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Autonation Usa Houston

Houston, TX·8 verified quotes*

Aug 18, 2025Dec 12, 2025· Score updated Apr 7, 2026

B
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Transparent Dealer
Score: 83/100
Doc Fee
$225

TX caps at $225

Add-on Rate
38%of quotes

Avg $1,398 when present

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Transparency Score Breakdown

Fee Transparency (30%)
95
Add-on Behavior (30%)
68
Price Accuracy (30%)
81
Data Quality (10%)
100
  • Doc fee ($225) is at or below TX average ($232)
  • Average dealer add-ons of $1,398 when present
  • Fees average 5.3% above listing (~$1,855 on a $35k vehicle) — typical

Doc Fee Comparison

This dealer$225
TX avg$232
National avg$400

Recent Quotes

Verified out-the-door prices from real transactions

3 vehicle transactions8 individual quotes

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2023 Tesla Model Y

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$39,071
$225doc fee$399add-ons
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2024 Kia Soul

B2522 LXUsed2 quotes
$22,797
$225doc fee$1,897add-ons
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Most Common Add-ons

1
window tintavg $399
3 quotes
2
appearance protection - 3 yravg $749
2 quotes
3
theft protection - 3 yravg $749
2 quotes

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Autonation Usa Houston's doc fee?

Autonation Usa Houston charges a typical documentation fee of $225. The TX average is $176. This is based on 8 verified OTD quotes in our database.

Does Autonation Usa Houston add mandatory add-ons?

Autonation Usa Houston adds an average of $524 in dealer add-ons when present. Ask for an itemized breakdown and negotiate to remove non-essential items like paint protection, nitrogen tire fill, or VIN etching.

Is Autonation Usa Houston a good dealer?

Autonation Usa Houston has a transparency score of 83/100, earning a Grade B. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 8 verified OTD quotes. This is a well-above-average score, indicating transparent pricing practices.

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Tips for Autonation Usa Houston

  • Expect ~$524 in add-ons. Items like "dealer accessories," paint protection, and theft deterrent are typically negotiable.
  • Doc fee ($225) is at or below TX average. One less thing to negotiate.
  • Dealer markup is only +5% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
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