Texas Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Texas? We analyzed 9,649 verified OTD quotes from 1757 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of September 2026, the average doc fee at 1291 rated Texas dealers is $226, $178 below the national average, based on 9,649 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Sep 7, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Lone Star State
Texas's dealer grade: B
81/100 average transparency score
47th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Texas has the 47th-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $226.
- 1011 of 1757 rated Texas dealers earned an A for transparency; 258 earned a D or F.
- Lithia Toyota Of Odessa in Odessa is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 3 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Texas range from $3 to $1,920 — Classic Honda charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Texas is accessories, appearing on 29% of itemized quotes at an average of $1,535.
Texas Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Texas
The most transparent dealers in Texas, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Lithia Toyota Of Odessa
Odessa, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesDoggett Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Beaumont, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesDoggett Ford Lincoln Of Beaumont
Beaumont, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 4 verified quotes
See the quotesRoger Beasley Mazda Central
Austin, TXAustin, TX
Doggett Honda Of Beaumont
Beaumont, TXBeaumont, TX
Mercedes-Benz Of Boerne
Boerne, TXBoerne, TX
Mac Haik's Southway Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
San Antonio, TXSan Antonio, TX
Classic Toyota Galveston
Galveston, TXGalveston, TX
Porsche Austin
Austin, TXAustin, TX
Porsche Dallas
Dallas, TXDallas, TX
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Highest Doc Fees in Texas
These Texas dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $226.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Classic Honda | $999 | 7 |
| 2 | Zt Automotive | $899 | 10 |
| 3 | Gengras | $899 | 3 |
| 4 | Westside Kia | $794 | 10 |
| 5 | Tate Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram | $752 | 8 |
| 6 | Berkshire Hathaway Automotive | $637 | 4 |
| 7 | Payne | $629 | 3 |
| 8 | Victory GMC | $599 | 3 |
| 9 | The High-Line Group | $595 | 3 |
| 10 | Dallas Direct Auto | $565 | 6 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 49/100 | $225 | 7 |
| Lockhart Motor Company | F 53/100 | $0 | 5 |
| Gengras | F 55/100 | $899 | 3 |
| Charlie Clark Infiniti Of El Paso | F 55/100 | $0 | 3 |
| Rise V Auto & Tire Center West | F 56/100 | $225 | 4 |
| Casa Buick GMC | F 57/100 | $150 | 3 |
| Dallas Motors | F 58/100 | $0 | 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
157 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
Chevrolet
123 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Dodge
105 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Jeep
102 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Chrysler
99 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Toyota
93 dealers · Avg score: 87/100
Ram
90 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
GMC
77 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Hyundai
71 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Nissan
66 dealers · Avg score: 78/100
Honda
63 dealers · Avg score: 84/100
Kia
54 dealers · Avg score: 77/100
Mazda
52 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Buick
49 dealers · Avg score: 82/100
Volkswagen
36 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
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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 $226, based on 9,649 verified out-the-door quotes from 1291 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $178 below the $404 national average.
Which Texas dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Classic Honda charges the highest verified doc fee in Texas at $999. Doc fees across the state range from $3 to $1,920.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Texas?
Lithia Toyota Of Odessa in Odessa 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. 1011 of 1757 rated Texas dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.