Best Car Dealers in Michigan
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 409 of 1801 Michigan car dealers from 1,250 verified out-the-door quotes. Michigan's average doc fee is $295.
276 of 409 rated Michigan dealers earn an A · 57 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 409 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 1801 dealers →Kia Of Canton
Canton, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 13 verified quotes
See the quotesJefferson Chevrolet Co
Detroit, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesJim Stykemain Chevrolet GMC
Sturgis, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesBoucher Group
Flint, MIFlint, MI
Feldman CDJR Of Clarkston
City of the Village of Clarkston, MICity of the Village of Clarkston, MI
Fox Hyundai Kia
Kentwood, MIKentwood, MI
Germain Honda Of Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MIAnn Arbor, MI
Genesis Of Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo, MIKalamazoo, MI
Henkel Chrysler Jeep Dodge
Springfield, MISpringfield, MI
Betten
Grand Rapids, MIGrand Rapids, MI
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More Dealers in Michigan
Garber Buick Company
Saginaw, MI · 3 verified quotes
Denooyer Chevy
Holland, MI · 3 verified quotes
Toyota Of Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI · 3 verified quotes
Fox Reed City
Reed City, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
European Autohaus L.L.C.
Holland, MI · 2 verified quotesLimited data
European Autohaus
Holland, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Extreme Dodge/Dodge Truck
Jackson, MI · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Genesis Cadillac Inc.
St. Clair Shores, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Genesis Chevrolet
Eastpointe, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
75 North Auto Sales
Flint, MI · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Fernelius Toyota
Cheboygan, MI · 2 verified quotesLimited data
616 Motors
Georgetown Township, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
4 Real Automotive
Livonia, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Jim Winter Automotive Group
Jackson, MI · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Fox Grand Traverse Ford
Traverse City, MI · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Dowagiac Auto Service & Sales
Dowagiac, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Fox Grand Traverse
Traverse City, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Cole Chry-Jeep-Dodge Llc
Marshall, MI · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Comodo Motors
Caledonia, MI · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Dean Arbour Ford Of Tawas
Tawas City, MI · 2 verified quotesLimited data
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 345 rated Michigan dealers is $295, based on 1,250 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?
Kia Of Canton, Jefferson Chevrolet Co, Jim Stykemain Chevrolet GMC lead the Michigan transparency rankings. 276 of 409 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 $295. 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.