Best Car Dealers in Illinois
As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 989 of 2215 Illinois car dealers from 3,430 verified out-the-door quotes. Illinois's average doc fee is $379.
666 of 989 rated Illinois dealers earn an A · 182 earn a D or F
Data updated Oct 8, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Prairie State
Illinois's dealer grade: B
84/100 average transparency score
37th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 989 dealers with verified quotes.
CarEdge Certified dealers in Illinois
These dealers guarantee an all-in out-the-door price up front and no surprise add-ons.
- A100/1002026
Crown Toyota
Decatur, IL
3 verified quotes$377doc feeNo add-ons - A99/1002026
Marino Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram
Chicago, IL
18 verified quotes$378doc feeNo add-ons - A98/1002026
The Autobarn Mazda of Evanston
Evanston, IL
45 verified quotes$378doc fee - A96/1002026
Liberty Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Libertyville, IL
9 verified quotes$378doc fee - A100/1002026
Miles Chevrolet
Decatur, IL
1 verified quote$377doc feeNo add-ons - A100/1002026
Marino Chevrolet
Chicago, IL
2 verified quotes$378doc feeNo add-ons
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Transparency Leaderboard
View all 2215 dealers →Muller's Woodfield Acura
Hoffman Estates, IL
No mandatory add-ons · 24 verified quotes
See the quotesMuller Honda of Gurnee
Gurnee, IL
No mandatory add-ons · 22 verified quotes
See the quotesBiggers Mazda
Elgin, IL
No mandatory add-ons · 19 verified quotes
See the quotesGrand Subaru
Bensenville, ILBensenville, IL
Hyundai of Palatine
Palatine, ILPalatine, IL
Auffenberg Hyundai
Shiloh, ILShiloh, IL
BMW of Peoria
Peoria, ILPeoria, IL
Berwyn Kia
Berwyn, ILBerwyn, IL
Brilliance Subaru
Elgin, ILElgin, IL
Idrive Motor Sports Inc
Berwyn, ILBerwyn, IL
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More Dealers in Illinois
Murgado Ford of Chicago
Chicago, IL · 5 verified quotes
Bill Kay Buick GMC
Downers Grove, IL · 4 verified quotes
Fox Valley GMC
St. Charles, IL · 4 verified quotes
Genesis of Downers Grove
Downers Grove, IL · 4 verified quotes
Newbold Toyota
O'Fallon, IL · 4 verified quotes
Subaru Evergreen Park
Evergreen Park, IL · 4 verified quotes
Vermilion Chevrolet
Tilton, IL · 3 verified quotes
Sam Leman Toyota Bloomington
Bloomington, IL · 15 verified quotes
BMW of Barrington
Barrington, IL · 14 verified quotes
Land Rover Hinsdale
Hinsdale, IL · 14 verified quotes
Continental Toyota
Hodgkins, IL · 11 verified quotes
Hawk Subaru
Plainfield, IL · 9 verified quotes
The Autobarn Volkswagen of Countryside
Countryside, IL · 7 verified quotes
Bob Lindsay Acura
Peoria, IL · 4 verified quotes
Arlington Heights Buick GMC
Arlington Heights, IL · 11 verified quotes
Anderson Kia On Perryville
Loves Park, IL · 7 verified quotes
Dupage Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Glendale Heights, IL · 6 verified quotes
Laura Buick GMC
Collinsville, IL · 5 verified quotes
Community Honda
Orland Park, IL · 4 verified quotes
Zimmerman Honda
Moline, IL · 4 verified quotes
Dealers by City in Illinois
Illinois doc fee law
Illinois law caps dealer documentation fees at approximately $378. A doc fee above that level on a Illinois quote is worth challenging before you sign.
Illinois Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Illinois?
As of October 2026, the average documentation fee at 827 rated Illinois dealers is $379, based on 3,430 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. State law caps Illinois doc fees at approximately $378.
Who are the best car dealers in Illinois?
Muller's Woodfield Acura, Muller Honda of Gurnee, Biggers Mazda lead the Illinois transparency rankings. 666 of 989 rated Illinois dealers earned an A grade for fair fees, minimal add-ons, and honest pricing.
How are Illinois 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 Illinois quotes are verified.
How Illinois 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 Illinois
- Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in Illinois is $379. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 73% of dealers in Illinois 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.