Dealer Group
Kowalis Auto Group
Kowalis Auto Group runs 4 locations in 2 states and earns a CarEdge transparency grade of A (93/100) from 11 verified out-the-door quotes.
- Average doc fee
- $330
- Dealer add-ons
- On 33% of quotes
- Top-graded store
- Lexus of Merrillville (A)
Verified quotes since 2025
Score Breakdown
Grade Distribution
Across 3 rated locations
100% of locations earned a B or better. No location received an F.
Key Insights
Transparency Score
Scores 93/100, 6.2 points above the national average of 86.8/100.
Add-on Frequency
33% of transactions include an add-on, 16% more often than the national average of 17%.
Listing-to-OTD Gap
Prices run -0.3% above listing on average, better than the national average of 245.0%.
Top performers in this group
All locations
| Dealer | Location | Grade | Score | Quotes | Brand | Doc Fee | Add-on Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orland Toyota | Tinley Park, IL | A | 100 | 1 | Toyota | $378 | 0% |
| Lexus of Merrillville | Merrillville, IN | A | 93 | 5 | Lexus | $245 | 40% |
| Lexus of Orland | Orland Park, IL | B | 87 | 5 | Lexus | $368 | 60% |
| Kowalis Auto Group | Merrillville, IN | Not yetrated | — | — | — | — | — |
Group locations
4 locations across Illinois, Indiana
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kowalis Auto Group a good place to buy a car?
Yes, by CarEdge's measure. Kowalis Auto Group earns CarEdge transparency grade A (93/100) across 11 verified out-the-door quotes from 3 stores, graded 2 A, 1 B. 100% of its graded stores earn an A or B. Grades vary by store, so check the specific location before you buy.
What do reviews say about Kowalis Auto Group?
CarEdge reviews Kowalis Auto Group on 11 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. Kowalis Auto Group earns CarEdge transparency grade A (93/100) across 11 verified out-the-door quotes from 3 stores, graded 2 A, 1 B. Across those quotes its stores show dealer add-ons on 33% of verified quotes.
What is the doc fee at Kowalis Auto Group dealerships?
Its stores average a $330 doc fee across 11 verified out-the-door quotes. It ranges from $245 at Lexus of Merrillville in Merrillville, IN to $368 at Lexus of Orland in Orland Park, IL, partly because doc fee limits differ by state.
Do Kowalis Auto Group dealerships add dealer add-ons?
CarEdge's verified quotes from Kowalis Auto Group stores show dealer add-ons on 33% of verified quotes. Ask any store for an itemized out-the-door quote with all dealer add-ons removed before you visit.
Which Kowalis Auto Group dealership is the best?
Lexus of Merrillville in Merrillville, IN is Kowalis Auto Group's highest-graded store on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index: grade A (93/100) from 5 verified out-the-door quotes.