Best Car Dealers in Texas
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 1295 of 4891 Texas car dealers from 6,466 verified out-the-door quotes. Texas's average doc fee is $229.
639 of 1295 rated Texas dealers earn an A · 239 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 15, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Lone Star State
Texas's dealer grade: C
79/100 average transparency score
44th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 1295 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 4891 dealers →Herb Easley Motors
Wichita Falls, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesBritain Chevrolet
Greenville, TX
$117 below the Texas average
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesHelfman River Oaks Chrysler Jeep Dodge
Houston, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 8 verified quotes
See the quotesLand Rover Dfw
Dallas, TXDallas, TX
Classic Toyota Galveston
Galveston, TXGalveston, TX
Classic Auto Park
Texarkana, TXTexarkana, TX
Audi Fort Worth
Benbrook, TXBenbrook, TX
Dallas Lease Returns
Farmers Branch, TXFarmers Branch, TX
Autonation Mercedes-Benz Of Houston North
Houston, TXHouston, TX
Auto Land Of Texas
Cypress, TXCypress, TX
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American Muscle Autos
Kennedale, TX
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Celeste, TX
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Garland, TX
Amigo Motors Llc
McAllen, TX
Amistad Motors
Fort Stockton, TX
Amj Autos
Dallas, TX
Ammi Motors
Mcallen, TX
Amms Group Llc
Lewisville, TX
Ampak Autos
Dallas, TX
Amt Auto Sales Llc
Houston, TX
Anb Auto Center
Arlington, TX
Ancira Buick GMC
Boerne, TX
Ancira Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM Eagle Pass
Eagle Pass, TX
Ancira Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM - San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
Ancira Eagle Pass Ford
Eagle Pass, TX
Ancira Ford Floresville
Floresville, TX
Ancira Partners GMC
Cuero, TX
Ancira Volkswagen Of San Antonio
Leon Valley, TX
Andover Auto Group, Llc
Argyle, TX
Andres Auto Sales
Laredo, TX
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 July 2026, the average documentation fee at 1003 rated Texas dealers is $229, based on 6,466 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. Texas sets no legal cap on doc fees.
Who are the best car dealers in Texas?
Herb Easley Motors, Britain Chevrolet, Helfman River Oaks Chrysler Jeep Dodge lead the Texas transparency rankings. 639 of 1295 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: 52% 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.