Illinois Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Illinois? We analyzed 2,254 verified OTD quotes from 553 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of July 2026, the average doc fee at 553 rated Illinois dealers is $364, $36 below the national average, based on 2,254 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Jul 6, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Prairie State
Illinois's dealer grade: B
83/100 average transparency score
37th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Illinois has the 37th-highest average doc fee of the 53 states we track, at $364.
- 357 of 553 rated Illinois dealers earned an A for transparency; 81 earned a D or F.
- Arlington Toyota in Palatine is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 3 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Illinois range from $0 to $2,484 — Midway Autohaus charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Illinois is accessories, appearing on 49% of itemized quotes at an average of $2,187.
Illinois Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Illinois
The most transparent dealers in Illinois, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Arlington Toyota
Palatine, IL
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesAudi Chicago
Chicago, IL
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesWoody Buick-Gmc, Inc.
Naperville, IL
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesWickstrom Ford
Barrington, ILBarrington, IL
Volvo Cars Orland Park
Tinley Park, ILTinley Park, IL
Berman Kia
Lincolnwood, ILLincolnwood, IL
Berwyn Kia
Berwyn, ILBerwyn, IL
Volvo Cars Lisle
Lisle, ILLisle, IL
Biggers Mazda
Elgin, ILElgin, IL
Bill Jacobs Naperville Llc
ILIL
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Highest Doc Fees in Illinois
These Illinois dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $364.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Midway Autohaus | $1,762 | 7 |
| 2 | Fields BMW | $949 | 19 |
| 3 | Porsche Downtown Chicago | $744 | 3 |
| 4 | Bachrodt On State | $729 | 3 |
| 5 | Nissan Of Elgin | $689 | 4 |
| 6 | Napleton'S Oak Lawn Mazda | $663 | 3 |
| 7 | Thomas Nissan Of Joliet | $533 | 3 |
| 8 | Courtesy Ford | $529 | 7 |
| 9 | Ken Nelson Auto Group | $513 | 6 |
| 10 | Murgado Ford Of Chicago | $499 | 3 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Illinois
These Illinois dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freeport Ford | F 40/100 | $368 | 3 |
| Dream Nissan Midwest | F 45.2/100 | $368 | 3 |
| Kunes Lakes Chevrolet | F 57.2/100 | $378 | 3 |
| Bachrodt On State | F 57.5/100 | $729 | 3 |
| Midway Autohaus | D 63/100 | $1,762 | 7 |
| Toyota Of Downtown Chicago | D 64/100 | $0 | 5 |
| Rosen Hyundai Of Algonquin | C 70.1/100 | $368 | 4 |
| Motor Cars Mitsubishi | C 70.8/100 | $378 | 7 |
| Jack Schmitt Ford | C 71/100 | $0 | 3 |
| Toyota On Western | C 71.1/100 | $378 | 6 |
Most Common Add-ons in Illinois
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Illinois, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Illinois
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Illinois?
Ford
59 dealers · Avg score: 73/100
Chevrolet
52 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Toyota
37 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Chrysler
31 dealers · Avg score: 75/100
Dodge
30 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Jeep
30 dealers · Avg score: 74/100
Hyundai
29 dealers · Avg score: 71/100
GMC
26 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Kia
26 dealers · Avg score: 72/100
Honda
25 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Ram
25 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Nissan
24 dealers · Avg score: 63/100
Volkswagen
22 dealers · Avg score: 73/100
Buick
20 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Lincoln
20 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
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Illinois Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Illinois?
As of July 2026, the average documentation fee in Illinois is $364, based on 2,254 verified out-the-door quotes from 553 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $36 below the $400 national average.
Which Illinois dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Midway Autohaus charges the highest verified doc fee in Illinois at $1,762. Doc fees across the state range from $0 to $2,484.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Illinois?
Arlington Toyota in Palatine is the highest-rated dealer in Illinois with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 3 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Illinois?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Illinois dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 357 of 553 rated Illinois dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.