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Mcgrath Acura of Downtown Chicago earns a B.
Fair on the big stuff, with a few small things to watch. Read the out-the-door carefully.
- $378
- Doc fee
- 11%
- Dealer add-ons
$9 above IL avg
On 1 of 9 recent quotes
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Why Mcgrath Acura of Downtown Chicago earned this grade
Between August 2025 and October 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 9 verified deals with this dealership. We pulled the doc fee, the add-ons, and the gap between advertised and out-the-door price from each one. Then we graded them the way a friend in the business would: on the things that actually cost you money.
✓ What they do well
2 thingsDoc fee is in line with the market
At $378, their doc fee is within $9 of the IL average of $369. Not exceptional, but nothing to fight over.
Quoted add-ons are the exception
Only 11% of quotes include add-ons that aren't marked optional. Across all recent quotes, add-ons average $543. Most shoppers here never see one.
! Where to push back
1 thingThe listing isn't quite the price
Quoted prices run about 5.8% above the advertised listing. On a $35,000 vehicle that's roughly $2,030 in extra fees or markup.
TipGet an OTD quote in writing before you visit. Compare it to the listing — if there's a gap, ask them to account for every line.
9 verified OTD quotes from Mcgrath Acura of Downtown Chicago
Real out-the-door worksheets, not reviews. Click “View Quote” on any row to see the price breakdown.
Recent Quotes
Verified out-the-door prices from real transactions
7 vehicle transactions — 9 individual quotes
Most Common Add-ons
Tips for Mcgrath Acura of Downtown Chicago
- 1 of 9 quotes included $4,889 in add-ons (Accessories, Protection Plan), not marked optional.
- Dealer markup is only +6% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fees does Mcgrath Acura of Downtown Chicago charge?
Based on 9 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge, Mcgrath Acura of Downtown Chicago charges a $378 documentation fee and averages $543 in dealer add-ons when present. Mcgrath Acura of Downtown Chicago earns Transparency Grade B (88/100).
What is the doc fee at Mcgrath Acura of Downtown Chicago?
Mcgrath Acura of Downtown Chicago charges a typical documentation fee of $378. The IL average is $369. This is based on 9 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Mcgrath Acura of Downtown Chicago add dealer add-ons?
Mcgrath Acura of Downtown Chicago adds an average of $543 in dealer add-ons when present. Dealer add-ons appeared on 1 of 9 recent verified quotes. Ask for an itemized breakdown and negotiate to remove non-essential items like paint protection, nitrogen tire fill, or VIN etching.
Is Mcgrath Acura of Downtown Chicago a good dealership?
Mcgrath Acura of Downtown Chicago has a transparency score of 88/100, earning a Grade B. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 9 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.
What do reviews say about Mcgrath Acura of Downtown Chicago?
CarEdge reviews Mcgrath Acura of Downtown Chicago on 9 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. It earns transparency grade B (88/100), with a typical doc fee of $378 versus an IL average of $369. Dealer add-ons appeared on 1 of 9 recent quotes.
Is Mcgrath Acura of Downtown Chicago a transparent Acura dealer in Chicago?
Yes. Mcgrath Acura of Downtown Chicago holds CarEdge Transparency Grade B (88/100), based on 9 verified out-the-door quotes. That is well above average on doc fees, add-ons and pricing accuracy.
How does Mcgrath Acura of Downtown Chicago compare to other Acura dealers?
You can compare Mcgrath Acura of Downtown Chicago's transparency score, doc fees, and add-on behavior against other Acura dealers using our comparison tool or by browsing Acura dealers in your area. Scores are based on the same methodology for every dealer. CarEdge's market guides Best Acura Dealerships in Chicago, Best Acura Dealerships in Illinois and Best Acura Dealerships in the US rank Acura dealers on the same data.
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How we know this
Every number on this page came from a real deal.
Most dealer review sites scrape star ratings and count angry posts. We do the opposite. CarEdge shops for cars alongside thousands of real buyers every week — and when we negotiate on their behalf, we capture the full out-the-door breakdown the dealer sends back.
For Mcgrath Acura of Downtown Chicago in Chicago, IL, that has meant 9 verified OTD quotes across 2 negotiated deals logged into our database. Each one is a PDF, an email, or a screenshot showing the actual doc fee, the actual add-ons, and the actual final price — not a salesperson's promise.
Fee Transparency
30%Is the doc fee reasonable, or is it just profit? We compare it against the state average — and the legal cap, where one exists.
Add-on Behavior
30%How often does the dealer stick you with mandatory add-ons like paint protection or theft deterrent — the kind you can't say no to? Add-ons the dealer discloses as optional don't count against them.
Price Accuracy
30%Does the advertised listing price match what you'd actually sign for? We flag dealers whose out-the-door diverges from the listing.
Data Quality
10%More data = more trustworthy grade. Dealers with lots of recent, complete quotes score higher for consistency.
The four numbers behind the grade
Weighted ScoreThe raw component scores — the math that led to B.
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