Texas Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Texas? We analyzed 8,896 verified OTD quotes from 1953 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of October 2026, the average doc fee at 1496 rated Texas dealers is $239, $165 below the national average, based on 8,896 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Oct 4, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Lone Star State
Texas's dealer grade: C
77/100 average transparency score
46th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Texas has the 46th-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $239.
- 915 of 1953 rated Texas dealers earned an A for transparency; 536 earned a D or F.
- Group 1 Ford of El Paso in El Paso is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 4 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Texas range from $28 to $1,920 — Auto Boutique charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Texas is accessories, appearing on 30% of itemized quotes at an average of $1,361.
Texas Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Texas
The most transparent dealers in Texas, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Group 1 Ford of El Paso
El Paso, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesSames Honda
Laredo, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesGrapevine CDJR
Grapevine, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesCovert CDJR Bee Cave
Austin, TXAustin, TX
San Augustine Motor Co
San Augustine, TXSan Augustine, TX
Gilchrist Chevrolet
Houston, TXHouston, TX
Genesis of Plano
Plano, TXPlano, TX
Genesis of Nw San Antonio
Boerne, TXBoerne, TX
David Mcdavid Ford
Fort Worth, TXFort Worth, TX
David Mcdavid Honda of Irving
Irving, TXIrving, TX
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Highest Doc Fees in Texas
These Texas dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $239.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Auto Boutique | $1,298 | 6 |
| 2 | Classic Honda | $999 | 6 |
| 3 | Zt Automotive | $948 | 9 |
| 4 | Vanguard Kia of Arlington | $938 | 50 |
| 5 | Gengras | $899 | 3 |
| 6 | Maverick Motors | $861 | 10 |
| 7 | Community Honda | $822 | 10 |
| 8 | Tate Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram | $799 | 7 |
| 9 | Westside Kia | $756 | 7 |
| 10 | Land Rover Houston Central | $727 | 7 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lockhart Motor Company | F 21/100 | — | 3 |
| Lexus Clear Lake | F 33/100 | — | 3 |
| Clay Cooley Hyundai of Dallas | F 33/100 | — | 4 |
| Austin Infiniti | F 35/100 | — | 10 |
| Freedom Ford Greenville By Ed Morse | F 39/100 | — | 3 |
| Autobahn Cadillac Arlington | F 39/100 | — | 4 |
| Clay Cooley Hyundai of Mesquite | F 39/100 | — | 6 |
| Clay Cooley Cjdr Arlington | F 39/100 | — | 6 |
| Kramer Chevrolet Madisonville | F 39/100 | — | 3 |
| Freedom Buick GMC Greenville | F 40/100 | — | 3 |
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
165 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Chevrolet
136 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Dodge
118 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
Jeep
115 dealers · Avg score: 75/100
Chrysler
111 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
Ram
104 dealers · Avg score: 74/100
Toyota
96 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
GMC
84 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Hyundai
74 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Nissan
72 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Honda
66 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Kia
58 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Mazda
56 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Buick
52 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Volkswagen
38 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
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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.
Texas Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Texas?
As of October 2026, the average documentation fee in Texas is $239, based on 8,896 verified out-the-door quotes from 1496 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $165 below the $404 national average.
Which Texas dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Auto Boutique charges the highest verified doc fee in Texas at $1,298. Doc fees across the state range from $28 to $1,920.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Texas?
Group 1 Ford of El Paso in El Paso is the highest-rated dealer in Texas with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 4 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. 915 of 1953 rated Texas dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.