Illinois Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Illinois? We analyzed 2,259 verified OTD quotes from 555 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of July 2026, the average doc fee at 555 rated Illinois dealers is $361, $39 below the national average, based on 2,259 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Jul 7, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Prairie State
Illinois's dealer grade: B
83/100 average transparency score
32nd highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Illinois has the 32nd-highest average doc fee of the 53 states we track, at $361.
- 358 of 555 rated Illinois dealers earned an A for transparency; 81 earned a D or F.
- Volvo Cars Orland Park in Tinley Park is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 5 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 $2,173.
Illinois Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Illinois
The most transparent dealers in Illinois, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Volvo Cars Orland Park
Tinley Park, IL
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesBerman Kia
Lincolnwood, IL
No mandatory add-ons · 9 verified quotes
See the quotesBerwyn Kia
Berwyn, IL
No mandatory add-ons · 9 verified quotes
See the quotesVolvo Cars Lisle
Lisle, ILLisle, IL
Biggers Mazda
Elgin, ILElgin, IL
Bill Jacobs Naperville Llc
ILIL
Volkswagen Of Oak Lawn
Oak Lawn, ILOak Lawn, IL
Bloomington Normal Automall
Normal, ILNormal, IL
BMW Of Crystal Lake
Crystal Lake, ILCrystal Lake, IL
BMW Of Peoria
Peoria, ILPeoria, IL
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Highest Doc Fees in Illinois
These Illinois dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $361.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Midway Autohaus | $1,663 | 7 |
| 2 | Nissan Of Elgin | $689 | 4 |
| 3 | Napleton'S Oak Lawn Mazda | $663 | 3 |
| 4 | Bachrodt On State | $547 | 4 |
| 5 | Thomas Nissan Of Joliet | $533 | 3 |
| 6 | Courtesy Ford | $529 | 7 |
| 7 | Ken Nelson Auto Group | $513 | 6 |
| 8 | Murgado Ford Of Chicago | $499 | 3 |
| 9 | Heller Chevrolet GMC | $458 | 7 |
| 10 | Antioch Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram | $446 | 9 |
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 | D 61/100 | $547 | 4 |
| Midway Autohaus | D 62.2/100 | $1,663 | 7 |
| Toyota Of Downtown Chicago | D 64/100 | $0 | 5 |
| Bill Kay Honda | D 68.3/100 | $410 | 4 |
| 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 |
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: 74/100
Chevrolet
52 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
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
30 dealers · Avg score: 69/100
GMC
26 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Honda
25 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Kia
25 dealers · Avg score: 75/100
Ram
25 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Nissan
24 dealers · Avg score: 63/100
Volkswagen
22 dealers · Avg score: 73/100
Lincoln
20 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Buick
20 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
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How Illinois compares to its neighbors
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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 $361, based on 2,259 verified out-the-door quotes from 555 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $39 below the $400 national average.
Which Illinois dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Midway Autohaus charges the highest verified doc fee in Illinois at $1,663. Doc fees across the state range from $0 to $2,484.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Illinois?
Volvo Cars Orland Park in Tinley Park is the highest-rated dealer in Illinois with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 5 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. 358 of 555 rated Illinois dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.