Best Car Dealers in Texas
As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 1960 of 5173 Texas car dealers from 8,950 verified out-the-door quotes. Texas's average doc fee is $239.
921 of 1960 rated Texas dealers earn an A · 535 earn a D or F
Data updated Oct 5, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Lone Star State
Texas's dealer grade: C
77/100 average transparency score
46th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 1960 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
15 verified quotes$225doc feeNo add-ons - A100/1002026
Joe Myers Kia
Houston, TX
4 verified quotes$225doc feeNo add-ons - A99/1002026
Five Star Ford North Richland Hills
North Richland Hills, TX
7 verified quotes$225doc feeNo add-ons - A98/1002026
Honda of Fort Worth
Fort Worth, TX
26 verified quotes$225doc fee - A98/1002026
Vandergriff Hyundai
Arlington, TX
6 verified quotes$225doc feeNo add-ons - A97/1002026
Family Toyota of Arlington
Arlington, TX
116 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.
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View all 5173 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 · 19 verified quotes
See the quotesTexas Toyota of Grapevine
CertifiedGrapevine, TXGrapevine, TX
Cleo Bay Subaru
Killeen, TXKilleen, TX
Helfman River Oaks Chrysler Jeep Dodge
Houston, TXHouston, TX
Ultimate Motorsports
Houston, TXHouston, TX
Genesis of Nw San Antonio
Boerne, TXBoerne, TX
Toyota of Longview
Longview, TXLongview, TX
Allen Samuels Chry Dodge Jeep
Waco, TXWaco, TX
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More Dealers in Texas
Group 1 Honda South San Antonio
San Antonio, TX · 6 verified quotes
Vandergriff Hyundai
Arlington, TX · 6 verified quotes
Georgetown Infiniti
Georgetown, TX · 5 verified quotes
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Taylor, TX · 5 verified quotes
Peltier Nissan
Tyler, TX · 5 verified quotes
Sterling Acura of Austin
Austin, TX · 5 verified quotes
Hooks Lincoln
Fort Worth, TX · 4 verified quotes
Mac Haik Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram
Houston, TX · 4 verified quotes
Premier Autos of Dallas
Addison, TX · 4 verified quotes
Roger Beasley Mazda Georgetown
Georgetown, TX · 4 verified quotes
Roger Beasley Mazda of Georgetown
Georgetown, TX · 4 verified quotes
Family Toyota of Arlington
Arlington, TX · 116 verified quotes
Red Mccombs Hyundai Northwest
San Antonio, TX · 30 verified quotes
Group 1 Buick GMC South
Houston, TX · 22 verified quotes
Southwest Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Cleburne, TX · 19 verified quotes
North Central Ford
Richardson, TX · 13 verified quotes
Red Mccombs Superior Hyundai
San Antonio, TX · 13 verified quotes
Tommie Vaughn Ford
Houston, TX · 13 verified quotes
Group 1 Mazda Denton
Denton, TX · 12 verified quotes
Park Place Motorcars Arlington
Arlington, TX · 11 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 1504 rated Texas dealers is $239, based on 8,950 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. 921 of 1960 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 $239. 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.