Best Car Dealers in Texas
As of September 2026, CarEdge grades 1865 of 5143 Texas car dealers from 10,485 verified out-the-door quotes. Texas's average doc fee is $225.
1088 of 1865 rated Texas dealers earn an A · 258 earn a D or F
Data updated Sep 21, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Lone Star State
Texas's dealer grade: B
82/100 average transparency score
47th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 1865 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 5143 dealers →Toyota Of Denton
Denton, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 44 verified quotes
See the quotesLexus Of Austin
Austin, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 33 verified quotes
See the quotesPark Place Motorcars Fort Worth
Fort Worth, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 29 verified quotes
See the quotesCleo Bay Subaru
Killeen, TXKilleen, TX
David Mcdavid Ford
Fort Worth, TXFort Worth, TX
Autonation Mercedes-Benz Of Houston North
Houston, TXHouston, TX
Helfman River Oaks Chrysler Jeep Dodge
Houston, TXHouston, TX
Nyle Maxwell CDJR Of Killeen
Killeen, TXKilleen, TX
Roger Beasley Mazda Central
Austin, TXAustin, TX
Texas Toyota Of Grapevine
Grapevine, TXGrapevine, TX
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Carrollton, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
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Lewisville, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
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Dallas, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
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La Marque, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
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El Paso, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
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TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Texas Star Motors
Houston, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
The Dominion Motors
Boerne, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
The Trading Post
San Marcos, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Thomas Ryan Motor Company Llc
Temple, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Thornhill Motor Company
Lake Worth, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Tipotex Chevrolet
Brownsville, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Toyota Of North Austin
North Austin, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Travis Auto Group
Abilene, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Triple J's Auto Sales
Pasadena, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Trtex Auto Group Llc
Irving, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
Truck Depot Of Texas
El Paso, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
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Nacogdoches, TX · 1 verified quoteLimited data
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Texas doc fee law
Texas law caps dealer documentation fees at approximately $225. A doc fee above that level on a Texas quote is worth challenging before you sign.
Texas Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Texas?
As of September 2026, the average documentation fee at 1361 rated Texas dealers is $225, based on 10,485 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. State law caps Texas doc fees at approximately $225.
Who are the best car dealers in Texas?
Toyota Of Denton, Lexus Of Austin, Park Place Motorcars Fort Worth lead the Texas transparency rankings. 1088 of 1865 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 $225. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 59% 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.