Best Car Dealers in Texas
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 1454 of 4881 Texas car dealers from 7,453 verified out-the-door quotes. Texas's average doc fee is $228.
732 of 1454 rated Texas dealers earn an A · 256 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 27, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Lone Star State
Texas's dealer grade: C
78/100 average transparency score
45th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 1454 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 4881 dealers →Classic Toyota Galveston
Galveston, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesWorld Car Mazda - New Braunfels
New Braunfels, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesGilchrist Chevrolet
Houston, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesAuto Land Of Texas
Cypress, TXCypress, TX
Archer Kia
Houston, TXHouston, TX
All American Chevrolet Of Midland
Midland, TXMidland, TX
David Mcdavid Ford
Fort Worth, TXFort Worth, TX
Bayer Motor
Comanche, TXComanche, TX
Freeman Toyota
Hurst, TXHurst, TX
Bayer Auto Group
Comanche, TXComanche, TX
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Garland, TX
Randolph Auto Sales
San Antonio, TX
Randy Adams Inc.
New Braunfels, TX
Rao Autos
Houston, TX
Raptor Auto Llc
Houston, TX
Ray Jones Chevrolet
Center, TX
Rayan Motors
Midland, TX
Raymond GMC
Center, TX
Rb Autoplex Llc
Mission, TX
Rbf Auto Sales
Houston, TX
React Auto
La Porte, TX
Ready 2 Drive
Houston, TX
Red Auto Sales LLC
Pharr, TX
Red Carpet Auto Sales
Seguin, TX
Red Diamond Autos Llc
San Antonio, TX
Red Mccombs Drive Away Motors
San Antonio, TX
Redd's Wheels
Garland, TX
Redline Auto Sales Llc
Cedar Creek, TX
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 1079 rated Texas dealers is $228, based on 7,453 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. Texas sets no legal cap on doc fees.
Who are the best car dealers in Texas?
Classic Toyota Galveston, World Car Mazda - New Braunfels, Gilchrist Chevrolet lead the Texas transparency rankings. 732 of 1454 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: 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.