Best Car Dealers Near Chicago, IL

As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 46 of 139 car dealers near Chicago, IL from 150 verified out-the-door quotes. The average doc fee at rated dealers here is $363.

Data updated Jul 25, 2026 · How we score dealers

Based on 46 dealers with verified quotes.

$363
Avg Doc Fee
IL avg: $371
72%
No Add-ons
78/100
Avg Score
150
Verified Quotes

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Tips for Buying a Car in IL

  • Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in IL is $371. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Good news on add-ons: 72% of dealers near Chicago 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.

Car Dealers Near Chicago FAQ

What is the best car dealer near Chicago, IL?

Marino Chevrolet (Chicago, IL) is the highest-graded dealer near Chicago on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index — A grade, 100/100, based on 2 verified out-the-door quotes.

What doc fee do dealers near Chicago charge?

As of July 2026, rated dealers near Chicago, IL charge an average documentation fee of $363, compared to a IL state average of $371 — based on 150 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.

How does CarEdge rank dealers near Chicago?

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%) — and graded A-F. Rankings update as new quotes near Chicago are verified.