Best Car Dealers in Ohio
As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 812 of 2481 Ohio car dealers from 2,533 verified out-the-door quotes. Ohio's average doc fee is $394.
589 of 812 rated Ohio dealers earn an A · 140 earn a D or F
Data updated Oct 13, 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 812 dealers with verified quotes.
CarEdge Certified dealers in Ohio
These dealers guarantee an all-in out-the-door price up front and no surprise add-ons.
- A99/1002026
Sims Buick-Gmc Truck, Inc.
Warren, OH
24 verified quotes$398doc feeNo add-ons - A92/1002026
Ron Marhofer Hyundai of Green
Akron, OH
3 verified quotes$448doc fee
Verified every month by CarEdge. The grade behind the badge is earned, never bought. Certification never changes a dealer's grade or ranking.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 2481 dealers →Great Lakes Toyota Subaru
Findlay, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 21 verified quotes
See the quotesGermain Mazda West
Columbus, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 15 verified quotes
See the quotesCapital Ford of Columbus
Columbus, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 12 verified quotes
See the quotesPerformance Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram Delaware
Delaware, OHDelaware, OH
Taylor Kia of Toledo
Toledo, OHToledo, OH
Ken Ganley Honda North Olmsted
North Olmsted, OHNorth Olmsted, OH
Jeff Wyler Honda of Colerain
Cincinnati, OHCincinnati, OH
Ken Ganley Hyundai Parma
Parma, OHParma, OH
Nick Mayer Lincoln Westlake
Westlake, OHWestlake, OH
Halleen Kia
North Olmsted, OHNorth Olmsted, OH
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More Dealers in Ohio
Mathews Hyundai
Marion, OH · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Mds Sales LLC Dba Shaheen Motors
Canton, OH · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Mid-Towne Auto Center
Middletown, OH · 1 verified quoteLimited data
New Line Motors
Chesterland, OH · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Next Step Auto Sales
Kirtland, OH · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Nick Mayer Lincoln Mayfield
Mayfield Heights, OH · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Nissan of North Olmsted I-90 Nissan
North Olmsted, OH · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Norman's Auto Sales
Cleveland, OH · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Pallotta Ford
Wooster, OH · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Pineda Motors LLC
West Chester Township, OH · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Rallye Motors
Cincinnati, OH · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Reineke Honda
Findlay, OH · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Rhk Motors LLC
West Union, OH · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Route 36 Motor Cars
Dublin, OH · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Smedleys
Vandalia, OH · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Stratton Chevrolet
Beloit, OH · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Sunlight Auto LLC
Cleveland, OH · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Svg Chevrolet GMC Urbana
Urbana, OH · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Svg Springfield GMC
Springfield, OH · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Tom Gill Buick GMC
Hamilton, OH · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Dealers by City in Ohio
Ohio doc fee law
Ohio law caps dealer documentation fees at approximately $398. A doc fee above that level on a Ohio quote is worth challenging before you sign.
Ohio Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Ohio?
As of October 2026, the average documentation fee at 684 rated Ohio dealers is $394, based on 2,533 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. State law caps Ohio doc fees at approximately $398.
Who are the best car dealers in Ohio?
Great Lakes Toyota Subaru, Germain Mazda West, Capital Ford of Columbus lead the Ohio transparency rankings. 589 of 812 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 $394. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 79% 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.