Best Car Dealers in Michigan
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 408 of 1801 Michigan car dealers from 1,241 verified out-the-door quotes. Michigan's average doc fee is $294.
274 of 408 rated Michigan dealers earn an A · 58 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 30, 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 408 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 1801 dealers →Betten
Grand Rapids, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesBoucher Group
Flint, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesCole Buick GMC
Portage, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesEd Rinke
Center Line, MICenter Line, MI
Fox Ann Arbor Hyundai
Ann Arbor, MIAnn Arbor, MI
Genesis Of Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo, MIKalamazoo, MI
Fox Hyundai Kia
Kentwood, MIKentwood, MI
Baker Auto Group
Hudsonville, MIHudsonville, MI
Elder Hyundai
Macomb, MIMacomb, MI
Imlay City Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Imlay City, MIImlay City, MI
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Crest Lincoln
Sterling Heights, MI · 4 verified quotes
Shaheen
Detroit, MI · 4 verified quotes
Graff
Meridian charter Township, MI · 4 verified quotes
Meade Lexus Of Lakeside
Utica, MI · 50 verified quotes
My Lakeshore Subaru
Nunica, MI · 14 verified quotes
Randy Wise Toyota
Grand Blanc, MI · 6 verified quotes
Snethkamp Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Redford
Redford Charter Township, MI · 4 verified quotes
Al Serra Auto Plaza
Grand Blanc, MI · 4 verified quotes
Serra Buick GMC Cadillac
Washington, MI · 4 verified quotes
Dorrance Ford
Galesburg, MI · 7 verified quotes
Serra Honda Grandville
Grandville, MI · 16 verified quotes
Fox Ann Arbor Acura
Ann Arbor, MI · 7 verified quotes
Feldman Kia Of Novi
Novi, MI · 11 verified quotes
Genesis
Macomb, MI · 4 verified quotes
Lafontaine Lincoln Flushing
Flint, MI · 3 verified quotes
Cook Chevrolet
Vassar, MI · 10 verified quotes
Glassman Southfield
Southfield, MI · 3 verified quotes
Victory Honda Monroe
Monroe, MI · 5 verified quotes
Matick Toyota
Macomb, MI · 9 verified quotes
Lakeshore Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram
Montague, MI · 3 verified quotes
Dealers by City in Michigan
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 July 2026, the average documentation fee at 343 rated Michigan dealers is $294, based on 1,241 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, Boucher Group, Cole Buick GMC lead the Michigan transparency rankings. 274 of 408 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 $294. 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.