Best Car Dealers Near Joliet, IL

As of November 2026, CarEdge grades 13 of 33 car dealers near Joliet, IL from 64 verified out-the-door quotes. The average doc fee at rated dealers here is $360.

Data updated Nov 6, 2026 · How we score dealers

Based on 13 dealers with verified quotes.

$360
Avg Doc Fee
IL avg: $370
46%
No Add-ons
86/100
Avg Score
64
Verified Quotes

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Tips for Buying a Car in IL

  • Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in IL is $370. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Good news on add-ons: 46% of dealers near Joliet 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 Joliet FAQ

What is the best car dealer near Joliet, IL?

Hawk Volkswagen of Joliet (Joliet, IL) is the highest-graded dealer near Joliet on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index — A grade, 100/100, based on 7 verified out-the-door quotes.

What doc fee do dealers near Joliet charge?

As of November 2026, rated dealers near Joliet, IL charge an average documentation fee of $360, compared to a IL state average of $370 — based on 64 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.

How does CarEdge rank dealers near Joliet?

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 Joliet are verified.