Best Car Dealers in Michigan
As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 560 of 1870 Michigan car dealers from 1,389 verified out-the-door quotes. Michigan's average doc fee is $293.
371 of 560 rated Michigan dealers earn an A · 111 earn a D or F
Data updated Oct 1, 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 560 dealers with verified quotes.
CarEdge Certified dealers in Michigan
These dealers guarantee an all-in out-the-door price up front and no surprise add-ons.
- A100/1002026
Art Moehn Auto Group
Jackson, MI
51 verified quotes$280doc feeNo add-ons - A100/1002026
Seelye Kia of Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo, MI
2 verified quotes$280doc feeNo add-ons - A100/1002026
Seelye Kia of Battle Creek
Battle Creek, MI
1 verified quote$280doc feeNo add-ons - A100/1002026
Seelye Ford of Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo, MI
1 verified quote$280doc feeNo add-ons
Verified every month by CarEdge. The grade behind the badge is earned, never bought. Certification never changes a dealer's grade or ranking.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 1870 dealers →Art Moehn Auto Group
CarEdge CertifiedJackson, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 51 verified quotes
See the quotesFox Mazda
Grand Rapids, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 15 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
Heidebreicht Chevrolet
Washington, MIWashington, MI
Borgman Ford / Mazda
Grandville, MIGrandville, MI
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More Dealers in Michigan
Empire Motors of Lansing
Lansing, MI
Encore Auto
Niles, MI
Enterprise Car Sales Farmington Hills
Farmington Hills, MI
Enterprise Car Sales Kentwood
Kentwood, MI
Enterprise Car Sales Warren
Warren, MI
Envy Auto Group
Troy, MI
Era Chevrolet
Norway, MI
Everything Auto
Hudsonville, MI
Excel Auto Sales LLC
Kawkawlin, MI
Exeter Auto Group
Detroit, MI
Exeter Auto Group
Redford Charter Township, MI
Express Auto
Springfield, MI
Expressway Auto Auction
Howard City, MI
F & M Auto Sales
Detroit, MI
F&m Auto Sales
Detroit, MI
Fab Auto Inc
Roseville, MI
Faithful Cars Auto Sales
North Branch, MI
Family Auto Sales LLC
Fenton, MI
Farmington Financial LLC
Farmington Hills, MI
Farmingtons Finest Used Cars Inc
Farmington, MI
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 October 2026, the average documentation fee at 461 rated Michigan dealers is $293, based on 1,389 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. 371 of 560 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 $293. 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.