Mazda RX-8 Insurance Rates
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Average insurance prices for a Mazda RX-8 are $942 every 12 months for full coverage. Comprehensive insurance costs around $154, collision costs $188, and liability coverage costs around $442. A liability-only policy costs as low as $496 a year, with high-risk insurance costing $2,020 or more. Teen drivers receive the highest rates at $3,814 a year or more.
Average premium for full coverage: $942
Rate estimates for individual coverage type:
Estimates include $500 deductible amounts, 30/60 liability limits, and includes medical and uninsured motorist coverage. Rates are averaged for all states and for different RX-8 trim levels.
Price Range by Coverage and Risk
For a driver around age 40, prices range go from the cheapest price of $496 for just liability coverage to a much higher rate of $2,020 for a driver required to buy high-risk insurance.
Price Range by Location
Where you live has a large influence on auto insurance rates. Areas with sparse population tend to have more infrequent accident claims than larger metro areas.
The price range example below illustrates the difference between rural and urban areas on auto insurance rates.
These examples show why anyone shopping for car insurance should compare prices for a specific zip code and their own driving history, rather than using price averages.
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Detailed Rate Analysis
The chart below shows estimated Mazda RX-8 insurance rates for additional coverage choices and driver risks.
- The lowest rate with discounts is $578
- Using higher $1,000 deductibles will save about $78 a year
- The average price for a 40-year-old driver using $500 deductibles is $942
- Choosing more expensive low deductibles for physical damage coverage costs an extra $148 each year
- Higher-risk drivers with multiple violations and an at-fault accident could pay at least $2,020 or more
- The cost to insure a teenage driver with full coverage can be $3,814 or more
Insurance rates for a Mazda RX-8 can also vary considerably based on policy deductibles and limits, your driver profile, and the trim level and model year.
Choosing high deductibles could cut rates by as much as $230 a year, while increasing your policy's liability limits will increase rates. Going from a 50/100 liability limit to a 250/500 limit will cost as much as $398 more per year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit
An older driver with a clean driving record and higher deductibles may only pay around $900 a year for full coverage. Rates are highest for teen drivers, since even excellent drivers can expect to pay as much as $3,800 a year. View Rates by Age
If you like to drive fast or you were responsible for an accident, you could be paying at least $1,100 to $1,600 extra per year, depending on your age. High-risk driver insurance can be around 42% to 130% more than average. View High Risk Driver Rates
Where you live has a huge impact on Mazda RX-8 insurance rates. A driver around age 40 might see rates as low as $620 a year in states like Idaho, Maine, and Iowa, or as much as $1,350 on average in Michigan, Louisiana, and New York.
| State | Premium | Compared to U.S. Avg | Percent Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $854 | -$88 | -9.3% |
| Alaska | $724 | -$218 | -23.1% |
| Arizona | $784 | -$158 | -16.8% |
| Arkansas | $942 | -$0 | 0.0% |
| California | $1,074 | $132 | 14.0% |
| Colorado | $902 | -$40 | -4.2% |
| Connecticut | $970 | $28 | 3.0% |
| Delaware | $1,066 | $124 | 13.2% |
| Florida | $1,182 | $240 | 25.5% |
| Georgia | $870 | -$72 | -7.6% |
| Hawaii | $680 | -$262 | -27.8% |
| Idaho | $638 | -$304 | -32.3% |
| Illinois | $704 | -$238 | -25.3% |
| Indiana | $710 | -$232 | -24.6% |
| Iowa | $636 | -$306 | -32.5% |
| Kansas | $896 | -$46 | -4.9% |
| Kentucky | $1,286 | $344 | 36.5% |
| Louisiana | $1,396 | $454 | 48.2% |
| Maine | $582 | -$360 | -38.2% |
| Maryland | $780 | -$162 | -17.2% |
| Massachusetts | $756 | -$186 | -19.7% |
| Michigan | $1,638 | $696 | 73.9% |
| Minnesota | $790 | -$152 | -16.1% |
| Mississippi | $1,132 | $190 | 20.2% |
| Missouri | $838 | -$104 | -11.0% |
| Montana | $1,014 | $72 | 7.6% |
| Nebraska | $744 | -$198 | -21.0% |
| Nevada | $1,132 | $190 | 20.2% |
| New Hampshire | $680 | -$262 | -27.8% |
| New Jersey | $1,054 | $112 | 11.9% |
| New Mexico | $834 | -$108 | -11.5% |
| New York | $994 | $52 | 5.5% |
| North Carolina | $544 | -$398 | -42.3% |
| North Dakota | $772 | -$170 | -18.0% |
| Ohio | $652 | -$290 | -30.8% |
| Oklahoma | $970 | $28 | 3.0% |
| Oregon | $864 | -$78 | -8.3% |
| Pennsylvania | $902 | -$40 | -4.2% |
| Rhode Island | $1,260 | $318 | 33.8% |
| South Carolina | $854 | -$88 | -9.3% |
| South Dakota | $796 | -$146 | -15.5% |
| Tennessee | $828 | -$114 | -12.1% |
| Texas | $1,136 | $194 | 20.6% |
| Utah | $700 | -$242 | -25.7% |
| Vermont | $646 | -$296 | -31.4% |
| Virginia | $564 | -$378 | -40.1% |
| Washington | $732 | -$210 | -22.3% |
| West Virginia | $864 | -$78 | -8.3% |
| Wisconsin | $654 | -$288 | -30.6% |
| Wyoming | $842 | -$100 | -10.6% |

With so much variability in rates, the only way to know your exact price is to compare rates and see how they stack up. Each insurance company uses a different rate calculation, so the rates can be significantly different.
Insurance Rates by Trim Level and Model Year
| Model and Trim | Annual Premium | Monthly Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Mazda RX-8 Sport 4-Dr Coupe | $930 | $78 |
| Mazda RX-8 Grand Touring 4-Dr Coupe | $942 | $79 |
| Mazda RX-8 R3 4-Dr Coupe | $942 | $79 |
Rates assume 2006 model year, a 40-year-old male driver with no accidents or violations, $500 comprehensive and collision deductibles, minimum liability limits, and uninsured/under-insured motorist coverage included. Rates are for comparison only and are averaged for all 50 U.S. states.
| Model Year | Comprehensive | Collision | Liability | Total Premium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 Mazda RX-8 | $180 | $224 | $468 | $1,030 |
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | $154 | $188 | $442 | $942 |
Rates are averaged for all Mazda RX-8 models and trim levels. Rates assume a 40-year-old male driver, full coverage with $500 deductibles, and a clean driving record.
How to Shop for Low Cost Mazda RX-8 Insurance
Saving money on auto insurance requires having a good driving record, having good credit, eliminating unneeded coverage, and insuring your home and auto with the same company. Set aside time to compare rates at every policy renewal by requesting rates from direct carriers like GEICO, Progressive, and Esurance, and also from local exclusive and independent agents.
The next list is a review of the data covered above.
- Consumers who may need increased levels of liability coverage will pay about $490 each year to increase from a minimum limit to a 250/500 level
- Drivers can save up to $100 per year simply by shopping early and online
- Increasing deductibles could save as much as $225 each year
- Drivers age 20 and younger pay higher rates, costing as high as $318 per month if they have full coverage
Rate Tables and Charts
Rates by Driver Age
| Driver Age | Premium |
|---|---|
| 16 | $3,814 |
| 20 | $2,150 |
| 30 | $958 |
| 40 | $942 |
| 50 | $866 |
| 60 | $848 |
Full coverage, $500 deductibles
Rates by Deductible
| Deductible | Premium |
|---|---|
| $100 | $1,090 |
| $250 | $1,024 |
| $500 | $942 |
| $1,000 | $864 |
Full coverage, driver age 40
Rates by Liability Limit
| Liability Limit | Premium |
|---|---|
| 30/60 | $942 |
| 50/100 | $1,030 |
| 100/300 | $1,141 |
| 250/500 | $1,428 |
| 100 CSL | $1,075 |
| 300 CSL | $1,318 |
| 500 CSL | $1,495 |
Full coverage, driver age 40
Rates for High Risk Drivers
| Age | Premium |
|---|---|
| 16 | $5,356 |
| 20 | $3,422 |
| 30 | $2,036 |
| 40 | $2,020 |
| 50 | $1,932 |
| 60 | $1,912 |
Full coverage, $500 deductibles, two speeding tickets, and one at-fault accident
If a financial responsibility filing is required, the additional charge below may also apply.
Potential Rate Discounts
If you qualify for discounts, you may save the amounts shown below.
| Discount | Savings |
|---|---|
| Multi-policy | $47 |
| Multi-vehicle | $50 |
| Homeowner | $17 |
| 5-yr Accident Free | $56 |
| 5-yr Claim Free | $58 |
| Paid in Full/EFT | $33 |
| Advance Quote | $40 |
| Online Quote | $63 |
| Total Discounts | $364 |
Discounts are estimated and may not be available from every company or in every state.
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