Best Car Dealers in Texas
As of August 2026, CarEdge grades 1557 of 4967 Texas car dealers from 8,124 verified out-the-door quotes. Texas's average doc fee is $230.
797 of 1557 rated Texas dealers earn an A · 290 earn a D or F
Data updated Aug 11, 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 1557 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 4967 dealers →Steele GMC Round Rock
Round Rock, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesArlington Precise Auto Repair & Sales, Inc.
Arlington, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesArcher Kia
Houston, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 8 verified quotes
See the quotesDoggett Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Beaumont, TXBeaumont, TX
Doggett Ford Lincoln Of Beaumont
Beaumont, TXBeaumont, TX
Doggett Honda Of Beaumont
Beaumont, TXBeaumont, TX
BMW Of Tyler
Tyler, TXTyler, TX
Acura Of The Rio Grande Valley
San Juan, TXSan Juan, TX
All American Chevrolet Of Midland
Midland, TXMidland, TX
Herb Easley Motors
Wichita Falls, TXWichita Falls, TX
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El Paso, TX · 5 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 August 2026, the average documentation fee at 1137 rated Texas dealers is $230, based on 8,124 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. Texas sets no legal cap on doc fees.
Who are the best car dealers in Texas?
Steele GMC Round Rock, Arlington Precise Auto Repair & Sales, Inc., Archer Kia lead the Texas transparency rankings. 797 of 1557 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 $230. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 56% 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.