Best Car Dealers Near Dallas, TX

As of August 2026, CarEdge grades 73 of 310 car dealers near Dallas, TX from 405 verified out-the-door quotes. The average doc fee at rated dealers here is $209.

Data updated Aug 24, 2026 · How we score dealers

Based on 73 dealers with verified quotes.

$209
Avg Doc Fee
TX avg: $231
59%
No Add-ons
73/100
Avg Score
405
Verified Quotes

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Tips for Buying a Car in TX

  • Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in TX is $231. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Good news on add-ons: 59% of dealers near Dallas 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.

Car Dealers Near Dallas FAQ

What is the best car dealer near Dallas, TX?

Gateway GMC (Dallas, TX) is the highest-graded dealer near Dallas on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index — A grade, 100/100, based on 1 verified out-the-door quote.

What doc fee do dealers near Dallas charge?

As of August 2026, rated dealers near Dallas, TX charge an average documentation fee of $209, compared to a TX state average of $231 — based on 405 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.

How does CarEdge rank dealers near Dallas?

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%) — and graded A-F. Rankings update as new quotes near Dallas are verified.