Best Car Dealers in Ohio
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 452 of 2351 Ohio car dealers from 1,638 verified out-the-door quotes. Ohio's average doc fee is $354.
331 of 452 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
31st highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 452 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 2351 dealers →Chevrolet Of Troy
Troy, OH
$33 above the Ohio average
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesLand Rover Solon
Solon, OH
$33 above the Ohio average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesColumbia Hyundai / Acura Columbia
Fairborn, OH
$33 above the Ohio average
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesGermain Honda Of Dublin
Dublin, OHDublin, OH
Halleen Kia
North Olmsted, OHNorth Olmsted, OH
Buckeye Toyota
Lancaster, OHLancaster, OH
Dunning Motor Sales Inc
Cambridge, OHCambridge, OH
Nick Mayer Ford East
Wickliffe, OHWickliffe, OH
Nick Mayer Ford
Mayfield Heights, OHMayfield Heights, OH
Queen City Ford
Cincinnati, OHCincinnati, OH
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More Dealers in Ohio
Unlimited Auto Group
Toledo, OH
Unlimited Auto Group
West Chester, OH
Unlimited Auto Group Of Dayton
Moraine, OH
Upscale Auto Sales
Goshen, OH
Uriel's Automotive Llc
Middletown, OH
Us-euro Auto
Burton, OH
Usa Auto Sales & Services Llc
Mason, OH
Usa Motorcars
Cleveland, OH
Used Car Station Llc
Newark, OH
Used Car Supermarket
Amelia, OH
Va Motorcars Llc
Cleveland, OH
Vallery Ford
Waverly, OH
Valley Auto Finance
Girard, OH
Valley Auto Finance
Warren, OH
Valley Automotive Superstore
Valley View, OH
Valley Chevrolet
Wellington, OH
Valley Ford Of Cleveland
Cleveland, OH
Valley Motor City of Columbus
Pataskala, OH
Valley Truck Center
Cleveland, OH
Valumax
Kent, 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 452 rated Ohio dealers is $354, based on 1,638 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?
Chevrolet Of Troy, Land Rover Solon, Columbia Hyundai / Acura Columbia lead the Ohio transparency rankings. 331 of 452 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 $354. 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.