Best Car Dealers in Texas
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 1376 of 4877 Texas car dealers from 7,018 verified out-the-door quotes. Texas's average doc fee is $233.
692 of 1376 rated Texas dealers earn an A · 247 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 23, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Lone Star State
Texas's dealer grade: C
78/100 average transparency score
44th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 1376 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 4877 dealers →Mcdavid Ford Fort Worth
Fort Worth, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 13 verified quotes
See the quotesMcdavid Lincoln
Frisco, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 11 verified quotes
See the quotesGriffith Ford San Marcos
San Marcos, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesMcgavock Nissan Amarillo
Amarillo, TXAmarillo, TX
Al Willeford Chevrolet
Portland, TXPortland, TX
Bayer Motor
Comanche, TXComanche, TX
Group 1 Subaru El Paso
El Paso, TXEl Paso, TX
Bayer Auto Group
Comanche, TXComanche, TX
Toyota Of Denton
Denton, TXDenton, TX
Auto Land Of Texas
Cypress, TXCypress, TX
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More Dealers in Texas
Wharton GMC
Wharton, TX
Whatacars Auto Group Llc
Dallas, TX
Wheelstone Auto Sales
La Porte, TX
Whips
Carrollton, TX
Whipz Houston
Houston, TX
Whiteface Ford
Hereford, TX
Whiteside Motors
Austin, TX
Whiz Motor Co
Chappell Hill, TX
Wiesner Buick GMC
Conroe, TX
Wiesner Cadillac
Huntsville, TX
Wiesner Of Huntsville
Huntsville, TX
Wiesner Trucks
Conroe, TX
Wiesner, Inc. - Huntsville
Huntsville, TX
Wilborn Motor Co
Fort Worth, TX
Williams Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM
Weatherford, TX
Williams Group Auto
Abilene, TX
Wills Point Chevrolet
Wills Point, TX
Wills Point Ford, Inc.
Wills Point, TX
Wilmer Auto Sales
Houston, TX
Wilson Auto Sales
Chandler, TX
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 1031 rated Texas dealers is $233, based on 7,018 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. Texas sets no legal cap on doc fees.
Who are the best car dealers in Texas?
Mcdavid Ford Fort Worth, Mcdavid Lincoln, Griffith Ford San Marcos lead the Texas transparency rankings. 692 of 1376 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 $233. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 53% 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.