Best Car Dealers in Texas
As of August 2026, CarEdge grades 1508 of 4939 Texas car dealers from 7,862 verified out-the-door quotes. Texas's average doc fee is $229.
771 of 1508 rated Texas dealers earn an A · 272 earn a D or F
Data updated Aug 4, 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 1508 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 4939 dealers →Britain Chevrolet
Greenville, TX
$117 below the Texas average
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesRoger Beasley Mazda Central
Austin, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 15 verified quotes
See the quotesNorth Park Lexus Rio Grande Valley
San Juan, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesNyle Maxwell CDJR Killeen
Killeen, TXKilleen, TX
James Wood Hyundai
Decatur, TXDecatur, TX
Bayer Motor
Comanche, TXComanche, TX
Bayer Auto Group
Comanche, TXComanche, TX
Chastang Ford
Houston, TXHouston, TX
Palestine Toyota
Palestine, TXPalestine, TX
Pegasus Chevrolet
Ennis, TXEnnis, TX
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More Dealers in Texas
Peltier Tyler
Austin, TX · 3 verified quotes
Sewell
Andrews, TX · 15 verified quotes
Tom Peacock Nissan
Houston, TX · 9 verified quotes
North Park Lincoln
San Antonio, TX · 4 verified quotes
Hewlett Volkswagen
Georgetown, TX · 11 verified quotes
Covert Ford
Austin, TX · 7 verified quotes
Kia Of South Austin
Austin, TX · 10 verified quotes
Parkway Family Kia
Houston, TX · 3 verified quotes
Austin Subaru
Austin, TX · 33 verified quotes
Toyota Of Cedar Park
Leander, TX · 34 verified quotes
San Marcos Toyota
San Marcos, TX · 8 verified quotes
Bluebonnet Ford
New Braunfels, TX · 3 verified quotes
Honda Of Lake Jackson
Lake Jackson, TX · 9 verified quotes
Uvalde Chevrolet
Uvalde, TX · 4 verified quotes
Cavender Ford
Columbus, TX · 4 verified quotes
Classic Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat Of Arlington
Arlington, TX · 6 verified quotes
Yaklin Ford
Richwood, TX · 4 verified quotes
Autonation Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Katy
Katy, TX · 6 verified quotes
Cavender Cadillac Company
San Antonio, TX · 8 verified quotes
Don Mcgill Toyota
Houston, TX · 4 verified quotes
Dealers by City in Texas
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 1111 rated Texas dealers is $229, based on 7,862 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. Texas sets no legal cap on doc fees.
Who are the best car dealers in Texas?
Britain Chevrolet, Roger Beasley Mazda Central, North Park Lexus Rio Grande Valley lead the Texas transparency rankings. 771 of 1508 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.