Best Car Dealers in Texas
As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 2008 of 4970 Texas car dealers from 9,488 verified out-the-door quotes. Texas's average doc fee is $227.
981 of 2008 rated Texas dealers earn an A · 530 earn a D or F
Data updated Oct 24, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Lone Star State
Texas's dealer grade: C
78/100 average transparency score
46th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 2008 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
18 verified quotes$225doc feeNo add-ons - A100/1002026
Mac Haik Chevrolet
Houston, TX
14 verified quotes$225doc feeNo add-ons - A100/1002026
James Wood Chevrolet
Decatur, TX
11 verified quotes$225doc feeNo add-ons - A100/1002026
Joe Myers Kia
Houston, TX
5 verified quotes$225doc feeNo add-ons - A100/1002026
Toyota of Richardson
Richardson, TX
3 verified quotes$225doc feeNo add-ons - A99/1002026
James Wood Hyundai
Decatur, TX
8 verified quotes$225doc feeNo add-ons
The grade behind the badge is earned, never bought. Certification never changes a dealer's grade or ranking.
See all 23 certified dealers →Transparency Leaderboard
View all 4970 dealers →Toyota of Denton
Denton, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 34 verified quotes
See the quotesDavid Mcdavid Ford
Fort Worth, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 28 verified quotes
See the quotesLexus of Austin
Austin, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 19 verified quotes
See the quotesTexas Toyota of Grapevine
CertifiedGrapevine, TXGrapevine, TX
Helfman River Oaks Chrysler Jeep Dodge
Houston, TXHouston, TX
Mac Haik Chevrolet
CertifiedHouston, TXHouston, TX
Cleo Bay Subaru
Killeen, TXKilleen, TX
Genesis of Nw San Antonio
Boerne, TXBoerne, TX
Toyota of Longview
Longview, TXLongview, TX
Ultimate Motorsports
Houston, TXHouston, TX
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More Dealers in Texas
El Campeon Auto Drive, LLC
El Paso, TX
El Dorado Chevrolet
Mckinney, TX
El Paso Auto Solutions
El Paso, TX
El Primo Auto Group LLC
Dallas, TX
El Toro Auto Group
Boerne, TX
Elder Mitsubishi Killeen
Killeen, TX
Elevated Auto Solutions
San Antonio, TX
Elite American Autos
Arlington, TX
Elite Auto Financial
Plano, TX
Elite Auto of Lubbock
Lubbock, TX
Elite Bmers & Benz
Spring, TX
Elite Motor Services
Dallas, TX
Elite Motors
El Paso, TX
Elite Motorsports
Austin, TX
Ella Blvd Motors
Houston, TX
Elliff Motors
Harlingen, TX
Elliott Autos
Killeen, TX
Embassy Auto Group LLC
San Antonio, TX
Emilio's Auto Sales
San Antonio, TX
Empire Auto Group San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
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 1540 rated Texas dealers is $227, based on 9,488 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. 981 of 2008 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 $227. 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.