Michigan Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Michigan? We analyzed 1,361 verified OTD quotes from 458 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of August 2026, the average doc fee at 385 rated Michigan dealers is $293, $107 below the national average, based on 1,361 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Aug 17, 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 51 states we track, at $293.
- 313 of 458 rated Michigan dealers earned an A for transparency; 57 earned a D or F.
- Maple Hill Auto Group in Kalamazoo is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 4 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Michigan range from $15 to $3,016 — Williams Subaru charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Michigan is accessories, appearing on 56% of itemized quotes at an average of $815.
Michigan Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Michigan
The most transparent dealers in Michigan, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Maple Hill Auto Group
Kalamazoo, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesLasco Ford
Fenton, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesLunghamer Chevrolet GMC
Troy, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesArt Moehn Chevrolet
Chelsea, MIChelsea, MI
Art Moehn Honda
Jackson, MIJackson, MI
Imlay City Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Imlay City, MIImlay City, MI
Jefferson Chevrolet Co
Detroit, MIDetroit, MI
My Nissan Of Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids, MIGrand Rapids, MI
Jim Riehl's Friendly Cadillac Honda
Clinton Township, MIClinton Township, MI
Jim Stykemain Chevrolet GMC
Sturgis, MISturgis, MI
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Highest Doc Fees in Michigan
These Michigan dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $293.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Williams Subaru | $798 | 11 |
| 2 | Bowman Chevrolet | $703 | 3 |
| 3 | Riverside Toyota | $699 | 5 |
| 4 | Genesis | $490 | 4 |
| 5 | Cook Chevrolet | $390 | 10 |
| 6 | Serra Honda Grandville | $388 | 16 |
| 7 | Zeigler Ford Of Plainwell | $378 | 5 |
| 8 | Suburban Chevrolet | $350 | 4 |
| 9 | Burt Watson Chevrolet Reese | $345 | 4 |
| 10 | Matick Toyota | $335 | 9 |
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 65/100 | $280 | 3 |
| Garber Buick Company | C 74/100 | $304 | 3 |
| Denooyer Chevy | C 76/100 | $280 | 3 |
| Bowman Chevrolet | C 78/100 | $703 | 3 |
| Hodges Imported Cars, Inc. | C 79/100 | $280 | 5 |
| Crown Toyota | B 80/100 | $280 | 5 |
| Crippen | B 80/100 | $280 | 6 |
| Riverside Toyota | B 80/100 | $699 | 5 |
| Williams Subaru | B 80/100 | $798 | 11 |
| Shea Automotive Group | B 81/100 | $280 | 4 |
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
57 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Chevrolet
54 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Dodge
37 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Jeep
36 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
GMC
33 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
Chrysler
33 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Ram
33 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
Toyota
22 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Honda
21 dealers · Avg score: 93/100
Buick
17 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
Lincoln
13 dealers · Avg score: 95/100
Kia
13 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
Cadillac
12 dealers · Avg score: 92/100
Nissan
10 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Mazda
9 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
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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 August 2026, the average documentation fee in Michigan is $293, based on 1,361 verified out-the-door quotes from 385 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $107 below the $400 national average.
Which Michigan dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Williams Subaru charges the highest verified doc fee in Michigan at $798. Doc fees across the state range from $15 to $3,016.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Michigan?
Maple Hill Auto Group in Kalamazoo is the highest-rated dealer in Michigan with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 4 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. 313 of 458 rated Michigan dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.