Best Car Dealers in Texas
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 1438 of 4898 Texas car dealers from 7,447 verified out-the-door quotes. Texas's average doc fee is $228.
731 of 1438 rated Texas dealers earn an A · 249 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 25, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Lone Star State
Texas's dealer grade: C
79/100 average transparency score
45th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 1438 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 4898 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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Mercy Motors
Grand Prairie, TX
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Mesquite, TX
Metacarstx Llc
Houston, TX
Metro Automobiles (tx)
Dallas, TX
Metro Mazda Of Mesquite
Mesquite, TX
Metroplex Motors Inc.
Houston, TX
Mg Dynamic Cars
Dallas, TX
Mgm Van
Garland, TX
Mi Amigo Motors
Houston, TX
Mia Motor Sport
Houston, TX
Miasa Motors Llc
Houston, TX
Michael Poutous Auto Sales
Houston, TX
Mickdiesel Motorplex
Amarillo, TX
Mid Tex Auto Sales
Austin, TX
Midax Llc
Houston, TX
Midcity Auto
Haltom City, TX
Midland Chevrolet
Midland, TX
Midland Cjd
Midland, TX
Midland Motors
Midland, TX
Midpoint Auto Group
Carrollton, 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 1438 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: 54% 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.