Best Car Dealers in Texas
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 1230 of 4885 Texas car dealers from 6,207 verified out-the-door quotes. Texas's average doc fee is $197.
598 of 1230 rated Texas dealers earn an A · 223 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 6, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Lone Star State
Texas's dealer grade: C
79/100 average transparency score
46th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 1230 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 4885 dealers →Porsche Austin
Austin, TX
$28 above the Texas average
No mandatory add-ons · 8 verified quotes
See the quotesPorsche Dallas
Dallas, TX
$28 above the Texas average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesRoger Beasley Mazda South
Austin, TX
$28 above the Texas average
No mandatory add-ons · 11 verified quotes
See the quotesRoger Beasley Mazda Of Georgetown
Georgetown, TXGeorgetown, TX
Roger Beasley Mazda Central
Austin, TXAustin, TX
Team Autoplex
Houston, TXHouston, TX
BMW Of Austin
Austin, TXAustin, TX
Texas Toyota Of Grapevine
Grapevine, TXGrapevine, TX
Huffines Kia Mckinney
McKinney, TXMcKinney, TX
Huffines Hyundai Mckinney
McKinney, TXMcKinney, TX
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More Dealers in Texas
Chicho's Auto Sales
Austin, TX
Chiefs Pursuit Surplus
Hempstead, TX
Chihuahua Auto Sales
Perryton, TX
Chimax Auto Sales
San Antonio, TX
Choice Auto Llc
Houston, TX
Christians Autoplex
Amarillo, TX
Christoy Investments Int'l Llc
Houston, TX
Chrome Auto
Houston, TX
Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM Of Calallen
Corpus Christi, TX
Chuck Brown Ford
Schulenburg, TX
Chuy's Motors Inc
El Paso, TX
Circle B Sales
Pittsburg, TX
Circle T Motors Inc
Gonzales, TX
Citizen Auto Finance
Houston, TX
City Auto Sales
Brazoria, TX
City Limits Nissan
Austin, TX
City Motor Company
Waco, TX
Citywide Motors
Garland, TX
Cj Auto Sales Llc
San Antonio, TX
Cl Auto Sales Inc
Brownsville, TX
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Texas doc fee law
Texas sets no hard cap, but documentary fees must be "reasonable" and dealers charging over $225 must give notice to the state. Many Texas dealers cluster near that threshold; a fee far above it is a negotiation signal.
Texas Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Texas?
As of July 2026, the average documentation fee at 1230 rated Texas dealers is $197, based on 6,207 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. Texas sets no legal cap on doc fees.
Who are the best car dealers in Texas?
Porsche Austin, Porsche Dallas, Roger Beasley Mazda South lead the Texas transparency rankings. 598 of 1230 rated Texas dealers earned an A grade for fair fees, minimal add-ons, and honest pricing.
How are Texas dealers graded?
Each dealer is scored 0-100 from verified out-the-door price quotes: fee transparency (30%), add-on behavior (30%), price accuracy (30%), and data quality (10%). Grades update as new Texas quotes are verified.
How Texas compares to its neighbors
Average doc fees next door. Crossing a state line can change what the dealer charges.
Tips for Buying a Car in Texas
- Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in Texas is $197. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 51% of dealers in Texas charge no mandatory add-ons.
- Get multiple quotes: Request OTD quotes from at least 3 dealers to compare total prices, not just sticker prices.
- Check transparency scores: Dealers with scores above 80 typically have fair doc fees and minimal add-ons.