Best Car Dealers in Ohio
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 451 of 2349 Ohio car dealers from 1,640 verified out-the-door quotes. Ohio's average doc fee is $388.
331 of 451 rated Ohio dealers earn an A · 47 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 9, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Buckeye State
Ohio's dealer grade: B
86/100 average transparency score
34th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 451 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 2349 dealers →Dunning Motor Sales Inc
Cambridge, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesAkron Auto Finance Dba North Coast Mitsubishi
Akron, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesGanley Hyundai Of Parma
Parma, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 13 verified quotes
See the quotesMercedes-Benz Of Easton
Columbus, OHColumbus, OH
Huggins Auto Solutions
Ottawa, OHOttawa, OH
Halleen Kia
North Olmsted, OHNorth Olmsted, OH
Joseph Airport Hyundai
Vandalia, OHVandalia, OH
Firelands Honda
Sandusky, OHSandusky, OH
Germain Honda Of Dublin
Dublin, OHDublin, OH
Land Rover Solon
Solon, OHSolon, OH
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Waynesburg, OH
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Butler, OH
West 40 Auto Sales
Cambridge, OH
West Chester Autos
Hamilton, OH
West End Auto Sales & Service
Wilmington, OH
Western Reserve Auto Sales
Beloit, OH
Western Reserve Coach Sales
Alliance, OH
Westfall Auto Sales
Cadiz, OH
Westland Auto Group Llc
Columbus, OH
Westland Motors
Cleveland, OH
Westside Auto Brokers
Middleburg Heights, OH
Westview Motors Inc
Hillsboro, OH
Wheel & Deal Auto Sales Inc.
Cincinnati, OH
Wheel Deal Auto Llc
Elyria, OH
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Pomeroy, OH
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New Lebanon, 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 376 rated Ohio dealers is $388, based on 1,640 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?
Dunning Motor Sales Inc, Akron Auto Finance Dba North Coast Mitsubishi, Ganley Hyundai Of Parma 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 $388. 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.