Best Car Dealers in Texas
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 1312 of 4893 Texas car dealers from 6,579 verified out-the-door quotes. Texas's average doc fee is $234.
650 of 1312 rated Texas dealers earn an A · 229 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 1312 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 4893 dealers →BMW Of Tyler
Tyler, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesClassic Toyota Galveston
Galveston, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesHerb Easley Motors
Wichita Falls, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesAuto Land Of Texas
Cypress, TXCypress, TX
Universal Toyota
San Antonio, TXSan Antonio, TX
Porsche Austin
Austin, TXAustin, TX
Mac Haik Ford Pasadena
Pasadena, TXPasadena, TX
Porsche Dallas
Dallas, TXDallas, TX
Team Autoplex
Houston, TXHouston, TX
Moritz Kia Of Hurst
Hurst, TXHurst, TX
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North Star Auto Sales Llc
San Antonio, TX
North Texas Auto Investors Poor Credit-no Credit Financing
Alvarado, TX
North Texas Autos
Denton, TX
North Texas Direct
Mansfield, TX
Northcrest Auto
Lacy Lakeview, TX
Northeast Motor Company
Universal City, TX
Northside Alfa Romeo of Houston
Spring, TX
Northside Auto Group
San Antonio, TX
Northside Chevy
San Antonio, TX
Northside Imports Houston
Spring, TX
Northside Motor
Plano, TX
Northtown Auto Center
Houston, 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 6,579 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. Texas sets no legal cap on doc fees.
Who are the best car dealers in Texas?
BMW Of Tyler, Classic Toyota Galveston, Herb Easley Motors lead the Texas transparency rankings. 650 of 1312 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.