Best Car Dealers in Illinois
As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 987 of 2199 Illinois car dealers from 3,424 verified out-the-door quotes. Illinois's average doc fee is $379.
662 of 987 rated Illinois dealers earn an A · 183 earn a D or F
Data updated Oct 7, 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 987 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
17 verified quotes$378doc feeNo add-ons - A98/1002026
The Autobarn Mazda of Evanston
Evanston, IL
45 verified quotes$377doc 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 2199 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 · 24 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
Berwyn Kia
Berwyn, ILBerwyn, IL
BMW of Peoria
Peoria, ILPeoria, IL
Brilliance Subaru
Elgin, ILElgin, IL
Idrive Motor Sports Inc
Berwyn, ILBerwyn, IL
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More Dealers in Illinois
Castle Volkswagen of Downers Grove
Downers Grove, IL · 11 verified quotes
Mcgrath Evanston Subaru
Skokie, IL · 11 verified quotes
Gerald Kia of Naperville
Naperville, IL · 10 verified quotes
Apple Chevrolet
Tinley Park, IL · 8 verified quotes
Acura Highland Park
Highland Park, IL · 7 verified quotes
Hawk Volkswagen of Joliet
Joliet, IL · 7 verified quotes
Advantage Toyota of River Oaks
Calumet City, IL · 6 verified quotes
Berman Subaru of Chicago
Chicago, IL · 6 verified quotes
Green Family Chevrolet
East Moline, IL · 6 verified quotes
Jennings Volkswagen
Glenview, IL · 6 verified quotes
Mcgrath Acura Morton Grove
Morton Grove, IL · 6 verified quotes
Napleton Subaru
Rockford, IL · 6 verified quotes
Patriot Hyundai of Bradley
Bourbonnais, IL · 6 verified quotes
Thomas Nissan of Joliet
Joliet, IL · 6 verified quotes
Berman Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Oak Lawn, IL · 3 verified quotes
Castle Mchenry
McHenry, IL · 3 verified quotes
Ed Morse Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
New Athens, IL · 3 verified quotes
Idrive Motor Sports
Berwyn, IL · 3 verified quotes
International Autos
Tinley Park, IL · 3 verified quotes
Mcgrath Honda Elgin
Elgin, IL · 22 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 3,424 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. 662 of 987 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.