Best Car Dealers in Texas
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 1264 of 4877 Texas car dealers from 6,359 verified out-the-door quotes. Texas's average doc fee is $230.
623 of 1264 rated Texas dealers earn an A · 231 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 11, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Lone Star State
Texas's dealer grade: C
79/100 average transparency score
44th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 1264 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 4877 dealers →Autonation Mercedes-Benz Of Houston North
Houston, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 15 verified quotes
See the quotesLand Rover Dfw
Dallas, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesDavid Mcdavid Honda Of Frisco
Frisco, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 8 verified quotes
See the quotesDavid Mcdavid Ford
Fort Worth, TXFort Worth, TX
Group 1 Subaru El Paso
El Paso, TXEl Paso, TX
Bacon Auto Ranch
Athens, TXAthens, TX
Fred Haas Toyota Country
Houston, TXHouston, TX
Classic Auto Park
Texarkana, TXTexarkana, TX
Freeman Buick-Gmc
Grapevine, TXGrapevine, TX
Freeman Toyota
Hurst, TXHurst, TX
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More Dealers in Texas
Elite Automotive
El Paso, TX
Elite Bmers & Benz
Spring, TX
Elite Car Company
Dallas, TX
Elite Motors
El Paso, TX
Elite Motorsports
Austin, TX
Ella Blvd Motors
Houston, TX
Elliff Motors
Harlingen, TX
Elliott Autos
Killeen, TX
Elon Auto Sales Llc
San Antonio, TX
Embassy Auto Group Llc
San Antonio, TX
Emerald Auto Group
Houston, TX
Emilio's Auto Sales
San Antonio, TX
Emilios Auto Sales
San Antonio, TX
Emmanuel Auto Sales
Grand Prairie, TX
Empire Auto Group
San Antonio, TX
Encino Motors
Floresville, TX
Encore Motors Lbk
Lubbock, TX
English Motors
Brownsville, TX
Enterprise Auto Center
El Paso, TX
Enterprise Auto Group
Austin, TX
Dealers by City in Texas
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 981 rated Texas dealers is $230, based on 6,359 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. Texas sets no legal cap on doc fees.
Who are the best car dealers in Texas?
Autonation Mercedes-Benz Of Houston North, Land Rover Dfw, David Mcdavid Honda Of Frisco lead the Texas transparency rankings. 623 of 1264 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 $230. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 52% 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.