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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Genesis Cadillac Inc.
St. Clair Shores, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Cowboy Motors
Springfield, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Genesis Chevrolet
Eastpointe, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Bill Brown Ford
Livonia, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Champion Cueter Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram
Ypsilanti, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
BMW Of Traverse City
Traverse City, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Bell Wasik
Caro, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Fox Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Grand Rapids, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Brookfield Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram
Benton Harbor, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Great Lakes Ford Lincoln
Muskegon, MI · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Crest Ford Center Line
Center Line, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Battle Creek Honda
Springfield, MI · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Fernelius Toyota
Cheboygan, MI · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Dean Arbour Ford Of Tawas
Tawas City, MI · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Hank Graff Chevrolet Davison
Davison, MI · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Capital Honda
Okemos, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Golling Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Chelsea
Chelsea, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Garber Ford Bay City
Bay City, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Hts Llc
Hudsonville, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Denooyer Ford
Vicksburg, 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 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.