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Texas Dealer Fee Report

How transparent are car dealers in Texas? We analyzed 8,427 verified OTD quotes from 1605 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.

As of August 2026, the average doc fee at 1168 rated Texas dealers is $231, $173 below the national average, based on 8,427 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.

Data updated Aug 17, 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.

1605
Dealers
8,427
Quotes
79/100
Avg Score
$231
Avg Doc Fee
national avg: $404
58%
No Add-ons
$540
Avg Add-ons
(when present)

Key Findings

  • Texas has the 46th-highest average doc fee of the 51 states we track, at $231.
  • 871 of 1605 rated Texas dealers earned an A for transparency; 274 earned a D or F.
  • Classic Auto Park in Texarkana is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 3 verified quotes.
  • Verified doc fees in Texas range from $3 to $2,495Grubbs Infiniti Of San Antonio charges the most.
  • The most common dealer add-on in Texas is accessories, appearing on 31% of itemized quotes at an average of $1,572.

Texas Dealer Grade Distribution

54%
A871
17%
B277
11%
C183
4%
D68
13%
F206

Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Texas

The most transparent dealers in Texas, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).

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Highest Doc Fees in Texas

These Texas dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $231.

Lowest-Rated Dealers in Texas

These Texas dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.

DealerGradeDoc FeeQuotes
Grubbs Infiniti Of San Antonio
F
35/100
$2,4953
American Lift Aids
F
39/100
$423
Austin Infiniti
F
41/100
$010
Toyota Of Paris
F
44/100
$2255
Rusty Wallis Honda
F
44/100
$2256
Vandergriff Acura
F
50/100
$22511
Lockhart Motor Company
F
53/100
$05
Infiniti Of El Paso
F
55/100
$03
Don Davis Nissan
F
56/100
$06
Rise V Auto & Tire Center West
F
56/100
$2254

Most Common Add-ons in Texas

The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Texas, based on itemized OTD quotes.

1
accessoriesavg $1,572
908 quotes
2
protection planavg $1,922
870 quotes
3
window tintavg $630
844 quotes
4
paint protectionavg $751
505 quotes
5
theft protectionavg $766
432 quotes
6
protection packageavg $1,876
153 quotes
7
wheel locksavg $233
145 quotes
8
guardavg $388
108 quotes
9
vin etchavg $359
106 quotes
10
nitrogenavg $318
91 quotes

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How Texas compares to its neighbors

Average doc fees next door. Crossing a state line can change what the dealer charges.

Texas Dealer Fee FAQ

What is the average dealer doc fee in Texas?

As of August 2026, the average documentation fee in Texas is $231, based on 8,427 verified out-the-door quotes from 1168 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $173 below the $404 national average.

Which Texas dealers charge the highest doc fees?

Grubbs Infiniti Of San Antonio charges the highest verified doc fee in Texas at $2,495. Doc fees across the state range from $3 to $2,495.

Who is the most transparent car dealer in Texas?

Classic Auto Park in Texarkana is the highest-rated dealer in Texas with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 3 verified quotes.

Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Texas?

Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Texas dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 871 of 1605 rated Texas dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.