Best Car Dealers in Michigan

As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 570 of 1857 Michigan car dealers from 1,419 verified out-the-door quotes. Michigan's average doc fee is $294.

375 of 570 rated Michigan dealers earn an A · 114 earn a D or F

Data updated Oct 7, 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 570 dealers with verified quotes.

$294
Avg Doc Fee
78%
No Add-ons
85/100
Avg Score
1,419
Verified Quotes

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Suburban Cadillac of Plymouth

Plymouth, MI · 5 verified quotes

$280doc fee$319add-ons
B
86/100
Above average
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My Lakeshore Subaru

Nunica, MI · 22 verified quotes

$280doc fee$136add-ons
B
85/100
Above average
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Prestige Cadillac

Warren, MI · 5 verified quotes

$280doc fee$558add-ons
B
85/100
Above average
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Lafontaine Lincoln Flushing

Flint, MI · 3 verified quotes

$280doc fee$903add-ons
B
85/100
Above average
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Suburban Hyundai

Troy, MI · 5 verified quotes

$280doc fee$529add-ons
B
84/100
Above average
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Lafontaine Ford Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids, MI · 4 verified quotes

$280doc fee$1,817add-ons
B
83/100
Above average
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Serra Mazda Brighton

Brighton, MI · 11 verified quotes

$280doc fee$705add-ons
B
82/100
Above average
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Riverside Toyota

Escanaba, MI · 6 verified quotes

$699doc fee$117add-ons
B
82/100
Above average
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Genesis

Macomb, MI · 3 verified quotes

$899doc feeNo add-ons
B
82/100
Above average
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Glassman

Southfield, MI · 3 verified quotes

$280doc fee$100add-ons
B
82/100
Above average
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Williams Subaru

Lansing, MI · 13 verified quotes

$798doc fee$151add-ons
B
81/100
Above average
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Todd Wenzel Chevrolet of Hudsonville

Hudsonville, MI · 3 verified quotes

$280doc fee$1,531add-ons
B
81/100
Above average
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Graff Chevrolet

Sandusky, MI · 13 verified quotes

$225doc fee$1,658add-ons
B
80/100
Above average
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Bowman Chevrolet

City of the Village of Clarkston, MI · 3 verified quotes

$703doc fee$133add-ons
C
78/100
Average
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Crestview Cadillac

Rochester, MI · 3 verified quotes

$530doc fee$578add-ons
C
78/100
Average
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Suburban Cadillac of Troy

Troy, MI · 4 verified quotes

$280doc fee$509add-ons
C
76/100
Average
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Allen Chevrolet - Mi

Monroe, MI · 3 verified quotes

$270doc fee$66add-ons
C
71/100
Average
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75 North Auto Sales

Flint, MI · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$280doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Art Moehn Honda

Jackson, MI · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$280doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Bierlein Moore

Sebewaing, MI · 2 verified quotesLimited data

$280doc feeNo add-ons
A
100/100
Highly transparent
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Michigan doc fee law

Michigan law caps dealer documentation fees at approximately $280. A doc fee above that level on a Michigan quote is worth challenging before you sign.

Michigan Dealer FAQ

What is the average dealer doc fee in Michigan?

As of October 2026, the average documentation fee at 468 rated Michigan dealers is $294, based on 1,419 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. State law caps Michigan doc fees at approximately $280.

Who are the best car dealers in Michigan?

Art Moehn Auto Group, Fox Mazda, Lafontaine lead the Michigan transparency rankings. 375 of 570 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: 78% 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.