Best Car Dealers in Texas
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 1281 of 4889 Texas car dealers from 7,447 verified out-the-door quotes. Texas's average doc fee is $228.
731 of 1281 rated Texas dealers earn an A · 92 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 25, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Lone Star State
Texas's dealer grade: B
88/100 average transparency score
45th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 1281 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 4889 dealers →Lexus Of Austin
Austin, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 23 verified quotes
See the quotesHouston Auto Land
Houston, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesPlatinum Honda Of Texoma
Denison, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesBacon Auto Ranch
Athens, TXAthens, TX
Parkway Family Mazda
Houston, TXHouston, TX
Baker Nissan
Jersey Village, TXJersey Village, TX
Roger Beasley Mazda Of Georgetown
Georgetown, TXGeorgetown, TX
Roger Beasley Mazda Central
Austin, TXAustin, TX
Universal Toyota
San Antonio, TXSan Antonio, TX
Usa Car Expo
Houston, TXHouston, TX
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More Dealers in Texas
Midland Cjd
Midland, TX
Midland Motors
Midland, TX
Midpoint Auto Group
Carrollton, TX
Midtown Motor Company
San Antonio, TX
Midtown Motors
Amarillo, TX
Midway Auto Group
Addison, TX
Midway Cars Direct
Carrollton, TX
Midwest Auto Group
Houston, TX
Mighty Motors
Houston, TX
Miguel Auto Fleet
Grand Prairie, TX
Mike Mcgee Motors Inc.
Waco, TX
Mike Perry Chevrolet
San Augustine, TX
Mike Perry Motor Company
Nacogdoches, TX
Mike Shaw Toyota
Robstown, TX
Mike Smith Auto Group
Houston, TX
Mike Terry Chevrolet GMC
Alice, TX
Mike Terry Chevrolet GMC
Mexia, TX
Mike Terry GMC
Mexia, TX
Mike Willis Ford Orange
Orange, TX
Mila Auto Repair
Dallas, TX
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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 July 2026, the average documentation fee at 1073 rated Texas dealers is $228, based on 7,447 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. Texas sets no legal cap on doc fees.
Who are the best car dealers in Texas?
Lexus Of Austin, Houston Auto Land, Platinum Honda Of Texoma lead the Texas transparency rankings. 731 of 1281 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 $228. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 48% 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.