Best Car Dealers Near Waco, TX

As of August 2026, CarEdge grades 13 of 36 car dealers near Waco, TX from 80 verified out-the-door quotes. The average doc fee at rated dealers here is $231.

Data updated Aug 14, 2026 · How we score dealers

Based on 13 dealers with verified quotes.

$231
Avg Doc Fee
TX avg: $229
62%
No Add-ons
77/100
Avg Score
80
Verified Quotes

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Tips for Buying a Car in TX

  • Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in TX is $229. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
  • Good news on add-ons: 62% of dealers near Waco 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 Waco FAQ

What is the best car dealer near Waco, TX?

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

What doc fee do dealers near Waco charge?

As of August 2026, rated dealers near Waco, TX charge an average documentation fee of $231, compared to a TX state average of $229 — based on 80 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.

How does CarEdge rank dealers near Waco?

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 Waco are verified.