Best Car Dealers in Texas
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 1443 of 4890 Texas car dealers from 7,457 verified out-the-door quotes. Texas's average doc fee is $228.
732 of 1443 rated Texas dealers earn an A · 251 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 26, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Lone Star State
Texas's dealer grade: C
79/100 average transparency score
45th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 1443 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 4890 dealers →Camp County Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Pittsburg, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesDallas Lease Returns
Farmers Branch, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesDavid Mcdavid Ford
Fort Worth, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesDoggett Honda Of Beaumont
Beaumont, TXBeaumont, TX
Doggett Ford Lincoln Of Beaumont
Beaumont, TXBeaumont, TX
Doggett Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Beaumont, TXBeaumont, TX
Acura Of The Rio Grande Valley
San Juan, TXSan Juan, TX
All American Chevrolet Of Midland
Midland, TXMidland, TX
World Car Mazda - New Braunfels
New Braunfels, TXNew Braunfels, TX
South Point Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram
Austin, TXAustin, TX
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Palestine Toyota
Palestine, TX · 8 verified quotes
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Wichita Falls, TX · 4 verified quotes
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Houston, TX · 15 verified quotes
Top Line Auto Inc.
Dallas, TX · 3 verified quotes
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Houston, TX · 8 verified quotes
Toyota Of Longview
Longview, TX · 8 verified quotes
Toyota Of Midland
Midland, TX · 11 verified quotes
Bacon Auto Ranch
Athens, TX · 3 verified quotes
Baker Nissan
Jersey Village, TX · 4 verified quotes
Toyota Wichita Falls
Wichita Falls, TX · 3 verified quotes
Mercedes-Benz Of Waco
Waco, TX · 4 verified quotes
Mercedes-Benz Of Mckinney
Mckinney, TX · 8 verified quotes
Mercedes-Benz Of Lubbock
Lubbock, TX · 6 verified quotes
Mercedes-Benz Of Boerne
Boerne, TX · 8 verified quotes
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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 1077 rated Texas dealers is $228, based on 7,457 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. Texas sets no legal cap on doc fees.
Who are the best car dealers in Texas?
Camp County Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, Dallas Lease Returns, David Mcdavid Ford lead the Texas transparency rankings. 732 of 1443 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 $228. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 54% 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.