Best Car Dealers in Texas
As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 2010 of 5182 Texas car dealers from 9,309 verified out-the-door quotes. Texas's average doc fee is $232.
975 of 2010 rated Texas dealers earn an A · 529 earn a D or F
Data updated Oct 18, 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 2010 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
18 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
27 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 5182 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 · 23 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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Haq Motors Tx
Spring, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
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Port Arthur, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
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McKinney, TX · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Rockwall CDJR
Rockwall, TX · 2 verified quotesLimited data
San Marcos Auto Center
San Marcos, TX · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Autonation Honda South Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Bluebonnet Motors Lincoln
New Braunfels, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Shottenkirk Kia Fort Bend
Rosenberg, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Shottenkirk Prosper
Prosper, TX · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Casa Nissan
El Paso, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Classic Chevy Hwy 6
Houston, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Principle Hyundai Boerne
Boerne, TX · 12 verified quotes
Shottenkirk Toyota Weatherford
Hudson Oaks, TX · 12 verified quotes
Ecarone
Plano, TX · 8 verified quotes
Vandergriff Acura
Arlington, TX · 8 verified quotes
Toyota of Rockwall
Rockwall, TX · 7 verified quotes
Dallas Direct Auto
Irving, TX · 6 verified quotes
Longhorn Nissan
Bedford, TX · 8 verified quotes
Zt Automotive
Houston, TX · 9 verified quotes
Shottenkirk Nissan Katy
Katy, TX · 6 verified quotes
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 1547 rated Texas dealers is $232, based on 9,309 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. 975 of 2010 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 $232. 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.