Michigan Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Michigan? We analyzed 1,545 verified OTD quotes from 512 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of September 2026, the average doc fee at 430 rated Michigan dealers is $288, $116 below the national average, based on 1,545 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Sep 6, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Great Lakes State
Michigan's dealer grade: B
87/100 average transparency score
41st highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Michigan has the 41st-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $288.
- 372 of 512 rated Michigan dealers earned an A for transparency; 50 earned a D or F.
- Lafontaine Mitsubishi Dearborn in Dearborn is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 3 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Michigan range from $3 to $3,016 — Williams Subaru charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Michigan is accessories, appearing on 45% of itemized quotes at an average of $803.
Michigan Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Michigan
The most transparent dealers in Michigan, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Lafontaine Mitsubishi Dearborn
Dearborn, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesKia Of Canton
Canton, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 13 verified quotes
See the quotesKia Of Jackson
Jackson, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesKnapp Motors
Blissfield, MIBlissfield, MI
Lafontaine
Ann Arbor, MIAnn Arbor, MI
Lafontaine Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Okemos
Okemos, MIOkemos, MI
Lafontaine Honda Dearborn
Dearborn, MIDearborn, MI
Maple Hill Auto Group
Kalamazoo, MIKalamazoo, MI
Lafontaine Kia Ann Arbor
Ypsilanti, MIYpsilanti, MI
Lunghamer Chevrolet GMC
Troy, MITroy, MI
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Highest Doc Fees in Michigan
These Michigan dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $288.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Williams Subaru | $798 | 11 |
| 2 | Riverside Toyota | $716 | 6 |
| 3 | Bowman Chevrolet | $703 | 3 |
| 4 | Genesis | $490 | 4 |
| 5 | Cook Chevrolet | $390 | 10 |
| 6 | Serra Honda Grandville | $388 | 17 |
| 7 | Zeigler Ford Of Plainwell | $378 | 5 |
| 8 | Suburban Chevrolet | $350 | 4 |
| 9 | Hodges Subaru | $345 | 5 |
| 10 | Burt Watson Chevrolet In Reese, Mi | $345 | 3 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hines Park Ford | D 60/100 | $280 | 5 |
| Toyota Of Ann Arbor | D 66/100 | $280 | 3 |
| Hodges Imported Cars, Inc. | C 79/100 | $280 | 5 |
| Williams Subaru | B 80/100 | $798 | 11 |
| Crippen | B 80/100 | $280 | 6 |
| Prestige Cadillac | B 80/100 | $280 | 6 |
| Crown Toyota | B 80/100 | $280 | 5 |
| Shea Automotive Group | B 81/100 | $280 | 4 |
| Riverside Toyota | B 81/100 | $716 | 6 |
| Bowman Chevrolet | B 81/100 | $703 | 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?
Chevrolet
63 dealers · Avg score: 90/100
Ford
62 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Dodge
44 dealers · Avg score: 90/100
Jeep
43 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Chrysler
40 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Ram
40 dealers · Avg score: 90/100
GMC
37 dealers · Avg score: 93/100
Toyota
23 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Honda
21 dealers · Avg score: 93/100
Buick
18 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Kia
14 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Lincoln
14 dealers · Avg score: 95/100
Cadillac
13 dealers · Avg score: 93/100
Hyundai
12 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Nissan
12 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
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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 September 2026, the average documentation fee in Michigan is $288, based on 1,545 verified out-the-door quotes from 430 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $116 below the $404 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 $3 to $3,016.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Michigan?
Lafontaine Mitsubishi Dearborn in Dearborn is the highest-rated dealer in Michigan with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 3 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. 372 of 512 rated Michigan dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.