Best Car Dealers in Texas
As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 2008 of 5171 Texas car dealers from 9,242 verified out-the-door quotes. Texas's average doc fee is $238.
972 of 2008 rated Texas dealers earn an A · 527 earn a D or F
Data updated Oct 17, 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
17 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 - A99/1002026
James Wood Hyundai
Decatur, TX
8 verified quotes$225doc feeNo add-ons - A98/1002026
Honda of Fort Worth
Fort Worth, TX
26 verified quotes$225doc fee
Verified every month by CarEdge. The grade behind the badge is earned, never bought. Certification never changes a dealer's grade or ranking.
See all 22 certified dealers →Transparency Leaderboard
View all 5171 dealers →Toyota of Denton
Denton, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 32 verified quotes
See the quotesDavid Mcdavid Ford
Fort Worth, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 21 verified quotes
See the quotesLexus of Austin
Austin, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 18 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
Doctor Cars LLC
Houston, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
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Silsbee, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Don Davis Chevrolet Gmc- El Campo
El Campo, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Don Herring Mitsubishi
Plano, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Double R Cars
Addison, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Double R Cars LLC
Addison, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Douglass Mazda
Waco, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Dow Autoplex
Mineola, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Dynamic Imports
Dallas, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Eagle Pre-Owned Cars LLC
San Antonio, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Eag Mt Pleasant
Mount Pleasant, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
East Dallas Automotive
Dallas, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Echopark Houston Southwest
Stafford, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Ed Hicks Infiniti
Corpus Christi, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Elder Chrysler-Dodge-Jeep
Athens, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Eldridge Autoplex
Houston, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Elite Auto Traders
Houston, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Elite Texas Trucks LLC
San Antonio, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Elon Auto Sales LLC
San Antonio, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Emerald Auto Group
Houston, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
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 1552 rated Texas dealers is $238, based on 9,242 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. 972 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 $238. 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.