Best Car Dealers in Michigan
As of August 2026, CarEdge grades 429 of 1810 Michigan car dealers from 1,292 verified out-the-door quotes. Michigan's average doc fee is $296.
289 of 429 rated Michigan dealers earn an A · 61 earn a D or F
Data updated Aug 4, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Great Lakes State
Michigan's dealer grade: B
85/100 average transparency score
41st highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 429 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 1810 dealers →Kia Of Canton
Canton, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 13 verified quotes
See the quotesSuburban Mazda Of Farmington Hills
Farmington Hills, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 9 verified quotes
See the quotesNorthgate Ford
Port Huron, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesGenesis Of Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo, MIKalamazoo, MI
Sesi Lincoln
Ann Arbor, MIAnn Arbor, MI
Kia Of Jackson
Jackson, MIJackson, MI
Todd Wenzel Chevrolet
Hudsonville, MIHudsonville, MI
Jim Stykemain Chevrolet GMC
Sturgis, MISturgis, MI
Select Auto Group
Grand Rapids, MIGrand Rapids, MI
Preferred Ford Of Grand Haven
Grand Haven, MIGrand Haven, MI
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Zeigler Nissan Of Holland
Holland, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Lansing Auto Connection
Lansing, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Extreme Dodge/Dodge Truck
Jackson, MI · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Encore Motor Cars
Grand Rapids, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Champion Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram Of Brighton
Brighton, MI · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Hts Llc
Hudsonville, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Fox Grand Traverse
Traverse City, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Fox Grand Traverse Ford
Traverse City, MI · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Extreme Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram
Jackson, MI · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Art Moehn Honda
Jackson, MI · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Comodo Motors
Caledonia, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Fox Greenville GMC
Greenville, MI · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Lafontaine Ford Birch Run
Birch Run, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Audi Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Rombaugh's Auto Sales
Battle Creek, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
The Hertz Corporation
Trenton, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Fox Reed City
Reed City, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Jim Winter Automotive Group
Jackson, MI · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Jim Riehl's Friendly Honda
Clinton Township, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Subaru Of Grand Blanc
Grand Blanc, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
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Michigan doc fee law
Michigan caps doc fees at 5% of the vehicle price up to a dollar limit the state adjusts periodically (roughly $260). Michigan quotes above that level deserve a second look.
Michigan Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Michigan?
As of August 2026, the average documentation fee at 362 rated Michigan dealers is $296, based on 1,292 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. State law caps Michigan doc fees at approximately $260.
Who are the best car dealers in Michigan?
Kia Of Canton, Suburban Mazda Of Farmington Hills, Northgate Ford lead the Michigan transparency rankings. 289 of 429 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 $296. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 73% 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.