Best Car Dealers in Ohio
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 451 of 2351 Ohio car dealers from 1,633 verified out-the-door quotes. Ohio's average doc fee is $355.
331 of 451 rated Ohio dealers earn an A · 50 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 8, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Buckeye State
Ohio's dealer grade: B
86/100 average transparency score
33rd highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 451 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 2351 dealers →Nissan North
Columbus, OH
$32 above the Ohio average
No mandatory add-ons · 9 verified quotes
See the quotesGanley Hyundai Of Parma
Parma, OH
$30 above the Ohio average
No mandatory add-ons · 13 verified quotes
See the quotesBuckeye Toyota
Lancaster, OH
$32 above the Ohio average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesQueen City Ford
Cincinnati, OHCincinnati, OH
Mercedes-Benz Of Easton
Columbus, OHColumbus, OH
The Audi Connection
Cincinnati, OHCincinnati, OH
Performance Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram Delaware
Delaware, OHDelaware, OH
Firelands Honda
Sandusky, OHSandusky, OH
Halleen Kia
North Olmsted, OHNorth Olmsted, OH
Perfect Auto Collection
Akron, OHAkron, OH
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Tony's Auto World
Parma, OH
Tony's Wholesale LLC
Ashland, OH
Tonys Auto World
Parma, OH
Top Choice Auto Group
Youngstown, OH
Top Spot Motors Llc
Willoughby, OH
Top Tier Auto Corporation
Brice, OH
Top Trucks Auto Llc
Youngstown, OH
Toth Buick GMC Akron
Akron, OH
Touch Above Auto Sales
Cleveland, OH
Touchdown Auto Sales
Canton, OH
Towne East Auto
Middletown, OH
Towpath Motors
Peninsula, OH
Toy Barn
Dublin, OH
Toyota Of Kent
Kent, OH
Toyota Of North Canton
North Canton, OH
Trade In Automotive Llc
Willoughby, OH
Tradewinds Motor Center Llc
Cleveland, OH
Dealers by City in Ohio
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 451 rated Ohio dealers is $355, based on 1,633 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?
Nissan North, Ganley Hyundai Of Parma, Buckeye Toyota lead the Ohio transparency rankings. 331 of 451 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 $355. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 72% 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.