Best Car Dealers in Illinois
As of September 2026, CarEdge grades 961 of 2157 Illinois car dealers from 3,223 verified out-the-door quotes. Illinois's average doc fee is $378.
640 of 961 rated Illinois dealers earn an A · 179 earn a D or F
Data updated Sep 25, 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 961 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 2157 dealers →Muller's Woodfield Acura
Hoffman Estates, IL
No mandatory add-ons · 24 verified quotes
See the quotesMuller Honda Of Gurnee
Gurnee, IL
No mandatory add-ons · 21 verified quotes
See the quotesBiggers Mazda
Elgin, IL
No mandatory add-ons · 19 verified quotes
See the quotesMarino Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram
Chicago, ILChicago, IL
Hyundai Of Palatine
Palatine, ILPalatine, IL
Grand Subaru
Bensenville, ILBensenville, IL
Auffenberg Hyundai
Shiloh, ILShiloh, IL
Berwyn Kia
Berwyn, ILBerwyn, IL
BMW Of Peoria
Peoria, ILPeoria, IL
Brilliance Subaru
Elgin, ILElgin, IL
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More Dealers in Illinois
Gurnee Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram
Gurnee, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Illini Nissan
Champaign, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Jerseyville Motor Company
Jerseyville, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Lc Auto Sales
Rockford, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Mangold Ford Inc.
Eureka, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Marion Toyota
Marion, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
M & K Auto Sales
Pontoon Beach, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
M & M Auto Sales
Urbana, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Moto Zone Inc
Melrose Park, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Mr. Deals Auto Center
Quincy, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Orland Toyota
Tinley Park, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Parkside Auto Sales & Service
Pekin, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Pristine Autohaus
Skokie, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
River City Auto Center Llc
Chester, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Schaumburg Ford
Schaumburg, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Sherman Of Skokie
Skokie, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Sperry Sales
Effingham, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
St. Charles Chrysler Dodge Jeep
St. Charles, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Trinity Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Taylorville, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Webb Chevy Plainfield
Plainfield, IL · 1 verified quoteLimited data
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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 September 2026, the average documentation fee at 807 rated Illinois dealers is $378, based on 3,223 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. 640 of 961 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 $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.