Best Car Dealers in Texas

As of August 2026, CarEdge grades 1491 of 4915 Texas car dealers from 7,775 verified out-the-door quotes. Texas's average doc fee is $229.

762 of 1491 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 1491 dealers with verified quotes.

$229
Avg Doc Fee
55%
No Add-ons
79/100
Avg Score
7,775
Verified Quotes

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Garlyn Shelton Mazda

Temple, TX · 10 verified quotes

$23doc feeNo add-ons
A
91/100
Highly transparent
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Finnegan Chrysler Jeep Dodge

Rosenberg, TX · 3 verified quotes

$225doc fee$665add-ons
A
91/100
Highly transparent
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North Park Volkswagen

San Antonio, TX · 6 verified quotes

$225doc fee$193add-ons
A
91/100
Highly transparent
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James Wood Autopark, Inc.

Denton, TX · 4 verified quotes

$225doc fee$300add-ons
A
91/100
Highly transparent
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Volvo Cars Sugar Land

Houston, TX · 3 verified quotes

$225doc fee$998add-ons
A
91/100
Highly transparent
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Jerry's Chevrolet

Hudson Oaks, TX · 3 verified quotes

$225doc fee$665add-ons
A
91/100
Highly transparent
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Johnson Sewell Ford

Marble Falls, TX · 9 verified quotes

$225doc fee$798add-ons
A
91/100
Highly transparent
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Cavender Lexus Of Lubbock

Lubbock, TX · 4 verified quotes

$225doc fee$448add-ons
A
91/100
Highly transparent
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Sames Mcallen Inc.

McAllen, TX · 3 verified quotes

$225doc fee$995add-ons
A
91/100
Highly transparent
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Ancira Patriot Buick GMC

Manor, TX · 16 verified quotes

$225doc fee$457add-ons
A
91/100
Highly transparent
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Twin City Nissan

Port Arthur, TX · 3 verified quotes

$225doc fee$1,150add-ons
A
91/100
Highly transparent
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San Antonio CDJR

San Antonio, TX · 6 verified quotes

$225doc fee$665add-ons
A
91/100
Highly transparent
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Family Toyota Of Arlington

Arlington, TX · 45 verified quotes

$225doc fee$566add-ons
A
91/100
Highly transparent
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Superior Subaru Of Houston

Jersey Village, TX · 11 verified quotes

$0doc feeNo add-ons
A
90.9/100
Highly transparent
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North Park Lincoln At Dominion

San Antonio, TX · 11 verified quotes

$225doc fee$351add-ons
A
90.9/100
Highly transparent
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Leif Johnson Ford

Austin, TX · 32 verified quotes

$225doc fee$438add-ons
A
90.8/100
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Toyota Plano

Plano, TX · 22 verified quotes

$136doc fee$679add-ons
A
90.7/100
Highly transparent
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Westside Lexus

Houston, TX · 12 verified quotes

$188doc fee$198add-ons
A
90.7/100
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Sterling Mccall Acura Sugar Land

Sugar Land, TX · 6 verified quotes

$113doc fee$83add-ons
A
90.7/100
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Alliance Hyundai

Fort Worth, TX · 17 verified quotes

$225doc fee$552add-ons
A
90.6/100
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 1098 rated Texas dealers is $229, based on 7,775 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. Texas sets no legal cap on doc fees.

Who are the best car dealers in Texas?

Camp County Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, All Star Dodge And Autoplex BMW, Audi Fort Worth lead the Texas transparency rankings. 762 of 1491 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.