Best Car Dealers in Michigan
As of August 2026, CarEdge grades 487 of 1822 Michigan car dealers from 1,420 verified out-the-door quotes. Michigan's average doc fee is $288.
350 of 487 rated Michigan dealers earn an A · 52 earn a D or F
Data updated Aug 24, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Great Lakes State
Michigan's dealer grade: B
86/100 average transparency score
41st highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 487 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 1822 dealers →Art Moehn Chevrolet
Chelsea, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 56 verified quotes
See the quotesTamaroff Honda
Southfield, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 20 verified quotes
See the quotesLafontaine
Ann Arbor, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 18 verified quotes
See the quotesFox Hyundai Kia
Kentwood, MIKentwood, MI
Imlay City Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Imlay City, MIImlay City, MI
Kia Of Canton
Canton, MICanton, MI
Fischer Honda
Ypsilanti, MIYpsilanti, MI
Germain Honda Of Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MIAnn Arbor, MI
Williams Autoworld
Lansing, MILansing, MI
Suburban Mazda Of Farmington Hills
Farmington Hills, MIFarmington Hills, MI
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More Dealers in Michigan
Henkel Chrysler Jeep Dodge
Springfield, MI · 8 verified quotes
Betten
Grand Rapids, MI · 6 verified quotes
Borgman Ford / Mazda
Grandville, MI · 6 verified quotes
Heidebreicht Chevrolet
Washington, MI · 6 verified quotes
Kia Of Jackson
Jackson, MI · 6 verified quotes
Baker Auto Group
Coopersville, MI · 5 verified quotes
Cole Buick GMC
Portage, MI · 5 verified quotes
Denooyer Chevrolet
Kalamazoo, MI · 5 verified quotes
Harvey Lexus Of Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids, MI · 5 verified quotes
Jefferson Chevrolet Co
Detroit, MI · 5 verified quotes
Baker Dodge Jeep Ram Of Cadillac Michigan
Cadillac, MI · 4 verified quotes
Boucher Group
Flint, MI · 4 verified quotes
Cole Chry-Jeep-Dodge Llc
Marshall, MI · 4 verified quotes
Elder Hyundai
Macomb, MI · 4 verified quotes
Feldman CDJR Of Clarkston
City of the Village of Clarkston, MI · 4 verified quotes
Grand Blanc Mitsubishi
Grand Blanc Township, MI · 4 verified quotes
Jim Riehl's Friendly Cadillac Honda
Clinton Township, MI · 4 verified quotes
Lafontaine Ford Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids, MI · 4 verified quotes
Lafontaine Honda Dearborn
Dearborn, MI · 4 verified quotes
Maple Hill Auto Group
Kalamazoo, MI · 4 verified quotes
Dealers by City in Michigan
Michigan doc fee law
Michigan law caps dealer documentation fees at approximately $280. A doc fee above that level on a Michigan quote is worth challenging before you sign.
Michigan Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Michigan?
As of August 2026, the average documentation fee at 406 rated Michigan dealers is $288, based on 1,420 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. State law caps Michigan doc fees at approximately $280.
Who are the best car dealers in Michigan?
Art Moehn Chevrolet, Tamaroff Honda, Lafontaine lead the Michigan transparency rankings. 350 of 487 rated Michigan dealers earned an A grade for fair fees, minimal add-ons, and honest pricing.
How are Michigan 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 Michigan quotes are verified.
How Michigan 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 Michigan
- Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in Michigan is $288. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 77% of dealers in Michigan 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.