Best Car Dealers in Illinois
As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 994 of 2213 Illinois car dealers from 3,457 verified out-the-door quotes. Illinois's average doc fee is $380.
670 of 994 rated Illinois dealers earn an A · 182 earn a D or F
Data updated Oct 13, 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 994 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 2213 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
Auffenberg Dealer Group
Shiloh, IL · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Fields Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram Glenview
Glenview, IL · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Hopkins Ford
Elgin, IL · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Isringhausen
Springfield, IL · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Napleton Cadillac of Northbrook
Northbrook, IL · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Sam Leman Bloomington
Bloomington, IL · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Willowbrook Kia
Willowbrook, IL · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Zeigler Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram - Schaumburg
Schaumburg, IL · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Land Rover Peoria
Peoria, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Anderson Auto Group
Rockford, IL · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Ed Napleton Acura
Elmhurst, IL · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Gregory Infiniti
Libertyville, IL · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Honda City Chicago
Chicago, IL · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Signature Auto Enterprises
Schaumburg, IL · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Autos of Chicago
Arlington Heights, IL · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Car City Inc
Palatine, IL · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Bg Motor Cars
Naperville, IL · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Dart Motors
McHenry, IL · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Digiovanni's Treme Auto and Cycle Sales
Machesney Park, IL · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Bob Ridings Taylorville
Taylorville, IL · 2 verified quotesLimited data
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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 832 rated Illinois dealers is $380, based on 3,457 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. 670 of 994 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 $380. 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.