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.
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
Vandergriff Hyundai
Arlington, TX
6 verified quotes$225doc feeNo add-ons
The grade behind the badge is earned, never bought. Certification never changes a dealer's grade or ranking.
See all 23 certified dealers →Transparency Leaderboard
View all 4972 dealers →Toyota of Denton
Denton, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 33 verified quotes
See the quotesDavid Mcdavid Ford
Fort Worth, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 27 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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Orr Motor Company
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Brownsville, TX · 2 verified quotesLimited data
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San Antonio, TX · 2 verified quotesLimited data
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El Paso, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
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Mineola, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
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Alice, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Richard Karr Buick GMC
Waco, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
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Laredo, TX · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Ennis Ford
Ennis, TX · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Avis Car Sales Katy
Katy, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Brinson Ford of Corsicana
Corsicana, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Mclaren Houston
Houston, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Granger Chevrolet
Orange, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Bacon Chevrolet
Frankston, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Paris Chevrolet GMC
Paris, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
American Lift Aids
Tyler, TX · 2 verified quotesLimited data
Fiesta Nissan
Edinburg, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Gunn Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Seguin, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
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Orange, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
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.
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 $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.