Best Car Dealers in Texas
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 1246 of 4868 Texas car dealers from 6,273 verified out-the-door quotes. Texas's average doc fee is $200.
608 of 1246 rated Texas dealers earn an A · 225 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 8, 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 1246 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 4868 dealers →Doggett Ford Lincoln Of Beaumont
Beaumont, TX
$25 above the Texas average
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesNorth Park Lexus Rio Grande Valley
San Juan, TX
$25 above the Texas average
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesGriffith Ford San Marcos
San Marcos, TX
$25 above the Texas average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesAutonation Mercedes-Benz Of Houston North
Houston, TXHouston, TX
Group 1 Subaru El Paso
El Paso, TXEl Paso, TX
Doggett Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Beaumont, TXBeaumont, TX
Texas Toyota Of Grapevine
Grapevine, TXGrapevine, TX
Huffines Kia Mckinney
McKinney, TXMcKinney, TX
Huffines Hyundai Mckinney
McKinney, TXMcKinney, TX
Huffines Chevrolet Plano
Plano, TXPlano, TX
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More Dealers in Texas
Daystar Auto Sales
Galveston, TX
Daytona Motors
El Paso, TX
De La Paz Auto Sales Inc.
Houston, TX
De-ag Auto & Logistics Services Llc
Garland, TX
Deal 4 U Auto Sales
Houston, TX
Dealermart
Corpus Christi, TX
Dealership Alternative Llc
Seagoville, TX
Deals 4 Wheels Auto Sales
San Antonio, TX
Dean Motor Cars Inc
Houston, TX
Del Bravo Motors
El Paso, TX
Delavega Autoplex Llc
Pharr, TX
Demetry Automotive
Houston, TX
Demontrond Chevrolet
Texas City, TX
Demontrond Ford
Cleveland, TX
Demontrond Hyundai
Texas City, TX
Demontrond Kia
Houston, TX
Demontrond Mitsubishi
Texas City, TX
Demontrond Volkswagen Of Conroe
Conroe, TX
Demontrond Volvo Cars
Houston, TX
Denali Auto Sales
Plano, 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 1246 rated Texas dealers is $200, based on 6,273 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. Texas sets no legal cap on doc fees.
Who are the best car dealers in Texas?
Doggett Ford Lincoln Of Beaumont, North Park Lexus Rio Grande Valley, Griffith Ford San Marcos lead the Texas transparency rankings. 608 of 1246 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 $200. 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.