Best Car Dealers in Ohio
As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 826 of 2483 Ohio car dealers from 2,577 verified out-the-door quotes. Ohio's average doc fee is $394.
594 of 826 rated Ohio dealers earn an A · 150 earn a D or F
Data updated Oct 18, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Buckeye State
Ohio's dealer grade: B
86/100 average transparency score
35th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 826 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
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 2483 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 quotesJeff Wyler Honda of Colerain
Cincinnati, OH
No mandatory add-ons · 13 verified quotes
See the quotesCapital Ford of Columbus
Columbus, OHColumbus, 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
Halleen Kia
North Olmsted, OHNorth Olmsted, OH
Nick Mayer Lincoln Westlake
Westlake, OHWestlake, OH
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More Dealers in Ohio
Firehouse Auto LLC
Canal Winchester, OH
Firelands Chevrolet of Vermilion
Vermilion, OH
Firelands Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM
Sandusky, OH
First Choice Auto
Middletown, OH
First Choice Auto Center LLC
Cincinnati, OH
First Choice Auto Finance
Toledo, OH
First Class Auto Mall
Akron, OH
First Gear Auto Group
Pataskala, OH
Five Kings Auto Sales
Westerville, OH
Five Star Auto Group
North Canton, OH
Flag Motors Ltd
Columbus, OH
For Sale Auto Sales LLC
Lancaster, OH
Forman Auto Sales, Llc.
Franklin, OH
Forza Automotive
Ravenna, OH
Foster Autohaus
Euclid, OH
Foster Cadillac
Sandusky, OH
Franklin Auto Mart LLC
Franklin, OH
Fred Martin Nissan
Akron, OH
Fred Martin Superstore
Norton, OH
Freddy's Big Lot
Delaware, 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 690 rated Ohio dealers is $394, based on 2,577 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, Jeff Wyler Honda of Colerain lead the Ohio transparency rankings. 594 of 826 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.