Illinois Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Illinois? We analyzed 2,931 verified OTD quotes from 722 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of July 2026, the average doc fee at 585 rated Illinois dealers is $370, $30 below the national average, based on 2,931 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Jul 27, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Prairie State
Illinois's dealer grade: B
82/100 average transparency score
34th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Illinois has the 34th-highest average doc fee of the 50 states we track, at $370.
- 465 of 722 rated Illinois dealers earned an A for transparency; 119 earned a D or F.
- Hyundai Of Lincolnwood in Lincolnwood is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 8 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Illinois range from $35 to $2,484 — Midway Autohaus charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Illinois is accessories, appearing on 45% of itemized quotes at an average of $2,181.
Illinois Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Illinois
The most transparent dealers in Illinois, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Hyundai Of Lincolnwood
Lincolnwood, IL
No mandatory add-ons · 8 verified quotes
See the quotesBill Jacobs Naperville Llc
IL
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesHeller Ford Sales
El Paso, IL
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesHawk Volkswagen Of Joliet
Joliet, ILJoliet, IL
Bloomington Normal Automall
Normal, ILNormal, IL
South Oak Jeep Dodge Ram
Matteson, ILMatteson, IL
Audi Chicago
Chicago, ILChicago, IL
Fields Volvo Cars Northfield
Northfield, ILNorthfield, IL
Mercedes-Benz Of St. Charles
St. Charles, ILSt. Charles, IL
Rides Unlimited Chicago Inc
Crest Hill, ILCrest Hill, IL
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Highest Doc Fees in Illinois
These Illinois dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $370.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Midway Autohaus | $1,663 | 7 |
| 2 | Fields BMW | $882 | 17 |
| 3 | Nissan Of Elgin | $626 | 5 |
| 4 | Icars Chicago | $552 | 4 |
| 5 | Thomas Nissan Of Joliet | $481 | 3 |
| 6 | Heller Chevrolet GMC | $458 | 7 |
| 7 | Audi Exchange St. Charles | $413 | 5 |
| 8 | Bill Kay Honda | $413 | 4 |
| 9 | Phillips Chevrolet | $412 | 3 |
| 10 | Phillips Chevrolet Of Frankfort | $412 | 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 | $0 | 3 |
| Kunes Lakes Chevrolet | D 60.8/100 | $378 | 3 |
| Midway Autohaus | D 63.5/100 | $1,663 | 7 |
| Bachrodt On State | D 64.5/100 | $324 | 9 |
| Bill Kay Honda | D 65.2/100 | $413 | 4 |
| Napleton Lincoln Of Blue Island | D 66.3/100 | $378 | 3 |
| Auto Mart Of Mount Vernon | D 66.5/100 | $377 | 3 |
| Willowbrook Ford | D 69.8/100 | $377 | 3 |
| Toyota Of Downtown Chicago | D 69.9/100 | $378 | 4 |
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
69 dealers · Avg score: 75/100
Chevrolet
67 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Chrysler
41 dealers · Avg score: 78/100
Toyota
40 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Dodge
39 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Jeep
39 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Hyundai
34 dealers · Avg score: 75/100
Ram
33 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
Honda
33 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Kia
30 dealers · Avg score: 69/100
GMC
29 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Nissan
27 dealers · Avg score: 68/100
Lincoln
25 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Volkswagen
24 dealers · Avg score: 78/100
Buick
22 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
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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 $370, based on 2,931 verified out-the-door quotes from 585 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $30 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 $35 to $2,484.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Illinois?
Hyundai Of Lincolnwood in Lincolnwood is the highest-rated dealer in Illinois with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 8 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. 465 of 722 rated Illinois dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.