Texas Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Texas? We analyzed 9,974 verified OTD quotes from 2008 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of November 2026, the average doc fee at 1552 rated Texas dealers is $227, $177 below the national average, based on 9,974 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Nov 6, 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 52 states we track, at $227.
- 1013 of 2008 rated Texas dealers earned an A for transparency; 508 earned a D or F.
- Dallas Lease Returns in Farmers Branch is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 3 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Texas range from $22 to $2,122 — Auto Boutique charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Texas is window tint, appearing on 28% of itemized quotes at an average of $593.
Texas Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Texas
The most transparent dealers in Texas, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Dallas Lease Returns
Farmers Branch, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesDavid Mcdavid Ford
Fort Worth, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 28 verified quotes
See the quotesDavid Mcdavid Lincoln
Frisco, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 14 verified quotes
See the quotesElder Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM Cedar Creek
Gun Barrel City, TXGun Barrel City, TX
East Dallas Diesel
Dallas, TXDallas, TX
Dfw Auto Mill
Arlington, TXArlington, TX
Tegeler Toyota
Brenham, TXBrenham, TX
Don Ringler Chevrolet
Temple, TXTemple, TX
Doggett Lincoln of Beaumont
Beaumont, TXBeaumont, TX
Porsche San Antonio
San Antonio, TXSan Antonio, TX
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Highest Doc Fees in Texas
These Texas dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $227.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Auto Boutique | $1,298 | 7 |
| 2 | Classic Toyota of Tyler | $999 | 13 |
| 3 | Zt Automotive | $948 | 9 |
| 4 | Westside Kia | $756 | 9 |
| 5 | Demontrond Hyundai | $723 | 3 |
| 6 | Autobahn Volvo Cars | $508 | 3 |
| 7 | Patterson Honda | $499 | 5 |
| 8 | Demontrond Mazda | $498 | 27 |
| 9 | Not Specified | $493 | 4 |
| 10 | Superior Subaru of Houston | $461 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Infiniti | F 9/100 | — | 8 |
| Freedom Buick GMC Greenville By Ed Morse | F 36/100 | — | 3 |
| Autobahn Cadillac Arlington | F 39/100 | — | 3 |
| Covert Cadillac Bee Cave | F 39/100 | — | 6 |
| Freedom Ford Greenville By Ed Morse | F 39/100 | — | 4 |
| Clay Cooley Cjdr Arlington | F 40/100 | — | 5 |
| Autosavvy Richardson | F 41/100 | — | 3 |
| Community Honda | F 41/100 | — | 12 |
| Clay Cooley Mitsubishi of Arlington | F 41/100 | — | 3 |
| Kramer Chevrolet Madisonville | F 42/100 | — | 3 |
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
177 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Chevrolet
144 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Dodge
113 dealers · Avg score: 78/100
Jeep
107 dealers · Avg score: 78/100
Chrysler
105 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Ram
104 dealers · Avg score: 78/100
Toyota
91 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
GMC
84 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Nissan
77 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Hyundai
68 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Honda
67 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Kia
57 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Buick
52 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Mazda
51 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Volkswagen
40 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
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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 November 2026, the average documentation fee in Texas is $227, based on 9,974 verified out-the-door quotes from 1552 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $177 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 $22 to $2,122.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Texas?
Dallas Lease Returns in Farmers Branch 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. 1013 of 2008 rated Texas dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.