Best Car Dealers in Texas
As of October 2026, CarEdge grades 2002 of 4972 Texas car dealers from 9,368 verified out-the-door quotes. Texas's average doc fee is $227.
972 of 2002 rated Texas dealers earn an A · 532 earn a D or F
Data updated Oct 21, 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 2002 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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Brenham, TXNo Pricing Provided
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Arlington, TXNo Pricing Provided
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Fort Worth, TXNo Pricing Provided
Majestic Autogroup
Port Arthur, TXNo Pricing Provided
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Lubbock, TXNo Pricing Provided
Edward Motors
Dallas, TXNo Pricing Provided
First Start Motors LLC
Dallas, TXNo Pricing Provided
Arroyos Xclusive Cars LLC
San Antonio, TXNo Pricing Provided
Areg Motorsports
El Paso, TXNo Pricing Provided
Tito's Auto Sales, Inc
El Paso, TXNo Pricing Provided
Mosing Motorcars
Austin, TXNo Pricing Provided
Makka Auto Sales
Dallas, TXNo Pricing Provided
Ahz Auto Group
Kennedale, TXNo Pricing Provided
Fast Lane Motorsports
Arlington, TXNo Pricing Provided
Car Mart
Austin, TXNo Pricing Provided
Metro Auto Sales
Arlington, TXNo Pricing Provided
Carland
Dallas, TXNo Pricing Provided
Dealermart
Corpus Christi, TXNo Pricing Provided
Mario's Auto Group
South Houston, TXNo Pricing Provided
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 1534 rated Texas dealers is $227, based on 9,368 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. 972 of 2002 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.