Electric Vehicle Title Transfer in Illinois
Transferring an EV title in Illinois follows the same process as a standard car title — with a few important differences: EV tax credits, battery health disclosure, and state-specific road use fees that only apply to EVs.
EV Tax Credits in Illinois
Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) offers up to $4,000 rebate for new EVs purchased by income-qualifying Illinois residents. Stacks with federal credit.
Illinois does not currently offer a state rebate for used EV purchases. The federal IRA used vehicle credit applies through qualifying dealers.
Required Documents in Illinois
Illinois Secretary of State handles EV title transfers the same as ICE vehicles. No EV-specific forms required.
Illinois's $150 title fee applies to all vehicles including EVs. EVs also pay an additional annual registration fee of $100 (above standard registration) as a road use contribution — making the first-year total cost of title + registration notably higher than neighboring states.
EV Title Transfer FAQ — Illinois
For dealer purchases: Federal $4,000 used EV credit (IRA §25E). Illinois does not currently offer a state rebate for used EV purchases. The federal IRA used vehicle credit applies through qualifying dealers. State credit: $4,000 Illinois EV Rebate (income-qualifying buyers). Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) offers up to $4,000 rebate for new EVs purchased by income-qualifying Illinois residents. Stacks with federal credit.
Illinois does not currently require a mandatory battery health disclosure. Illinois does not require battery health disclosure. Buyers of used EVs should request a battery SoH report before purchase.
The title transfer fee for an electric vehicle in Illinois is $150. Illinois's $150 title fee is the highest of any major state and applies equally to EVs.
ComEd and Ameren Illinois charger rebates: $200–$500. ComEd and Ameren offer EV charger rebates for residential customers. The Illinois Electric Vehicle Act also requires utilities to support charging infrastructure. Check your utility's program directly.