Best Car Dealers in Illinois
As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 991 of 2050 Illinois car dealers from 3,486 verified out-the-door quotes. Illinois's average doc fee is $371.
675 of 991 rated Illinois dealers earn an A · 182 earn a D or F
Data updated Oct 20, 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 991 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
20 verified quotes$378doc feeNo add-ons - A98/1002026
The Autobarn Mazda of Evanston
Evanston, IL
48 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 2050 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 quotesBiggers Mazda
Elgin, IL
No mandatory add-ons · 19 verified quotes
See the quotesGrand Subaru
Bensenville, ILBensenville, IL
Hyundai of Palatine
Palatine, ILPalatine, IL
Gerald Hyundai
North Aurora, ILNorth Aurora, IL
Auffenberg Hyundai
Shiloh, ILShiloh, IL
Gerald Toyota of Matteson
Matteson, ILMatteson, IL
Napleton Lincoln of Schaumburg
Schaumburg, ILSchaumburg, IL
Antioch Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Antioch, ILAntioch, IL
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Dixon, IL
Savage
Schaumburg, IL
Schaumburg Auto Group Inc
Addison, IL
Schaumburg Motor Cars
Schaumburg, IL
Schaumburg Pre Driven
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Schimmer Ford
Peru, IL
Schimmer Hyundai
Peru, IL
Schmidt GMC Inc
Mount Vernon, IL
Scooters Auto Sales LLC
Springfield, IL
Scott Leman Autos
Goodfield, IL
Serra BMW Champaign
Savoy, IL
Serra Buick GMC Champaign
Savoy, IL
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Savoy, IL
Serra Honda Champaign
Savoy, IL
Sexton Ford Sales
Moline, IL
Shemwell Motor Company
Red Bud, IL
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 823 rated Illinois dealers is $371, based on 3,486 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. 675 of 991 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 $371. 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.