Best Car Dealers in Texas
As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 1969 of 5158 Texas car dealers from 9,018 verified out-the-door quotes. Texas's average doc fee is $239.
931 of 1969 rated Texas dealers earn an A · 536 earn a D or F
Data updated Oct 8, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Lone Star State
Texas's dealer grade: C
77/100 average transparency score
46th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 1969 dealers with verified quotes.
CarEdge Certified dealers in Texas
These dealers guarantee an all-in out-the-door price up front and no surprise add-ons.
- A100/1002026
Texas Toyota of Grapevine
Grapevine, TX
16 verified quotes$225doc feeNo add-ons - A100/1002026
Joe Myers Kia
Houston, TX
4 verified quotes$225doc feeNo add-ons - A99/1002026
Five Star Ford North Richland Hills
North Richland Hills, TX
7 verified quotes$225doc feeNo add-ons - A98/1002026
Honda of Fort Worth
Fort Worth, TX
26 verified quotes$225doc fee - A98/1002026
Vandergriff Hyundai
Arlington, TX
6 verified quotes$225doc feeNo add-ons - A97/1002026
Family Toyota of Arlington
Arlington, TX
115 verified quotes$225doc fee
Verified every month by CarEdge. The grade behind the badge is earned, never bought. Certification never changes a dealer's grade or ranking.
See all 14 certified dealers →Transparency Leaderboard
View all 5158 dealers →Toyota of Denton
Denton, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 32 verified quotes
See the quotesDavid Mcdavid Ford
Fort Worth, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 23 verified quotes
See the quotesLexus of Austin
Austin, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 18 verified quotes
See the quotesTexas Toyota of Grapevine
CertifiedGrapevine, TXGrapevine, TX
Cleo Bay Subaru
Killeen, TXKilleen, TX
Helfman River Oaks Chrysler Jeep Dodge
Houston, TXHouston, TX
Genesis of Nw San Antonio
Boerne, TXBoerne, TX
Toyota of Longview
Longview, TXLongview, TX
Ultimate Motorsports
Houston, TXHouston, TX
Allen Samuels Chry Dodge Jeep
Waco, TXWaco, TX
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Boerne, TX · 8 verified quotes
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Pharr, TX · 7 verified quotes
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Denton, TX · 6 verified quotes
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Dealerships, TX · 6 verified quotes
Lost Pines Toyota
Bastrop, TX · 6 verified quotes
Mercedes-Benz of the Woodlands
The Woodlands, TX · 6 verified quotes
Moritz Kia of Alliance
Fort Worth, TX · 6 verified quotes
Roger Beasley Mazda Leander
Leander, TX · 6 verified quotes
Valmark Chevrolet
New Braunfels, TX · 6 verified quotes
Autonation Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Spring
Spring, TX · 5 verified quotes
Holiday Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Graham, TX · 5 verified quotes
Star Motor Cars
Houston, TX · 5 verified quotes
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Waco, TX · 5 verified quotes
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Grapevine, TX · 3 verified quotes
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Texas doc fee law
Texas law caps dealer documentation fees at approximately $225. A doc fee above that level on a Texas quote is worth challenging before you sign.
Texas Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Texas?
As of October 2026, the average documentation fee at 1512 rated Texas dealers is $239, based on 9,018 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. State law caps Texas doc fees at approximately $225.
Who are the best car dealers in Texas?
Toyota of Denton, David Mcdavid Ford, Lexus of Austin lead the Texas transparency rankings. 931 of 1969 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 $239. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 59% 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.