Best Car Dealers in Texas
As of September 2026, CarEdge grades 1899 of 5079 Texas car dealers from 8,482 verified out-the-door quotes. Texas's average doc fee is $241.
882 of 1899 rated Texas dealers earn an A · 525 earn a D or F
Data updated Sep 25, 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.
Based on 1899 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 5079 dealers →Toyota Of Denton
Denton, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 30 verified quotes
See the quotesLexus Of Austin
Austin, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 19 verified quotes
See the quotesDavid Mcdavid Ford
Fort Worth, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 18 verified quotes
See the quotesHelfman River Oaks Chrysler Jeep Dodge
Houston, TXHouston, TX
Texas Toyota Of Grapevine
Grapevine, TXGrapevine, TX
Cleo Bay Subaru
Killeen, TXKilleen, TX
Gay Family Kia
Dickinson, TXDickinson, TX
Genesis Of Nw San Antonio
Boerne, TXBoerne, TX
Allen Samuels Chry Dodge Jeep
Waco, TXWaco, TX
Toyota Of Longview
Longview, TXLongview, TX
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Texas doc fee law
Texas law caps dealer documentation fees at approximately $225. A doc fee above that level on a Texas quote is worth challenging before you sign.
Texas Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Texas?
As of September 2026, the average documentation fee at 1453 rated Texas dealers is $241, based on 8,482 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. State law caps Texas doc fees at approximately $225.
Who are the best car dealers in Texas?
Toyota Of Denton, Lexus Of Austin, David Mcdavid Ford lead the Texas transparency rankings. 882 of 1899 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 $241. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 59% 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.