Texas Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Texas? We analyzed 9,271 verified OTD quotes from 2009 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of October 2026, the average doc fee at 1553 rated Texas dealers is $239, $165 below the national average, based on 9,271 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Oct 17, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Lone Star State
Texas's dealer grade: C
78/100 average transparency score
46th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Texas has the 46th-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $239.
- 972 of 2009 rated Texas dealers earned an A for transparency; 527 earned a D or F.
- Dfw Auto Mill in Arlington is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 3 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Texas range from $28 to $1,920 — Auto Boutique charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Texas is accessories, appearing on 29% of itemized quotes at an average of $1,353.
Texas Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Texas
The most transparent dealers in Texas, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Dfw Auto Mill
Arlington, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesWorld Car Mazda New Braunfels
New Braunfels, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesWorld Car Kia North
San Antonio, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 7 verified quotes
See the quotesWorld Car Kia
San Antonio, TXSan Antonio, TX
Wichita Falls Ford
Wichita Falls, TXWichita Falls, TX
Volvo Cars Hill Country
Austin, TXAustin, TX
Allen Samuels Chry Dodge Jeep
Waco, TXWaco, TX
Viva Ford
El Paso, TXEl Paso, TX
All Star Dodge and Autoplex BMW
Amarillo, TXAmarillo, TX
Usa Car Expo
Houston, TXHouston, TX
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Highest Doc Fees in Texas
These Texas dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $239.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Auto Boutique | $1,298 | 8 |
| 2 | Classic Honda | $999 | 6 |
| 3 | Zt Automotive | $948 | 9 |
| 4 | Vanguard Kia of Arlington | $938 | 48 |
| 5 | Gengras | $899 | 3 |
| 6 | Maverick Motors | $861 | 10 |
| 7 | Community Honda | $822 | 10 |
| 8 | Tate Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram | $799 | 7 |
| 9 | Westside Kia | $756 | 7 |
| 10 | Land Rover Houston Central | $727 | 7 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Texas
These Texas dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lockhart Motor Company | F 21/100 | — | 3 |
| Freedom Buick GMC Greenville By Ed Morse | F 39/100 | — | 4 |
| Kramer Chevrolet Madisonville | F 39/100 | — | 3 |
| Clay Cooley Cjdr Arlington | F 39/100 | — | 6 |
| Freedom Ford Greenville By Ed Morse | F 39/100 | — | 4 |
| Autobahn Cadillac Arlington | F 39/100 | — | 4 |
| Austin Infiniti | F 39/100 | — | 10 |
| Auto Boutique | F 41/100 | $1,298 | 8 |
| Cavender Nissan of Rockwall | F 42/100 | — | 7 |
| Kramer Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Madisonville | F 42/100 | — | 6 |
Most Common Add-ons in Texas
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Texas, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Texas
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Texas?
Ford
170 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Chevrolet
147 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Dodge
120 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Jeep
116 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
Chrysler
112 dealers · Avg score: 78/100
Ram
108 dealers · Avg score: 75/100
Toyota
94 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
GMC
85 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Hyundai
76 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Nissan
73 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Honda
66 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Kia
59 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Mazda
55 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Buick
53 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Volkswagen
39 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
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How Texas compares to its neighbors
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Texas Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Texas?
As of October 2026, the average documentation fee in Texas is $239, based on 9,271 verified out-the-door quotes from 1553 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $165 below the $404 national average.
Which Texas dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Auto Boutique charges the highest verified doc fee in Texas at $1,298. Doc fees across the state range from $28 to $1,920.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Texas?
Dfw Auto Mill in Arlington 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. 972 of 2009 rated Texas dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.