Best Car Dealers in Ohio

As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 799 of 2480 Ohio car dealers from 2,474 verified out-the-door quotes. Ohio's average doc fee is $394.

582 of 799 rated Ohio dealers earn an A · 138 earn a D or F

Data updated Oct 5, 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 799 dealers with verified quotes.

$394
Avg Doc Fee
79%
No Add-ons
86/100
Avg Score
2,474
Verified Quotes

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Coughlin Kia of Lewis Center

Lewis Center, OH · 6 verified quotes

$398doc fee$166add-ons
A
97/100
Highly transparent
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Ken Ganley Mazda

Kent, OH · 6 verified quotes

$398doc fee$100add-ons
A
97/100
Highly transparent
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Nick Mayer Ford Avon Lake

Avon Lake, OH · 6 verified quotes

$398doc feeNo add-ons
A
97/100
Highly transparent
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Performance Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram Georgesville

Columbus, OH · 6 verified quotes

$398doc fee$83add-ons
A
97/100
Highly transparent
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Lambert Buick GMC

Cuyahoga Falls, OH · 5 verified quotes

$443doc feeNo add-ons
A
97/100
Highly transparent
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Alpha GMC

Ontario, OH · 4 verified quotes

$398doc feeNo add-ons
A
97/100
Highly transparent
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Brunswick Auto Mart

Brunswick, OH · 4 verified quotes

$398doc feeNo add-ons
A
97/100
Highly transparent
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Brunswick Subaru

Brunswick, OH · 4 verified quotes

$489doc feeNo add-ons
A
97/100
Highly transparent
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Honda of Mentor

Mentor, OH · 4 verified quotes

$398doc feeNo add-ons
A
97/100
Highly transparent
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Jeff Wyler Acura of Dayton

Dayton, OH · 4 verified quotes

$398doc feeNo add-ons
A
97/100
Highly transparent
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Lindsay Honda

Columbus, OH · 4 verified quotes

$398doc feeNo add-ons
A
97/100
Highly transparent
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Classic Lexus

Willoughby Hills, OH · 3 verified quotes

$398doc feeNo add-ons
A
97/100
Highly transparent
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Dave_White Chevrolet

Sylvania, OH · 3 verified quotes

$398doc feeNo add-ons
A
97/100
Highly transparent
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Great Lakes Hyundai of Dublin

Columbus, OH · 3 verified quotes

$387doc feeNo add-ons
A
97/100
Highly transparent
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Joseph Airport Hyundai

Vandalia, OH · 3 verified quotes

$387doc feeNo add-ons
A
97/100
Highly transparent
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Mansfield Motor Group

Mansfield, OH · 3 verified quotes

$398doc feeNo add-ons
A
97/100
Highly transparent
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Mt Orab Ford

Mount Orab, OH · 3 verified quotes

$398doc feeNo add-ons
A
97/100
Highly transparent
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Tim Lally Chevrolet

Warrensville Heights, OH · 3 verified quotes

$387doc feeNo add-ons
A
97/100
Highly transparent
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Valley Ford of Huron

Huron, OH · 3 verified quotes

$481doc feeNo add-ons
A
97/100
Highly transparent
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Valley Ford of Columbus

Columbus, OH · 19 verified quotes

$398doc fee$267add-ons
A
96/100
Highly transparent
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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 672 rated Ohio dealers is $394, based on 2,474 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, Capital Ford of Columbus, Germain Mazda West lead the Ohio transparency rankings. 582 of 799 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.