What Plaza Auto Group does

Plaza Auto Group is a privately held, multi-brand automotive dealership group headquartered in Richmond Hill, Ontario, operating since 1956. The group runs 12+ franchised dealership locations across Central and Southern Ontario—spanning Richmond Hill, Bolton, Cobourg, Orillia (a cluster of seven rooftops), Sundridge, Bracebridge, and Woodstock—representing nine OEMs: Kia, Jeep, Dodge, RAM, Volkswagen, Mazda, Subaru, Chrysler, and Nissan. Its core offering is new, certified pre-owned, and used vehicle sales, augmented by in-house and partner financing through Get Auto Finance, OEM parts and service operations at each rooftop, and a collision repair arm (Harper's Collision).

The group monetizes across four revenue streams: vehicle sales (front-end gross on new, certified pre-owned, and used units), financing (F&I markup and lender referral fees), service and parts (labor, OEM parts markup, and service packages), and extended warranties and insurance products. Its go-to-market is a traditional multi-rooftop retail model supplemented by online inventory browsing, digital financing applications, and a valet delivery program that enables remote purchase completion. The Plaza Plus Loyalty Program provides a 10% lifetime discount on warranties, parts, and labor for customers servicing at Plaza dealerships, while Plaza Premium Maintenance offers complimentary oil changes every fourth service visit, generating aftermarket revenue stickiness.

Plaza Auto Group serves three primary customer segments: individual retail consumers (primary), EV and hybrid enthusiasts (with dedicated inventory and education across Kia, Nissan, VW, Subaru, and Mazda EVs), and commercial/fleet buyers (RAM trucks, Grand Cherokee, Durango). Pricing is positioned as 'Haggle-Free' Market Value Pricing in Canadian dollars, with vehicles ranging from approximately C$45,000 to C$65,000+ for typical new units. The company's digital platform is operated by Solutions Medias 360 Inc. under the plazaautogroup.com domain. No revenue, funding, M&A, or executive leadership details are publicly disclosed.

Name

Plaza Auto Group

Legal name

Plaza Auto Group

Website

https://plazaautogroup.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Plaza Auto Group is a privately held multi-brand automotive dealership group operating 12+ franchised rooftops across Ontario, Canada, representing 9 manufacturers with new and used vehicle sales, in-house financing, service, parts, and loyalty programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Richmond Hill

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices12 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Vehicle Sales: New, certified pre-owned, and used vehicle sales across 9 automotive brands. Revenue generated through vehicle markups over invoice pricing, dealer add-ons, and manufacturer incentives.
2. Auto Financing: In-house and partner financing services for vehicle purchases. Revenue from financing markups and referral fees from financial institutions.
3. Service and Parts: Maintenance, repair, and Genuine OEM parts sales across all brands. Revenue from labor rates, parts markup, and service packages.
4. Extended Warranties and Insurance: Sale of extended warranties, tire protection, and related insurance products. Revenue from warranty plan margins.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Plaza Auto Group is a multi-brand automotive dealership group that sells new, certified pre-owned, and used vehicles across 9 OEM brands (Kia, Jeep, Dodge, RAM, Volkswagen, Mazda, Subaru, Chrysler, and Nissan) at 12+ retail showrooms in Ontario, Canada. Beyond vehicle sales, the group provides in-house and partner auto financing, full-service maintenance and OEM parts, extended warranties, and a proprietary Plaza Plus loyalty program with lifetime discounts on parts, labor, and warranties. The group also offers online purchasing with valet delivery and a dedicated hybrid-electric vehicle inventory.

Product overview

Plaza Auto Group operates as a multi-brand automotive dealership network offering new, used, and certified pre-owned vehicle sales across 13 Ontario dealership locations representing Kia, Jeep, Dodge, RAM, Volkswagen, Mazda, Subaru, Chrysler, and Nissan brands. The company provides a comprehensive automotive ecosystem including vehicle sales, financing, maintenance services, and proprietary loyalty programs (Plaza Plus). Key offerings include the Plaza Plus Pre-Owned certification program, Plaza Premium Maintenance with complimentary oil changes, and Shop Online with Valet Delivery for remote purchasing. The group also maintains hybrid-electric and EV inventory with educational resources, serving as a one-stop-shop for vehicle acquisition, ownership, and servicing across multiple vehicle brands.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Plaza Plus: Pre-owned vehicle sales program with valet delivery service and buy-from-home capabilities
• Plaza Plus Loyalty Program
• Plaza Premium Maintenance

Products and services

• New Vehicle Sales Sale of brand-new vehicles from 9 OEM franchises at 12+ Ontario showroom locations, with transparent Market Value Pricing, in-house and partner financing, trade-in evaluation, and access to manufacturer programs and incentives. Targeted at individual consumers and small commercial buyers.
• Used and Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle Sales Sale of pre-owned and manufacturer-certified vehicles through the Plaza Plus Pre-owned location and other Plaza brand stores, with extensive 500+ vehicle inventory, competitive market-based pricing, and warranty options. Targeted at value-oriented individual consumers.
• Auto Financing Services Vehicle loan and lease financing solutions, including credit applications, lender matching, and approval processing through the dedicated GetAutoFinance.ca portal. Available to individual consumers and commercial buyers purchasing from any Plaza Auto Group dealership.
• Vehicle Service and Maintenance Scheduled maintenance, diagnostics, and repair services performed by certified technicians at every Plaza Auto Group dealership, using genuine OEM parts and the Plaza Premium Maintenance complimentary oil change program. Targeted at existing vehicle owners across all 9 represented brands.
• Genuine OEM Parts Sales Retail and wholesale sale of brand-specific Genuine OEM parts across Kia, Jeep, Dodge, RAM, Volkswagen, Mazda, Subaru, Chrysler, and Nissan, available at dealership parts counters. Targeted at service customers, body shops, and do-it-yourself owners.
• Sell or Trade-In Your Vehicle Online valuation and offer service for customers wanting to sell or trade in their current vehicle when purchasing from Plaza Auto Group, with direct integration into the new or used vehicle purchase flow. Targeted at individual consumers and commercial fleet offload.
• Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Sales Curated inventory of hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and fully electric vehicles across Kia, Nissan, Subaru, Volkswagen, and Mazda lineups, with supporting EV education content and an EV range calculator. Targeted at EV and hybrid consumers in Ontario.
• Shop Online with Valet Delivery End-to-end online vehicle purchase service under the Plaza Plus brand allowing customers to browse inventory, secure financing, complete paperwork, and take delivery of the vehicle at their home via valet delivery. Targeted at individual consumers preferring a remote buying experience.
• Collision Repair Services Collision and body shop repair services for accident-damaged vehicles, provided through the affiliated Harper's Collision facility. Targeted at vehicle owners needing post-accident bodywork, including customers of Plaza Auto Group dealerships.

Quantifiable outcome

• Community donations made with every vehicle purchase supporting local charitable causes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Solutions Medias 360 Inc.coreTechnology or IntegrationWebsite development and digital operations partner responsible for the Plaza Auto Group website platform and online retail infrastructure. Operates the website under the plazaautogroup.com domain.
• KiacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPrimary brand partner with multiple dealership locations (Bolton Kia, Cobourg Kia, Orillia Kia, Plaza Kia). Major revenue contributor with extensive EV lineup including EV4, EV5, EV6, EV9, Niro EV, and Sportage PHEV models.
• NissancoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBrand partner with locations in Orillia (Orillia Nissan) and Bracebridge (Muskoka Nissan). Offers Nissan EV lineup including Leaf and Ariya electric vehicles.
• JeepcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorJeep brand partner through Orillia Dodge location. Full Jeep lineup including Wrangler, Grand Cherokee, Cherokee, Compass, Gladiator, and new electric Recon and Wagoneer S models.
• VolkswagencoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVolkswagen brand partner at Orillia Volkswagen location. Offers VW EV options including ID.4 and ID. Buzz electric vehicles.
• SubarucoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSubaru brand partner at Subaru of Orillia. Offers Subaru's safety-focused lineup including Forester Hybrid, Crosstrek e-Boxer, and Solterra electric SUV.
• MazdacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMazda brand partner at Woodstock location (operated as Dubois Mazda). Features Skyactiv technology lineup including CX-90 and CX-70 plug-in hybrid models.
• DodgecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDodge brand partner at Orillia Dodge location. Full Dodge performance lineup including Charger, Durango, Hornet with PHEV option.
• RAMcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRAM truck brand partner through Hwy 11 Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram SRT location. Full RAM truck lineup including 1500, 2500, and 3500 heavy-duty trucks.
• ChryslercoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorChrysler brand partner through Hwy 11 RAM location. Pacifica minivan and Grand Caravan offerings with Pacifica Hybrid plug-in option.
• GetAutoFinance.cacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIn-house auto financing platform providing loan application processing and financial services for vehicle purchases within the Plaza Auto Group network.
• Harper's CollisionminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerCollision repair and body shop service partner for vehicle collision repairs and accident-related services.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• AutoCanada: Public Canadian multi-brand automotive dealership group operating 80+ franchised dealerships across Canada and the U.S. Most directly comparable peer: same multi-brand OEM dealership model, same Canadian market, and an explicit roll-up strategy that Plaza could emulate or be acquired by.
• Holman Automotive: Privately held North American dealer and fleet services group with Canadian retail operations. Comparable as a multi-brand franchised dealer group operating in Ontario, with similar fleet/commercial customer exposure.
• Dilawri Group of Companies: One of Canada's largest privately held dealer groups with dealerships across Ontario, Quebec, BC, and Alberta. Closest direct competitor for Ontario retail share, overlapping brand representation, and similar multi-brand multi-rooftop operating model.
• Pfaff Automotive Partners: Canadian multi-brand dealer group with strong presence in Ontario and Western Canada, representing many of the same OEMs as Plaza (Volkswagen, Subaru, Audi, BMW). Comparable in scale, multi-brand approach, and Canadian geographic focus.

Broad incumbents

• Lithia Motors: Largest U.S. auto retailer with 300+ stores across the U.S. and U.K. representing many of the same OEMs (Kia, Subaru, VW, Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep/RAM). Useful as a public benchmark for dealer-group economics, omnichannel strategy, and roll-up M&A multiples.
• Asbury Automotive Group: U.S. franchised dealer group with 150+ dealerships across Sun Belt states. Comparable revenue mix (new, used, F&I, parts and service) and brand-portfolio approach; useful public comparable for service absorption rates.
• Group 1 Automotive: U.S. and U.K. franchised dealer group with 200+ dealerships. Overlaps with Plaza's brand mix (Kia, Toyota, Honda, BMW) and offers a public-market read on multi-brand dealer operating margins and acquisition strategy.
• CarMax: Largest U.S. used vehicle retailer with a no-haggle, fixed-price model. Directly comparable to Plaza's Plaza Plus Pre-Owned / Market Value Pricing / Valet Delivery concept — a public proxy for the used-vehicle, fixed-price experience Plaza is building out.
• AutoNation: Largest U.S. auto retailer by revenue, public, with 250+ stores. Comparable multi-brand franchised model with similar F&I and service revenue streams; a public-market proxy for what a scaled, mature Plaza could look like.

Emerging players

• Clutch: Canadian online-only used car retailer offering home delivery across Canada. Adjacent competitive threat to Plaza's valet delivery and used-vehicle business; useful comparable for digital-first dealer economics.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries15 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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