Best Car Dealers in Michigan
As of August 2026, CarEdge grades 429 of 1811 Michigan car dealers from 1,290 verified out-the-door quotes. Michigan's average doc fee is $296.
288 of 429 rated Michigan dealers earn an A · 62 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 1811 dealers →Betten
Grand Rapids, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesBaker Dodge Jeep Ram Of Cadillac Michigan
Cadillac, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesArt Moehn Chevrolet
Chelsea, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 56 verified quotes
See the quotesFischer Honda
Ypsilanti, MIYpsilanti, MI
Dodgejeep Snethkamp
Midland, MIMidland, MI
Elder Hyundai
Macomb, MIMacomb, MI
Cole Buick GMC
Portage, MIPortage, MI
Boucher Group
Flint, MIFlint, MI
Ed Rinke
Center Line, MICenter Line, MI
Cole Chry-Jeep-Dodge Llc
Marshall, MIMarshall, MI
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More Dealers in Michigan
Shea Automotive Group
Flint, MI · 4 verified quotes
Riverside Toyota
Escanaba, MI · 5 verified quotes
Crippen
Lansing, MI · 6 verified quotes
Williams Subaru
Lansing, MI · 11 verified quotes
Hodges Imported Cars, Inc.
Ferndale, MI · 5 verified quotes
Bowman Chevrolet
City of the Village of Clarkston, MI · 3 verified quotes
Garber Buick Company
Saginaw, MI · 3 verified quotes
Denooyer Chevy
Holland, MI · 3 verified quotes
Toyota Of Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI · 3 verified quotes
Seelye
Battle Creek, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
616 Motors
Georgetown Township, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Frank Beck Chevrolet
Jonesville, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Fox Greenville GMC
Greenville, MI · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Fox Marquette Chevrolet
Marquette, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Extreme Dodge/Dodge Truck
Jackson, MI · 2 verified quotesLimited data
European Autohaus L.L.C.
Holland, MI · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Baker GMC Of Alma
Alma, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
European Autohaus
Holland, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Hess Automotive Llc
Reese, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Demaagd
Battle Creek, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
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 361 rated Michigan dealers is $296, based on 1,290 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?
Betten, Baker Dodge Jeep Ram Of Cadillac Michigan, Art Moehn Chevrolet lead the Michigan transparency rankings. 288 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.