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Best Car Dealers in Illinois

As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 1004 of 2214 Illinois car dealers from 3,440 verified out-the-door quotes. Illinois's average doc fee is $378.

683 of 1004 rated Illinois dealers earn an A · 184 earn a D or F

Data updated Oct 15, 2026 · How we score dealers

The Prairie State

Illinois's dealer grade: B

85/100 average transparency score

37th highest doc fees in the U.S.

Based on 1004 dealers with verified quotes.

$378
Avg Doc Fee
74%
No Add-ons
85/100
Avg Score
3,440
Verified Quotes

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1st place
A
100/100

Muller's Woodfield Acura

Hoffman Estates, IL

$378doc fee

No mandatory add-ons · 25 verified quotes

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2nd place
A
100/100

Muller Honda of Gurnee

Gurnee, IL

$378doc fee

No mandatory add-ons · 22 verified quotes

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3rd place
A
100/100

Marino Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram

CarEdge Certified

Chicago, IL

$378doc fee

No mandatory add-ons · 20 verified quotes

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More Dealers in Illinois

Capital Motors Credit, Inc

Chicago, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data

No add-ons
F
37/100
Buyer beware
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Northside Ford

Effingham, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$3,883add-ons
F
33/100
Buyer beware
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St. Johns Bluff | Atlantic Blvd (Sojax)

Quincy, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$1,790doc fee$1,995add-ons
F
33/100
Buyer beware
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Lou Bachrodt Volkswagen

Rockford, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$1,990add-ons
F
32/100
Buyer beware
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Kunes Auto Group of Morrison

Morrison, IL · 2 verified quotesLimited data

No add-ons
F
31/100
Buyer beware
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Al Cioni Ford Inc

Granville, IL · 2 verified quotesLimited data

No add-ons
F
30/100
Buyer beware
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Landmark of Taylorville Buick GMC

Taylorville, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$647add-ons
F
27/100
Buyer beware
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Marion Chevrolet

Marion, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$995add-ons
F
22/100
Buyer beware
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Iron Ford

Sparta, ILNo Pricing Provided

F
0/100
Buyer beware

Isringhausen Imports

Springfield, ILNo Pricing Provided

F
0/100
Buyer beware

Jba Auto Sales Inc

Berwyn, ILNo Pricing Provided

F
0/100
Buyer beware

Napleton Cadillac of Libertyville

Libertyville, ILNo Pricing Provided

F
0/100
Buyer beware

Napleton Auto Group

Libertyville, ILNo Pricing Provided

F
0/100
Buyer beware

Mcmahon Auto Sales

Rantoul, ILNo Pricing Provided

F
0/100
Buyer beware

Jp Sides Ford

Anna, ILNo Pricing Provided

F
0/100
Buyer beware

Mungenast Alton Toyota Scion

Alton, ILNo Pricing Provided

F
0/100
Buyer beware

Mcgrath Imports

Chicago, ILNo Pricing Provided

F
0/100
Buyer beware

Key West Auto Sales Inc

Bourbonnais, ILNo Pricing Provided

F
0/100
Buyer beware

Knauz Ineos Grenadier of Lake Bluff

Lake Bluff, ILNo Pricing Provided

F
0/100
Buyer beware

Mr.c's Automart

Midlothian, ILNo Pricing Provided

F
0/100
Buyer beware
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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 840 rated Illinois dealers is $378, based on 3,440 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. 683 of 1004 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.

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How Illinois compares to its neighbors

Average doc fees next door. Crossing a state line can change what the dealer charges.

Wisconsin
$404 avg doc fee
$26 more than Illinois
Indiana
$253 avg doc fee
$125 less than Illinois
Missouri
$514 avg doc fee
$136 more than Illinois
Iowa
$187 avg doc fee
$191 less than Illinois

Tips for Buying a Car in Illinois

  • Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in Illinois is $378. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Good news on add-ons: 74% 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.

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