Texas Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Texas? We analyzed 8,405 verified OTD quotes from 1601 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of August 2026, the average doc fee at 1163 rated Texas dealers is $231, $173 below the national average, based on 8,405 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.
Key Findings
- Texas has the 46th-highest average doc fee of the 51 states we track, at $231.
- 866 of 1601 rated Texas dealers earned an A for transparency; 276 earned a D or F.
- Classic Toyota Galveston in Galveston is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 5 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Texas range from $3 to $2,495 — Grubbs 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
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Texas
The most transparent dealers in Texas, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Classic Toyota Galveston
Galveston, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesClassic Auto Park
Texarkana, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesMercedes-Benz Of Lubbock
Lubbock, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesMetro Mazda Of Mesquite
Mesquite, TXMesquite, TX
Mercedes-Benz Of Waco
Waco, TXWaco, TX
Mercedes-Benz Of Mckinney
Mckinney, TXMckinney, TX
Gilchrist Chevrolet
Houston, TXHouston, TX
All American Chevrolet Of Midland
Midland, TXMidland, TX
All Star Dodge And Autoplex BMW
Amarillo, TXAmarillo, TX
Gene Messer Hyundai
Lubbock, TXLubbock, TX
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Highest Doc Fees in Texas
These Texas dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $231.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Grubbs Infiniti Of San Antonio | $2,495 | 3 |
| 2 | Classic Honda | $999 | 7 |
| 3 | Zt Automotive | $899 | 10 |
| 4 | Westside Kia | $794 | 9 |
| 5 | Tate Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram | $752 | 8 |
| 6 | Berkshire Hathaway Automotive | $637 | 4 |
| 7 | Payne | $629 | 3 |
| 8 | The High-Line Group | $595 | 3 |
| 9 | Dallas Direct Auto | $565 | 6 |
| 10 | Marshall Ford | $499 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grubbs Infiniti Of San Antonio | F 35/100 | $2,495 | 3 |
| American Lift Aids | F 39/100 | $42 | 3 |
| Austin Infiniti | F 41/100 | $0 | 10 |
| Toyota Of Paris | F 44/100 | $225 | 5 |
| Rusty Wallis Honda | F 44/100 | $225 | 6 |
| Vandergriff Acura | F 50/100 | $225 | 11 |
| Lockhart Motor Company | F 53/100 | $0 | 5 |
| Infiniti Of El Paso | F 55/100 | $0 | 3 |
| Don Davis Nissan | F 56/100 | $0 | 6 |
| Rise V Auto & Tire Center West | F 56/100 | $225 | 4 |
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
150 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Chevrolet
117 dealers · Avg score: 78/100
Dodge
93 dealers · Avg score: 75/100
Jeep
91 dealers · Avg score: 74/100
Toyota
88 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Chrysler
87 dealers · Avg score: 75/100
Ram
78 dealers · Avg score: 72/100
GMC
72 dealers · Avg score: 79/100
Hyundai
70 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Nissan
67 dealers · Avg score: 73/100
Honda
62 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Kia
51 dealers · Avg score: 71/100
Buick
50 dealers · Avg score: 78/100
Mazda
48 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Volkswagen
33 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
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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 August 2026, the average documentation fee in Texas is $231, based on 8,405 verified out-the-door quotes from 1163 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 Toyota Galveston in Galveston is the highest-rated dealer in Texas with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 5 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. 866 of 1601 rated Texas dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.