Best Car Dealers in Texas
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 1442 of 4889 Texas car dealers from 7,454 verified out-the-door quotes. Texas's average doc fee is $227.
733 of 1442 rated Texas dealers earn an A · 251 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 25, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Lone Star State
Texas's dealer grade: C
79/100 average transparency score
45th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 1442 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 4889 dealers →Porsche Dallas
Dallas, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesWorld Car Mazda - New Braunfels
New Braunfels, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesMcgavock Nissan Amarillo
Amarillo, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesGene Messer Hyundai
Lubbock, TXLubbock, TX
Doggett Honda Of Beaumont
Beaumont, TXBeaumont, TX
Gilchrist Chevrolet
Houston, TXHouston, TX
Dallas Lease Returns
Farmers Branch, TXFarmers Branch, TX
Lithia Toyota Of Odessa
Odessa, TXOdessa, TX
Toyota Of Longview
Longview, TXLongview, TX
Doggett Ford Lincoln Of Beaumont
Beaumont, TXBeaumont, TX
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Georgetown, TX · 3 verified quotes
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Plano, TX · 3 verified quotes
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Boerne, TX · 8 verified quotes
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Arlington, TX · 4 verified quotes
Texas Toyota Of Grapevine
Grapevine, TX · 10 verified quotes
Audi Fort Worth
Benbrook, TX · 11 verified quotes
Land Rover Dfw
Dallas, TX · 6 verified quotes
Mercedes-Benz Of Lubbock
Lubbock, TX · 6 verified quotes
Team Autoplex
Houston, TX · 4 verified quotes
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Mckinney, TX · 8 verified quotes
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Palestine, TX · 8 verified quotes
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Texas doc fee law
Texas sets no hard cap, but documentary fees must be "reasonable" and dealers charging over $225 must give notice to the state. Many Texas dealers cluster near that threshold; a fee far above it is a negotiation signal.
Texas Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Texas?
As of July 2026, the average documentation fee at 1075 rated Texas dealers is $227, based on 7,454 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. Texas sets no legal cap on doc fees.
Who are the best car dealers in Texas?
Porsche Dallas, World Car Mazda - New Braunfels, Mcgavock Nissan Amarillo lead the Texas transparency rankings. 733 of 1442 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: 54% 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.