Texas Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Texas? We analyzed 7,456 verified OTD quotes from 1445 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of July 2026, the average doc fee at 1076 rated Texas dealers is $227, $173 below the national average, based on 7,456 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Jul 26, 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.
Key Findings
- Texas has the 45th-highest average doc fee of the 50 states we track, at $227.
- 732 of 1445 rated Texas dealers earned an A for transparency; 254 earned a D or F.
- Lithia Toyota Of Odessa in Odessa is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 3 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Texas range from $3 to $2,495 — Grubbs Infiniti Of San Antonio charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Texas is accessories, appearing on 31% of itemized quotes at an average of $1,561.
Texas Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Texas
The most transparent dealers in Texas, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Lithia Toyota Of Odessa
Odessa, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesLexus Of Austin
Austin, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 23 verified quotes
See the quotesLexus Of Lakeway
Lakeway, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 9 verified quotes
See the quotesLost Pines Toyota
Bastrop, TXBastrop, TX
World Car Mazda - New Braunfels
New Braunfels, TXNew Braunfels, TX
All American Chevrolet Of Midland
Midland, TXMidland, TX
Land Rover Dfw
Dallas, TXDallas, TX
David Mcdavid Ford
Fort Worth, TXFort Worth, TX
Chastang Ford
Houston, TXHouston, TX
Dallas Lease Returns
Farmers Branch, TXFarmers Branch, TX
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Highest Doc Fees in Texas
These Texas dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $227.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Grubbs Infiniti Of San Antonio | $2,495 | 3 |
| 2 | Classic Honda | $999 | 7 |
| 3 | Zt Automotive | $899 | 10 |
| 4 | Westside Kia | $773 | 9 |
| 5 | Berkshire Hathaway Automotive | $637 | 4 |
| 6 | Payne | $629 | 3 |
| 7 | The High-Line Group | $595 | 3 |
| 8 | Hiley Mazda Of Arlington | $592 | 11 |
| 9 | Mac Haik Toyota | $549 | 7 |
| 10 | Clark Knapp Honda | $491 | 4 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Texas
These Texas dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grubbs Infiniti Of San Antonio | F 29.1/100 | $2,495 | 3 |
| Austin Infiniti | F 39/100 | $0 | 10 |
| American Lift Aids | F 39.3/100 | $42 | 3 |
| Rusty Wallis Honda | F 43.6/100 | $225 | 6 |
| Toyota Of Paris | F 44/100 | $225 | 5 |
| Vandergriff Acura | F 48.9/100 | $0 | 11 |
| Lockhart Motor Company | F 52.6/100 | $0 | 5 |
| Neessen Chevrolet, Buick, GMC Truck Inc | F 54.7/100 | $219 | 5 |
| Infiniti Of El Paso | F 55/100 | $0 | 3 |
| Rise V Auto & Tire Center West | F 55.6/100 | $225 | 4 |
Most Common Add-ons in Texas
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Texas, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Texas
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Texas?
Ford
141 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Chevrolet
108 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
Toyota
84 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Dodge
77 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Jeep
75 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
Chrysler
70 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Hyundai
68 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
Nissan
64 dealers · Avg score: 73/100
GMC
64 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
Ram
63 dealers · Avg score: 74/100
Honda
61 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Kia
48 dealers · Avg score: 71/100
Buick
47 dealers · Avg score: 75/100
Mazda
45 dealers · Avg score: 75/100
Volkswagen
32 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
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How Texas compares to its neighbors
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Texas Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Texas?
As of July 2026, the average documentation fee in Texas is $227, based on 7,456 verified out-the-door quotes from 1076 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $173 below the $400 national average.
Which Texas dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Grubbs Infiniti Of San Antonio charges the highest verified doc fee in Texas at $2,495. Doc fees across the state range from $3 to $2,495.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Texas?
Lithia Toyota Of Odessa in Odessa is the highest-rated dealer in Texas with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 3 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Texas?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Texas dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 732 of 1445 rated Texas dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.