Illinois Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Illinois? We analyzed 3,624 verified OTD quotes from 883 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of September 2026, the average doc fee at 729 rated Illinois dealers is $366, $38 below the national average, based on 3,624 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Sep 6, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Prairie State
Illinois's dealer grade: B
85/100 average transparency score
37th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Illinois has the 37th-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $366.
- 628 of 883 rated Illinois dealers earned an A for transparency; 103 earned a D or F.
- Napleton's Palatine Subaru in Palatine is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 5 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Illinois range from $31 to $2,484 — Midway Autohaus charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Illinois is accessories, appearing on 41% of itemized quotes at an average of $1,460.
Illinois Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Illinois
The most transparent dealers in Illinois, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Napleton's Palatine Subaru
Palatine, IL
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesLoeber Motors
Lincolnwood, IL
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesNapleton's River Oaks Honda
Lansing, IL
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesHawk Chevrolet Of Joliet
Joliet, ILJoliet, IL
Wickstrom Ford
Barrington, ILBarrington, IL
Heller Ford Sales
El Paso, ILEl Paso, IL
Hawk Volkswagen Of Joliet
Joliet, ILJoliet, IL
Napletons Schaumburg Subaru
Schaumburg, ILSchaumburg, IL
Napleton's Schaumburg Mazda
Schaumburg, ILSchaumburg, IL
Antioch Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Antioch, ILAntioch, IL
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Highest Doc Fees in Illinois
These Illinois dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $366.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Midway Autohaus | $1,663 | 7 |
| 2 | Fields BMW | $878 | 16 |
| 3 | Driven Auto Sales | $672 | 4 |
| 4 | Nissan Of Elgin | $622 | 6 |
| 5 | Gerald Subaru Of Naperville | $553 | 4 |
| 6 | Thomas Nissan Of Joliet | $481 | 3 |
| 7 | Fields Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram Glenview | $477 | 4 |
| 8 | Icars Chicago | $464 | 4 |
| 9 | Heller Chevrolet | $458 | 7 |
| 10 | Audi Exchange St. Charles | $413 | 5 |
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 45/100 | $0 | 3 |
| Kunes Chevrolet Lakes | D 61/100 | $378 | 3 |
| Midway Autohaus | D 62/100 | $1,663 | 7 |
| Al Piemonte Buick GMC | D 62/100 | $374 | 5 |
| Bachrodt On State | D 64/100 | $324 | 9 |
| Auto Mart Of Mount Vernon | D 66/100 | $377 | 3 |
| Bill Kay Honda | D 68/100 | $413 | 4 |
| Willowbrook Ford | C 70/100 | $377 | 3 |
| Motor Cars Mitsubishi | C 71/100 | $378 | 9 |
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
81 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Chevrolet
75 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Chrysler
48 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Dodge
45 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Jeep
44 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Toyota
41 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Ram
37 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Hyundai
35 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Honda
33 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
GMC
32 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Nissan
30 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Kia
28 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Volkswagen
25 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Buick
25 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
Lincoln
24 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
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How Illinois compares to its neighbors
Average doc fees next door. Crossing a state line can change what the dealer charges.
Illinois Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Illinois?
As of September 2026, the average documentation fee in Illinois is $366, based on 3,624 verified out-the-door quotes from 729 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $38 below the $404 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 $31 to $2,484.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Illinois?
Napleton's Palatine Subaru in Palatine 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. 628 of 883 rated Illinois dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.