Illinois Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Illinois? We analyzed 3,360 verified OTD quotes from 980 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of October 2026, the average doc fee at 821 rated Illinois dealers is $380, $24 below the national average, based on 3,360 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Oct 4, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Prairie State
Illinois's dealer grade: B
84/100 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 $380.
- 654 of 980 rated Illinois dealers earned an A for transparency; 183 earned a D or F.
- Mercedes-Benz of St. Charles in St. Charles is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 5 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Illinois range from $35 to $1,790 — Midway Autohaus charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Illinois is accessories, appearing on 38% of itemized quotes at an average of $1,183.
Illinois Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Illinois
The most transparent dealers in Illinois, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Mercedes-Benz of St. Charles
St. Charles, IL
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesMercedes-Benz of Chicago
Chicago, IL
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesHaggerty Ford
West Chicago, IL
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesMclaughlin Motors
Moline, ILMoline, IL
Mcgrath Lexus of Westmont
Westmont, ILWestmont, IL
Mcgrath Elmhurst Toyota
Elmhurst, ILElmhurst, IL
Heller Lincoln of Pontiac
Pontiac, ILPontiac, IL
Mcgrath Acura of Westmont
Westmont, ILWestmont, IL
Honda of Downtown Chicago
Chicago, ILChicago, IL
Howard Orloff Imports
Chicago, ILChicago, IL
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Highest Doc Fees in Illinois
These Illinois dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $380.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Midway Autohaus | $1,663 | 5 |
| 2 | Bunt Motors Inc | $1,273 | 4 |
| 3 | Fields BMW | $949 | 11 |
| 4 | Driven Auto of Oak Forest | $870 | 4 |
| 5 | Bachrodt BMW | $832 | 3 |
| 6 | Nissan of Elgin | $749 | 6 |
| 7 | Bachrodt On State | $729 | 5 |
| 8 | Lou Bachrodt Auto Mall | $728 | 3 |
| 9 | Elgin Kia | $632 | 8 |
| 10 | Toyota of Fox Lake | $553 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dream Nissan Midwest | F 21/100 | — | 3 |
| Freeport Ford | F 40/100 | $368 | 3 |
| Court Street Ford | F 45/100 | — | 3 |
| Ravenite Motor Cars | F 47/100 | — | 3 |
| Bachrodt On State | F 54/100 | $729 | 5 |
| Terry's Ford of Peotone | F 54/100 | — | 3 |
| Oakbrook Toyota In Westmont | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Arlington Nissan | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Highland Park Ford | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| World Hyundai Matteson | D 60/100 | — | 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
93 dealers · Avg score: 78/100
Chevrolet
83 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Chrysler
53 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Dodge
49 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Jeep
49 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Toyota
43 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Ram
42 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
GMC
38 dealers · Avg score: 88/100
Honda
36 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Hyundai
35 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Kia
32 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Nissan
31 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Buick
27 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Lincoln
26 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
Volkswagen
25 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 October 2026, the average documentation fee in Illinois is $380, based on 3,360 verified out-the-door quotes from 821 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $24 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 $35 to $1,790.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Illinois?
Mercedes-Benz of St. Charles in St. Charles 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. 654 of 980 rated Illinois dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.