Best Car Dealers in Ohio
As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 823 of 2482 Ohio car dealers from 2,557 verified out-the-door quotes. Ohio's average doc fee is $395.
600 of 823 rated Ohio dealers earn an A · 141 earn a D or F
Data updated Oct 15, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Buckeye State
Ohio's dealer grade: B
87/100 average transparency score
35th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 823 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.
- A100/1002026
Sims Buick-Gmc Truck, Inc.
Warren, OH
25 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 2482 dealers →Tansky Sawmill Toyota
Dublin, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 26 verified quotes
See the quotesSims Buick-Gmc Truck, Inc.
CarEdge CertifiedWarren, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 25 verified quotes
See the quotesGreat Lakes Toyota Subaru
Findlay, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 21 verified quotes
See the quotesGermain Mazda West
Columbus, OHColumbus, OH
Capital Ford of Columbus
Columbus, OHColumbus, OH
Performance Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram Delaware
Delaware, OHDelaware, OH
Taylor Kia of Toledo
Toledo, OHToledo, OH
Jeff Wyler Honda of Colerain
Cincinnati, OHCincinnati, OH
Ken Ganley Honda North Olmsted
North Olmsted, OHNorth Olmsted, OH
Ken Ganley Hyundai Parma
Parma, OHParma, OH
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More Dealers in Ohio
Acura of Boardman
Boardman, OH
Advance Auto Sales
South Euclid, OH
Advanced Auto Network LLC
Hanoverton, OH
Advanced Autosales
Reynoldsburg, OH
Affordable Auto LLC
Euclid, OH
Affordable Car Sales
Middletown, OH
Ag Auto Group
Columbus, OH
Ag Motors
Wickliffe, OH
Ahl for Less
Lima, OH
Air City Motors
Fairborn, OH
Aj's Auto Sales
West Portsmouth, OH
Akira Auto
Cincinnati, OH
Akron Auto Center
Akron, OH
Akron Auto Sales
Akron, OH
Akron Motorcars Inc.
Akron, OH
Al Baumann Buick
Fremont, OH
Al Baumann Chevrolet Buick
Fremont, OH
Al's Auto Sales LLC
Jeffersonville, OH
Alan Besco Car & Truck Superstore
Xenia, OH
Alb Auto Columbus
Columbus, OH
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 696 rated Ohio dealers is $395, based on 2,557 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?
Tansky Sawmill Toyota, Sims Buick-Gmc Truck, Inc., Great Lakes Toyota Subaru lead the Ohio transparency rankings. 600 of 823 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 $395. 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.