Michigan Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Michigan? We analyzed 1,408 verified OTD quotes from 568 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of October 2026, the average doc fee at 467 rated Michigan dealers is $293, $111 below the national average, based on 1,408 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Oct 5, 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.
Key Findings
- Michigan has the 41st-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $293.
- 375 of 568 rated Michigan dealers earned an A for transparency; 113 earned a D or F.
- Baker Dodge Jeep Ram of Cadillac Michigan in Cadillac is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 3 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Michigan range from $5 to $3,016 — Williams Subaru charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Michigan is accessories, appearing on 44% of itemized quotes at an average of $931.
Michigan Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Michigan
The most transparent dealers in Michigan, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Baker Dodge Jeep Ram of Cadillac Michigan
Cadillac, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesFeldman Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Clarkston
Village Of Clarkston, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesFischer Honda
Ypsilanti, MI
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesFox Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Grand Rapids, MIGrand Rapids, MI
Fox Hyundai Kia
Grand Rapids, MIGrand Rapids, MI
Fox Mazda
Grand Rapids, MIGrand Rapids, MI
Williams Autoworld
Lansing, MILansing, MI
Genesis
Macomb, MIMacomb, MI
Genesis of Commerce
West Bloomfield Township, MIWest Bloomfield Township, MI
Germain Honda of Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MIAnn Arbor, 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 | Williams Subaru | $798 | 13 |
| 2 | Bowman Chevrolet | $703 | 3 |
| 3 | Riverside Toyota | $699 | 6 |
| 4 | St. Clair Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram | $599 | 3 |
| 5 | Crestview Cadillac | $530 | 3 |
| 6 | Zeigler Ford of Plainwell | $378 | 3 |
| 7 | Matick Toyota | $335 | 8 |
| 8 | Glassman Southfield | $330 | 4 |
| 9 | Stillwell Ford | $314 | 5 |
| 10 | Hodges Subaru | $313 | 5 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunshine Toyota | F 55/100 | — | 7 |
| Todd Wenzel Buick GMC of Westland | F 56/100 | — | 4 |
| Pauli Ford | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Serra Lexus Lansing | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Toyota of Ann Arbor | D 66/100 | $280 | 3 |
| St. Clair Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram | D 68/100 | $599 | 3 |
| Allen Chevrolet - Mi | C 71/100 | $270 | 3 |
| Suburban Cadillac of Troy | C 76/100 | $280 | 4 |
| Bowman Chevrolet | C 78/100 | $703 | 3 |
| Crestview Cadillac | C 78/100 | $530 | 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?
Ford
72 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Chevrolet
70 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Dodge
47 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Jeep
46 dealers · Avg score: 89/100
Ram
43 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Chrysler
43 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
GMC
42 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
Toyota
23 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
Buick
22 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Honda
21 dealers · Avg score: 99/100
Cadillac
15 dealers · Avg score: 92/100
Kia
15 dealers · Avg score: 93/100
Hyundai
14 dealers · Avg score: 90/100
Lincoln
14 dealers · Avg score: 92/100
Subaru
11 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
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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 October 2026, the average documentation fee in Michigan is $293, based on 1,408 verified out-the-door quotes from 467 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $111 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 $5 to $3,016.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Michigan?
Baker Dodge Jeep Ram of Cadillac Michigan in Cadillac 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. 375 of 568 rated Michigan dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.