Best Car Dealers in Ohio
As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 825 of 2485 Ohio car dealers from 2,561 verified out-the-door quotes. Ohio's average doc fee is $395.
601 of 825 rated Ohio dealers earn an A · 141 earn a D or F
Data updated Oct 16, 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 825 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 2485 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
Jeff Wyler Honda of Colerain
Cincinnati, OHCincinnati, OH
Performance 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
Ken Ganley Hyundai Parma
Parma, OHParma, OH
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More Dealers in Ohio
Bentley of Columbus
Dublin, OH
Benzen Auto LLC
Ashtabula, OH
Berea Auto Mall LLC
Berea, OH
Bernie's Motor Cars
Kirtland, OH
Besson Auto Sales LLC
Columbus, OH
Best Auto Sales & Service
Van Wert, OH
Best Buy Auto Sales
Midland, OH
Best Deals Auto Sales
Akron, OH
Best Motors LLC
Cleveland, OH
Better Buy Automotive L.l.c.
New Richmond, OH
Bill Harris Auto Center
Ashland, OH
Bill Harris Ford
Loudonville, OH
Bill Marine Automotive Center Group
Springfield, OH
Bill Marine Honda
Springfield, OH
Bill Marine Volkswagen
Springfield, OH
Bill's & Son Auto/truck Inc
Ravenna, OH
Billings Sales & Svc Inc
Clyde, OH
Blackburn's Auto Sales and Service
Somerset, OH
Blue Line Motors Ohio LLC
Newark, OH
Bm Auto Sales LLC
Cincinnati, 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 698 rated Ohio dealers is $395, based on 2,561 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. 601 of 825 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.