Best Car Dealers in Illinois
As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 990 of 2211 Illinois car dealers from 3,448 verified out-the-door quotes. Illinois's average doc fee is $379.
667 of 990 rated Illinois dealers earn an A · 182 earn a D or F
Data updated Oct 10, 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 990 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 - A100/1002026
Marino Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram
Chicago, IL
20 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 2211 dealers →Muller's Woodfield Acura
Hoffman Estates, IL
No mandatory add-ons · 25 verified quotes
See the quotesMuller Honda of Gurnee
Gurnee, IL
No mandatory add-ons · 22 verified quotes
See the quotesMarino Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram
CarEdge CertifiedChicago, IL
No mandatory add-ons · 20 verified quotes
See the quotesBiggers Mazda
Elgin, ILElgin, IL
Grand Subaru
Bensenville, ILBensenville, IL
Hyundai of Palatine
Palatine, ILPalatine, IL
Auffenberg Hyundai
Shiloh, ILShiloh, IL
BMW of Peoria
Peoria, ILPeoria, IL
Sutton Ford
Matteson, ILMatteson, IL
Berwyn Kia
Berwyn, ILBerwyn, IL
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More Dealers in Illinois
Marengo Auto Group
Marengo, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Marshall GMC
Jerseyville, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Marti Motors Inc
Madison, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Maserati of Naperville
Naperville, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Max Motors Inc
Chicago, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Mazda of Crystal Lake
Crystal Lake, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Mclaughlin
Moline, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Mclaughlin Subaru
Moline, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Menard Auto Sales
Ruma, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Mercedes-Benz of Barrington
Barrington, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Metro Ford Chicago
Chicago, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Mid America Motors
Tremont, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Midwest Highline In Rockford
Rockford, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Mike Miller Hyundai
Peoria, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Miles Chevrolet
Decatur, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
MINI of Glencoe
Glencoe, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Monken
Centralia, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Morries Auto Group
Moline, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Motorsource Inc
Highland Park, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Mr Fleet
Naperville, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
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 828 rated Illinois dealers is $379, based on 3,448 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, Marino Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram lead the Illinois transparency rankings. 667 of 990 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.