Best Car Dealers in Texas
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 1309 of 4894 Texas car dealers from 6,557 verified out-the-door quotes. Texas's average doc fee is $234.
649 of 1309 rated Texas dealers earn an A · 233 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 17, 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 1309 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 4894 dealers →Houston Auto Land
Houston, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesHelfman River Oaks Chrysler Jeep Dodge
Houston, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 8 verified quotes
See the quotesHuffines Chevrolet Plano
Plano, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 8 verified quotes
See the quotesHuffines Hyundai Mckinney
McKinney, TXMcKinney, TX
Huffines Kia Mckinney
McKinney, TXMcKinney, TX
Classic Auto Park
Texarkana, TXTexarkana, TX
Classic Honda Galveston
Galveston, TXGalveston, TX
Classic Toyota Galveston
Galveston, TXGalveston, TX
Gunn Nissan
San Antonio, TXSan Antonio, TX
Lithia Toyota Of Odessa
Odessa, TXOdessa, TX
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More Dealers in Texas
Mia Motor Sport
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Houston, TX
Michael Poutous Auto Sales
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Mickdiesel Motorplex
Amarillo, TX
Mid Tex Auto Sales
Austin, TX
Midax Llc
Houston, TX
Midcity Auto
Haltom City, TX
Midland Chevrolet
Midland, TX
Midland Cjd
Midland, TX
Midland Motors
Midland, TX
Midpoint Auto Group
Carrollton, TX
Midtown Motor Company
San Antonio, TX
Midtown Motors
Amarillo, TX
Midway Auto Group
Addison, TX
Midway Cars Direct
Carrollton, TX
Midwest Auto Group
Houston, TX
Mighty Motors
Houston, TX
Miguel Auto Fleet
Grand Prairie, TX
Mike Mcgee Motors Inc.
Waco, TX
Mike Perry Chevrolet
San Augustine, 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 1003 rated Texas dealers is $234, based on 6,557 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. Texas sets no legal cap on doc fees.
Who are the best car dealers in Texas?
Houston Auto Land, Helfman River Oaks Chrysler Jeep Dodge, Huffines Chevrolet Plano lead the Texas transparency rankings. 649 of 1309 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 $234. 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.