Michigan Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Michigan? We analyzed 932 verified OTD quotes from 298 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of July 2026, the average doc fee at 298 rated Michigan dealers is $293, $107 below the national average, based on 932 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Jul 7, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Great Lakes State
Michigan's dealer grade: B
86/100 average transparency score
40th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Michigan has the 40th-highest average doc fee of the 53 states we track, at $293.
- 196 of 298 rated Michigan dealers earned an A for transparency; 32 earned a D or F.
- Art Moehn Chevrolet in Jackson is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 41 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Michigan range from $0 to $3,016 — Suburban Mazda Of Farmington Hills charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Michigan is accessories, appearing on 63% of itemized quotes at an average of $810.
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 · 41 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 quotesBorgman Ford / Mazda
Grandville, MIGrandville, MI
Cole Buick GMC
Portage, MIPortage, MI
Denooyer Chevrolet
Kalamazoo, MIKalamazoo, MI
Ed Rinke
Center Line, MICenter Line, MI
Elder Hyundai
Macomb, MIMacomb, MI
Fox Hyundai Kia
Kentwood, MIKentwood, MI
Genesis Of Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo, MIKalamazoo, 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 | Suburban Mazda Of Farmington Hills | $527 | 8 |
| 2 | Genesis | $490 | 4 |
| 3 | Brown Honda | $387 | 6 |
| 4 | Suburban Chevrolet | $350 | 4 |
| 5 | Zeigler Ford Of Plainwell | $339 | 5 |
| 6 | Borgman Ford / Mazda | $304 | 3 |
| 7 | Spartan Toyota | $304 | 6 |
| 8 | Pure Honda Ferndale | $304 | 4 |
| 9 | Fox Kia North | $304 | 10 |
| 10 | Garber Buick Company | $304 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suburban Toyota Of Farmington Hills | C 72.6/100 | $175 | 8 |
| Garber Buick Company | C 74.1/100 | $304 | 3 |
| Denooyer Chevy | C 79/100 | $280 | 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 |
| Sunshine Toyota | B 81.3/100 | $0 | 3 |
| Lafontaine Subaru Commerce | B 82/100 | $280 | 6 |
| Glassman | B 82/100 | $280 | 3 |
| Suburban Cadillac Of Plymouth | B 82/100 | $280 | 6 |
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
37 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
Chevrolet
33 dealers · Avg score: 90/100
Dodge
27 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Jeep
27 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Chrysler
26 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Ram
24 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
GMC
18 dealers · Avg score: 95/100
Honda
16 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Toyota
15 dealers · Avg score: 92/100
Lincoln
11 dealers · Avg score: 95/100
Kia
9 dealers · Avg score: 98/100
Buick
8 dealers · Avg score: 90/100
Cadillac
8 dealers · Avg score: 93/100
Hyundai
7 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Nissan
7 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
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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 $293, based on 932 verified out-the-door quotes from 298 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $107 below the $400 national average.
Which Michigan dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Suburban Mazda Of Farmington Hills charges the highest verified doc fee in Michigan at $527. Doc fees across the state range from $0 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 41 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. 196 of 298 rated Michigan dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.