Best Car Dealers in Texas

As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 2010 of 5182 Texas car dealers from 9,312 verified out-the-door quotes. Texas's average doc fee is $230.

973 of 2010 rated Texas dealers earn an A · 535 earn a D or F

Data updated Oct 19, 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.

$230
Avg Doc Fee
59%
No Add-ons
78/100
Avg Score
9,312
Verified Quotes

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Nyle Maxwell Killeen

Killeen, TX · 14 verified quotes

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
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Huffines Kia Corinth

Corinth, TX · 9 verified quotes

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
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Premier Chevrolet of Littlefield

Littlefield, TX · 8 verified quotes

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
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Cook Ford

Texas City, TX · 6 verified quotes

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
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Freedom Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram North By Ed Morse

Sherman, TX · 5 verified quotes

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
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Monument Chevrolet

Pasadena, TX · 5 verified quotes

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
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Velocity Mazda

Tyler, TX · 5 verified quotes

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
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Vinfast of Forney

Forney, TX · 5 verified quotes

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
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Mac Haik Hyundai

Victoria, TX · 4 verified quotes

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
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Principle Automotive

San Antonio, TX · 4 verified quotes

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
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Sewell Cadillac of San Antonio

San Antonio, TX · 4 verified quotes

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
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Street Toyota

Amarillo, TX · 4 verified quotes

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
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Tipton Hyundai

Brownsville, TX · 4 verified quotes

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
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Bailey Toliver Ford

Stanton, TX · 3 verified quotes

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
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Clay Cooley Volkswagen of Park Cities

Dallas, TX · 3 verified quotes

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
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Frank Kent Cadillac of Arlington

Arlington, TX · 3 verified quotes

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
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Garlyn Shelton

Temple, TX · 3 verified quotes

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
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Garlyn Shelton Buick GMC

Temple, TX · 3 verified quotes

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
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Infiniti of Boerne

Boerne, TX · 3 verified quotes

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
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Lamborghini Dallas

Richardson, TX · 3 verified quotes

No add-ons
D
60/100
Below average
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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 1540 rated Texas dealers is $230, based on 9,312 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. 973 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 $230. 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.