Best Car Dealers in Michigan
As of September 2026, CarEdge grades 552 of 1843 Michigan car dealers from 1,358 verified out-the-door quotes. Michigan's average doc fee is $295.
365 of 552 rated Michigan dealers earn an A · 109 earn a D or F
Data updated Sep 26, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Great Lakes State
Michigan's dealer grade: B
85/100 average transparency score
42nd highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 552 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 1843 dealers →Art Moehn Auto Group
Jackson, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 50 verified quotes
See the quotesFox Mazda
Grand Rapids, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 14 verified quotes
See the quotesLafontaine
Ann Arbor, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 13 verified quotes
See the quotesFox Hyundai Kia
Grand Rapids, MIGrand Rapids, MI
Suburban Mazda Of Farmington Hills
Farmington Hills, MIFarmington Hills, MI
Germain Honda Of Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MIAnn Arbor, MI
Tamaroff Honda
Southfield, MISouthfield, MI
Cook Chevrolet
Vassar, MIVassar, MI
Borgman Ford / Mazda
Grandville, MIGrandville, MI
Heidebreicht Chevrolet
Washington, MIWashington, MI
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Bob Maxey Ford Detroit
Detroit, MI · 3 verified quotes
Elder Hyundai
Macomb, MI · 3 verified quotes
Genesis Of Commerce
West Bloomfield Township, MI · 3 verified quotes
Grand Blanc Mitsubishi
Grand Blanc Township, MI · 3 verified quotes
Jefferson Chevrolet Co
Detroit, MI · 3 verified quotes
Knapp Motors
Blissfield, MI · 3 verified quotes
Lafontaine Kia Ann Arbor
Ypsilanti, MI · 3 verified quotes
Lafontaine Mitsubishi Dearborn
Dearborn, MI · 3 verified quotes
Lasco Ford
Fenton, MI · 3 verified quotes
Lunghamer Chevrolet GMC
Troy, MI · 3 verified quotes
Maple Hill Auto Group
Kalamazoo, MI · 3 verified quotes
My Nissan Of Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids, MI · 3 verified quotes
Preferred Ford Of Grand Haven
Grand Haven, MI · 3 verified quotes
Pure Honda Ferndale
Ferndale, MI · 3 verified quotes
Serra Buick GMC Cadillac
Washington, MI · 3 verified quotes
Snethkamp CDJR Of Midland Inc
Midland, MI · 3 verified quotes
Troy Honda
Troy, MI · 3 verified quotes
Zeigler Hyundai Of Holland
Holland, MI · 3 verified quotes
Meade Lexus Of Southfield
Southfield, MI · 8 verified quotes
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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 September 2026, the average documentation fee at 457 rated Michigan dealers is $295, based on 1,358 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 Auto Group, Fox Mazda, Lafontaine lead the Michigan transparency rankings. 365 of 552 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 $295. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 78% 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.