Best Car Dealers in Texas

As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 2000 of 4972 Texas car dealers from 9,348 verified out-the-door quotes. Texas's average doc fee is $227.

971 of 2000 rated Texas dealers earn an A · 532 earn a D or F

Data updated Oct 20, 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 2000 dealers with verified quotes.

$227

Avg Doc Fee

59%

No Add-ons

78/100

Avg Score

9,348

Verified Quotes

CarEdge Certified dealers in Texas

These dealers guarantee an all-in out-the-door price up front and no surprise add-ons.

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Browse Dealers by Brand in Texas

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Toyota of Denton

Denton, TX

No mandatory add-ons · 33 verified quotes

David Mcdavid Ford

Fort Worth, TX

No mandatory add-ons · 27 verified quotes

Lexus of Austin

Austin, TX

No mandatory add-ons · 18 verified quotes

Texas Toyota of Grapevine

Grapevine, TX

Helfman River Oaks Chrysler Jeep Dodge

Houston, TX

Mac Haik Chevrolet

Houston, TX

Cleo Bay Subaru

Killeen, TX

Genesis of Nw San Antonio

Boerne, TX

Toyota of Longview

Longview, TX

Ultimate Motorsports

Houston, TX

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More Dealers in Texas

Auto Express

Dallas, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data

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Northside Honda

San Antonio, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$225doc fee$3,883add-ons

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Friendly Auto Sales

San Antonio, TX · 2 verified quotesLimited data

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Principle BMW of Corpus Christi

Corpus Christi, TX · 2 verified quotesLimited data

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Volkswagen of Corpus Christi

Corpus Christi, TX · 2 verified quotesLimited data

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Best Royal Car Sales

Dallas, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data

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Charlie Clark Chevrolet GMC

Stanton, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data

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Colony Auto Group

Stafford, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data

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Diamond Motors

San Antonio, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data

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Eag Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Carthage

Carthage, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data

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Eagle Automotive Group

Tyler, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data

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Paris Ford

Paris, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data

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Success Motors LLC

College Station, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data

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Carnia Motors

Austin, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data

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Conroe Autoplex LLC

Conroe, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data

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Drive Volvo Cars Sugarland

TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$225doc fee$2,235add-ons

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Durrett Motor Company

Houston, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$225doc fee$3,000add-ons

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Group 1 Acura Southwest Houston

Houston, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$225doc fee$1,995add-ons

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Lumos Acura

San Juan, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data

$225doc fee$2,995add-ons

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Ronz Motors

China Grove, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data

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Dealers by City in Texas

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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 1533 rated Texas dealers is $227, based on 9,348 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. 971 of 2000 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.

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How Texas compares to its neighbors

Average doc fees next door. Crossing a state line can change what the dealer charges.

$538 avg doc fee

$311 more than Texas

$421 avg doc fee

$194 more than Texas

$394 avg doc fee

$167 more than Texas

$131 avg doc fee

$96 less than Texas

Tips for Buying a Car in Texas

Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in Texas is $227. 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.