Texas Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Texas? We analyzed 8,520 verified OTD quotes from 1905 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of September 2026, the average doc fee at 1457 rated Texas dealers is $241, $163 below the national average, based on 8,520 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Sep 27, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Lone Star State
Texas's dealer grade: C
77/100 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 $241.
- 886 of 1905 rated Texas dealers earned an A for transparency; 527 earned a D or F.
- World Car Mazda - New Braunfels in New Braunfels is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 3 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Texas range from $10 to $1,920 — Auto Boutique charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Texas is accessories, appearing on 30% of itemized quotes at an average of $1,366.
Texas Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Texas
The most transparent dealers in Texas, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
World Car Mazda - New Braunfels
New Braunfels, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesAll American Chevrolet Of Midland
Midland, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesAllen Samuels Chry Dodge Jeep
Waco, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 11 verified quotes
See the quotesAll Star Dodge And Autoplex BMW
Amarillo, TXAmarillo, TX
All Star Ford Kilgore
Kilgore, TXKilgore, TX
World Car Kia North
San Antonio, TXSan Antonio, TX
World Car Kia
San Antonio, TXSan Antonio, TX
Al Willeford Chevrolet
Portland, TXPortland, TX
Archer Kia
Houston, TXHouston, TX
Wichita Falls Ford
Wichita Falls, TXWichita Falls, TX
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Highest Doc Fees in Texas
These Texas dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $241.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Auto Boutique | $1,298 | 3 |
| 2 | Classic Honda | $999 | 6 |
| 3 | Zt Automotive | $948 | 9 |
| 4 | Gengras | $899 | 3 |
| 5 | Maverick Motors | $861 | 9 |
| 6 | Community Honda | $822 | 10 |
| 7 | Tate Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram | $799 | 7 |
| 8 | Westside Kia | $756 | 7 |
| 9 | Frank Kent Cadillac | $750 | 6 |
| 10 | Land Rover Houston North | $722 | 3 |
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 |
| Clay Cooley Hyundai Of Dallas | F 27/100 | — | 4 |
| Auto Boutique | F 31/100 | $1,298 | 3 |
| Lexus Clear Lake | F 33/100 | — | 3 |
| Austin Infiniti | F 35/100 | — | 10 |
| Autobahn Cadillac Arlington | F 39/100 | — | 4 |
| Clay Cooley Cjdr Arlington | F 39/100 | — | 6 |
| Freedom Ford Greenville By Ed Morse | F 39/100 | — | 3 |
| Freedom Buick GMC Greenville | F 40/100 | — | 3 |
| Clay Cooley Hyundai Of Mesquite | F 40/100 | — | 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
162 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Chevrolet
131 dealers · Avg score: 78/100
Dodge
116 dealers · Avg score: 74/100
Jeep
113 dealers · Avg score: 73/100
Chrysler
109 dealers · Avg score: 74/100
Ram
102 dealers · Avg score: 72/100
Toyota
96 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
GMC
82 dealers · Avg score: 78/100
Hyundai
75 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Nissan
69 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
Honda
65 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Kia
57 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Mazda
55 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Buick
50 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Volkswagen
36 dealers · Avg score: 78/100
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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 September 2026, the average documentation fee in Texas is $241, based on 8,520 verified out-the-door quotes from 1457 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $163 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 $10 to $1,920.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Texas?
World Car Mazda - New Braunfels in New Braunfels 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. 886 of 1905 rated Texas dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.