Michigan Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Michigan? We analyzed 1,211 verified OTD quotes from 399 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of July 2026, the average doc fee at 337 rated Michigan dealers is $299, $101 below the national average, based on 1,211 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Jul 28, 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.
Key Findings
- Michigan has the 41st-highest average doc fee of the 50 states we track, at $299.
- 268 of 399 rated Michigan dealers earned an A for transparency; 55 earned a D or F.
- Art Moehn Chevrolet in Jackson is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 55 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Michigan range from $15 to $3,016 — Genesis charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Michigan is accessories, appearing on 56% of itemized quotes at an average of $784.
Michigan Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Michigan
The most transparent dealers in Michigan, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Art Moehn Chevrolet
Jackson, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 55 verified quotes
See the quotesBaker Auto Group
Hudsonville, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesBetten
Grand Rapids, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesCole Buick GMC
Portage, MIPortage, MI
Denooyer Chevrolet
Kalamazoo, MIKalamazoo, MI
Dodgejeep Snethkamp
Midland, MIMidland, MI
Ed Rinke
Center Line, MICenter Line, MI
Elder Hyundai
Macomb, MIMacomb, MI
Feldman CDJR Of Clarkston
City of the Village of Clarkston, MICity of the Village of Clarkston, MI
Fischer Honda
Ypsilanti, MIYpsilanti, MI
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Highest Doc Fees in Michigan
These Michigan dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $299.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Genesis | $490 | 4 |
| 2 | Serra Honda Grandville | $388 | 16 |
| 3 | Zeigler Ford Of Plainwell | $378 | 5 |
| 4 | Suburban Chevrolet | $350 | 4 |
| 5 | Burt Watson Chevrolet Reese | $345 | 4 |
| 6 | Matick Toyota | $335 | 9 |
| 7 | Borgman Ford / Mazda | $304 | 5 |
| 8 | Metro Toyota | $304 | 8 |
| 9 | Spartan Toyota | $304 | 6 |
| 10 | Pure Honda Ferndale | $304 | 4 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Michigan
These Michigan dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Of Ann Arbor | D 65.1/100 | $280 | 3 |
| Denooyer Chevy | D 66.5/100 | $280 | 3 |
| Suburban Toyota Of Farmington Hills | C 73/100 | $280 | 8 |
| Garber Buick Company | C 73.9/100 | $304 | 3 |
| Hodges Imported Cars, Inc. | C 79/100 | $280 | 5 |
| Crippen | B 80.3/100 | $280 | 6 |
| Shea Automotive Group | B 80.5/100 | $280 | 4 |
| Subaru Of Ann Arbor | B 80.8/100 | $280 | 10 |
| Suburban Cadillac Of Plymouth | B 82/100 | $280 | 6 |
| Glassman | B 82/100 | $280 | 3 |
Most Common Add-ons in Michigan
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Michigan, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Michigan
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Michigan?
Ford
53 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
Chevrolet
48 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Dodge
35 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Jeep
35 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Chrysler
32 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
GMC
30 dealers · Avg score: 95/100
Ram
30 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Honda
19 dealers · Avg score: 93/100
Toyota
16 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
Buick
15 dealers · Avg score: 92/100
Lincoln
12 dealers · Avg score: 94/100
Kia
11 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Cadillac
11 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
Nissan
9 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Mazda
8 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
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How Michigan compares to its neighbors
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Michigan Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Michigan?
As of July 2026, the average documentation fee in Michigan is $299, based on 1,211 verified out-the-door quotes from 337 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $101 below the $400 national average.
Which Michigan dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Genesis charges the highest verified doc fee in Michigan at $490. Doc fees across the state range from $15 to $3,016.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Michigan?
Art Moehn Chevrolet in Jackson is the highest-rated dealer in Michigan with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 55 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Michigan?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Michigan dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 268 of 399 rated Michigan dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.