Best Car Dealers in Illinois
As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 1004 of 2082 Illinois car dealers from 3,560 verified out-the-door quotes. Illinois's average doc fee is $370.
682 of 1004 rated Illinois dealers earn an A · 187 earn a D or F
Data updated Oct 27, 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.
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
50 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
The grade behind the badge is earned, never bought. Certification never changes a dealer's grade or ranking.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 2082 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
Napleton Palatine Hyundai
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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More Dealers in Illinois
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Peoria, IL · 11 verified quotes
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Lansing, IL · 11 verified quotes
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Matteson, IL · 11 verified quotes
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Berwyn, IL · 10 verified quotes
Mcgrath Elmhurst Toyota
Elmhurst, IL · 10 verified quotes
Scherer Mazda
Peoria, IL · 10 verified quotes
Scherer Volvo Cars
Peoria, IL · 10 verified quotes
Audi Exchange
Highland Park, IL · 9 verified quotes
International Kia of Orland
Orland Hills, IL · 9 verified quotes
Kunes Ford of East Moline
East Moline, IL · 9 verified quotes
The Autobarn Volvo Cars Oak Park
Oak Park, IL · 9 verified quotes
Castle Kia Mchenry
McHenry, IL · 8 verified quotes
Driven Auto of Dundee
East Dundee, IL · 8 verified quotes
Fields Volvo Cars Northfield
Northfield, IL · 8 verified quotes
Genesis of Schaumburg
Schaumburg, IL · 8 verified quotes
Gerald Kia North Aurora
North Aurora, IL · 8 verified quotes
Honda of Downtown Chicago
Chicago, IL · 8 verified quotes
Mcgrath Lexus of Westmont
Westmont, IL · 8 verified quotes
Porsche Downtown Chicago
Chicago, IL · 8 verified quotes
Advantage Honda of Fox Lake
Fox Lake, IL · 7 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 832 rated Illinois dealers is $370, based on 3,560 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. 682 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.
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 $370. 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.