OH
Nick Mayer Ford East
Wickliffe, OHWickliffe, OH
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Ohio doc fee law
Ohio caps documentation fees at $250 or 10% of the vehicle price, whichever is less. Most Ohio dealers charge the full cap.
Ohio Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Ohio?
As of July 2026, the average documentation fee at 441 rated Ohio dealers is $390, based on 1,618 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. State law caps Ohio doc fees at approximately $250.
Who are the best car dealers in Ohio?
Columbia Hyundai / Acura Columbia, Porsche Beachwood, Firelands Honda lead the Ohio transparency rankings. 324 of 441 rated Ohio dealers earned an A grade for fair fees, minimal add-ons, and honest pricing.
How are Ohio 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 Ohio quotes are verified.
How Ohio 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 Ohio
- Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in Ohio is $390. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 71% of dealers in Ohio 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.