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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Frank Beck Chevrolet
Jonesville, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Lafontaine Chevrolet Dexter
Dexter, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Hess Automotive Llc
Reese, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Golling Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Chelsea
Chelsea, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
My Volkswagen Of North Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids, MI · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Jeffrey Honda
Roseville, MI · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Garber Ford Bay City
Bay City, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Levalley Chevrolet GMC
Benton Harbor, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Sam Adams Motors Llc
Cedar Springs, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Monster Motors - Michigan Center
Jackson, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Seelye
Battle Creek, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Lafontaine Buick GMC Dearborn
Dearborn, MI · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Auto Brite Used Cars Inc
Saginaw, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Northland Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Oak Park, MI · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Dowagiac Auto Service & Sales
Dowagiac, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Audi Of Macomb
Macomb, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
BMW Of Traverse City
Traverse City, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Baker GMC Of Alma
Alma, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Northpointe Motors
Kalkaska, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Sam Adams Motors
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Dealers by City in Michigan
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.