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
Norm Reeves Mazda
Irving, TX · 18 verified quotes
Gabriel/Jordan Ford
Livingston, TX · 3 verified quotes
Gillman Honda Houston
Houston, TX · 33 verified quotes
Keating Honda
Conroe, TX · 22 verified quotes
Winnie Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Winnie, TX · 12 verified quotes
Mac Haik Auto Group
Houston, TX · 9 verified quotes
Genesis Of Southwest Houston
Houston, TX · 16 verified quotes
Cavender Buick GMC West
San Antonio, TX · 11 verified quotes
Galleria Chevrolet
Farmers Branch, TX · 6 verified quotes
Turner Chevrolet
Crosby, TX · 5 verified quotes
Crest Volvo Cars
Frisco, TX · 7 verified quotes
Helfman River Oaks Chrysler Jeep Dodge
Houston, TX · 9 verified quotes
North Park Mazda
San Antonio, TX · 34 verified quotes
Autonation Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram North Fort Worth
Fort Worth, TX · 7 verified quotes
El Dorado
San Antonio, TX · 29 verified quotes
Mercedes-Benz Of Plano
Plano, TX · 15 verified quotes
Autonation Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram North Richland Hills
Fort Worth, TX · 12 verified quotes
Grapevine Honda
Grapevine, TX · 24 verified quotes
Starway Motors
Houston, TX · 3 verified quotes
Mossy Ineos Grenadier
Houston, TX · 15 verified quotes
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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 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.