Best Car Dealers in Texas

As of August 2026, CarEdge grades 1492 of 4920 Texas car dealers from 7,805 verified out-the-door quotes. Texas's average doc fee is $229.

762 of 1492 rated Texas dealers earn an A · 268 earn a D or F

Data updated Aug 3, 2026 · How we score dealers

The Lone Star State

Texas's dealer grade: C

79/100 average transparency score

46th highest doc fees in the U.S.

Based on 1492 dealers with verified quotes.

$229
Avg Doc Fee
55%
No Add-ons
79/100
Avg Score
7,805
Verified Quotes

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Mcgavock Nissan

Amarillo, TX · 3 verified quotes

$0doc feeNo add-ons
A
93.3/100
Highly transparent
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Group 1 Toyota Fort Bend

Richmond, TX · 14 verified quotes

$225doc fee$462add-ons
A
93.3/100
Highly transparent
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Brandon Tomes Volkswagen Of Mckinney

McKinney, TX · 3 verified quotes

$225doc fee$498add-ons
A
93.3/100
Highly transparent
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Helfman Ford

Meadows Place, TX · 6 verified quotes

$72doc feeNo add-ons
A
93.3/100
Highly transparent
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Mac Haik CDJR Katy Freeway

Houston, TX · 3 verified quotes

$0doc feeNo add-ons
A
93.3/100
Highly transparent
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Granbury Kia

Granbury, TX · 3 verified quotes

$75doc feeNo add-ons
A
93.3/100
Highly transparent
See 3 verified quotes

Subaru Of Georgetown

Georgetown, TX · 21 verified quotes

$214doc fee$440add-ons
A
93/100
Highly transparent
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Freeman Honda

Dallas, TX · 8 verified quotes

$169doc fee$52add-ons
A
93/100
Highly transparent
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Planet Ford

Spring, TX · 27 verified quotes

$225doc fee$209add-ons
A
93/100
Highly transparent
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Loving Toyota Scion

Lufkin, TX · 8 verified quotes

$113doc fee$24add-ons
A
92.8/100
Highly transparent
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Fourstars Nissan Of Denton

Denton, TX · 10 verified quotes

$225doc fee$275add-ons
A
92.8/100
Highly transparent
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Gullo Mazda

Conroe, TX · 10 verified quotes

$225doc fee$152add-ons
A
92.8/100
Highly transparent
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Cook Ford

Texas City, TX · 25 verified quotes

$0doc feeNo add-ons
A
92.8/100
Highly transparent
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Gunn Honda

San Antonio, TX · 23 verified quotes

$225doc fee$230add-ons
A
92.7/100
Highly transparent
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Jaguar Dallas

Dallas, TX · 5 verified quotes

$285doc fee$169add-ons
A
92.7/100
Highly transparent
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Hacienda Ford

Edinburg, TX · 3 verified quotes

$475doc feeNo add-ons
A
92.6/100
Highly transparent
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Kory Hooks Ford

Bowie, TX · 4 verified quotes

$0doc feeNo add-ons
A
92.5/100
Highly transparent
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Volvo Cars Of Austin

Austin, TX · 4 verified quotes

$0doc feeNo add-ons
A
92.5/100
Highly transparent
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Nyle Maxwell CDJR Of Taylor

Taylor, TX · 4 verified quotes

$56doc feeNo add-ons
A
92.5/100
Highly transparent
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Hicks Family Subaru

Corpus Christi, TX · 4 verified quotes

$225doc fee$724add-ons
A
92.5/100
Highly transparent
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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 1099 rated Texas dealers is $229, based on 7,805 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. Texas sets no legal cap on doc fees.

Who are the best car dealers in Texas?

Joe Myers Kia, Herb Easley Motors, Auto Land Of Texas lead the Texas transparency rankings. 762 of 1492 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 $229. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Good news on add-ons: 55% 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.