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.
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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Toyota of Katy
Katy, TX · 36 verified quotes
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Buda, TX · 15 verified quotes
Cavender Grande Ford
San Antonio, TX · 10 verified quotes
Bud Cross Ford, Inc
Caldwell, TX · 7 verified quotes
Vanguard Kia of Arlington
Arlington, TX · 48 verified quotes
Sam Pack's Five Star Ford
Carrollton, TX · 9 verified quotes
Lewisville Volkswagen
Lewisville, TX · 6 verified quotes
Casa Kia
El Paso, TX · 4 verified quotes
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Houston, TX · 4 verified quotes
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Baytown, TX · 10 verified quotes
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Plano, TX · 7 verified quotes
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Arlington, TX · 4 verified quotes
Lamborghini Houston
Houston, TX · 5 verified quotes
Toyota of Paris
Paris, TX · 6 verified quotes
Clay Cooley Chevrolet of Dallas
Dallas, TX · 8 verified quotes
Nissan of Victoria
Victoria, TX · 6 verified quotes
Charlie Clark Infiniti of El Paso
El Paso, TX · 3 verified quotes
Toyota of Waco
Waco, TX · 3 verified quotes
Frank Kent Cadillac
Fort Worth, TX · 5 verified quotes
Hillsboro Ford
Hillsboro, TX · 9 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 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.