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Estimated auto insurance rates for a Tesla Model S are $1,740 annually for full coverage insurance. Comprehensive insurance costs an estimated $414 a year, collision insurance costs $800, and liability is $390. A liability-only policy costs around $438 a year, and high-risk insurance costs $3,788 or more. Teens pay the most at up to $6,234 a year.

Average premium for full coverage: $1,740

Premium estimates broken down by type of coverage:

Comprehensive $414
Collision $800
Liability $390

Rates are based on $500 deductible amounts, 30/60 bodily injury liability limits, and includes uninsured/under-insured motorist coverage. Rates include averaging for all 50 states and Model S trim levels.

Insurance Price Range by Risk and Coverage

For a driver in their 40's, insurance rates for a Tesla Model S range from as cheap as $438 for your basic liability-only policy to a high of $3,788 for a driver who requires high-risk insurance.

Liability Only $438
Full Coverage $1,740
High Risk $3,788

Insurance Price Range by Location

Choosing to live in a large city can have significant affects on the price of insurance. More rural locations are statistically proven to have fewer physical damage claims than cities with more traffic congestion. The diagram below illustrates how location helps determine insurance prices.

Rural Areas $1,305
Small Cities $1,827
Large Cities $2,349

These rate differences illustrate why it is important to compare rates quotes for a targeted area and their own personal driving habits, instead of using averaged prices.

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More Rate Information

The chart below illustrates average Tesla Model S insurance rates for other coverage scenarios.

  • The cheapest rate after discounts is $965
  • Raising to $1,000 deductibles will save approximately $1,466 each year
  • The estimated rate for a 40-year-old good driver who has $500 deductibles is $1,740
  • Selecting low $100 deductibles costs an additional $538 every year
  • At-risk drivers with serious driving violations could pay up to $3,788
  • An auto insurance policy with full coverage for a teen driver can cost as much as $6,234

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Tesla Model S insurance cost comparison chart
Column chart showing Tesla Model S insurance prices range from $965 to $6,234 for full coverage

Auto insurance prices for a Tesla Model S also have a wide range based on the model of your Model S, your risk profile, and liability limits and deductibles.

Older drivers with a good driving record and high physical damage deductibles may pay as little as $1,600 every 12 months on average, or $133 per month, for full coverage. Prices are much higher for drivers in their teens, where even without any violations or accidents they will have to pay at least $6,200 a year. View Rates by Age

If you have a few violations or you caused a few accidents, you are probably paying $2,100 to $2,800 in extra premium annually, depending on your age. A high-risk auto insurance policy is expensive and can cost as much as 45% to 135% more than the average policy. View High Risk Driver Rates

Choosing higher comprehensive and collision insurance deductibles can reduce prices by up to $820 every year, while buying higher liability limits will increase premiums. Switching from a 50/100 bodily injury limit to a 250/500 limit will cost up to $351 extra every year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

Where you choose to live also has a big influence on Tesla Model S insurance prices. A middle-age driver might find prices as low as $1,140 a year in states like North Carolina, Wisconsin, and Vermont, or have to pay at least $2,350 on average in Florida, New York, and Michigan.

Tesla Model S Insurance Rates by State
State Premium Compared to U.S. Avg Percent Difference
Alabama $1,572 -$168 -9.7%
Alaska $1,336 -$404 -23.2%
Arizona $1,444 -$296 -17.0%
Arkansas $1,740 -$0 0.0%
California $1,984 $244 14.0%
Colorado $1,662 -$78 -4.5%
Connecticut $1,788 $48 2.8%
Delaware $1,968 $228 13.1%
Florida $2,174 $434 24.9%
Georgia $1,610 -$130 -7.5%
Hawaii $1,250 -$490 -28.2%
Idaho $1,180 -$560 -32.2%
Illinois $1,298 -$442 -25.4%
Indiana $1,312 -$428 -24.6%
Iowa $1,174 -$566 -32.5%
Kansas $1,654 -$86 -4.9%
Kentucky $2,376 $636 36.6%
Louisiana $2,576 $836 48.0%
Maine $1,076 -$664 -38.2%
Maryland $1,436 -$304 -17.5%
Massachusetts $1,390 -$350 -20.1%
Michigan $3,022 $1,282 73.7%
Minnesota $1,460 -$280 -16.1%
Mississippi $2,084 $344 19.8%
Missouri $1,546 -$194 -11.1%
Montana $1,870 $130 7.5%
Nebraska $1,370 -$370 -21.3%
Nevada $2,088 $348 20.0%
New Hampshire $1,256 -$484 -27.8%
New Jersey $1,946 $206 11.8%
New Mexico $1,540 -$200 -11.5%
New York $1,832 $92 5.3%
North Carolina $1,002 -$738 -42.4%
North Dakota $1,426 -$314 -18.0%
Ohio $1,200 -$540 -31.0%
Oklahoma $1,786 $46 2.6%
Oregon $1,594 -$146 -8.4%
Pennsylvania $1,658 -$82 -4.7%
Rhode Island $2,322 $582 33.4%
South Carolina $1,578 -$162 -9.3%
South Dakota $1,468 -$272 -15.6%
Tennessee $1,524 -$216 -12.4%
Texas $2,098 $358 20.6%
Utah $1,290 -$450 -25.9%
Vermont $1,190 -$550 -31.6%
Virginia $1,042 -$698 -40.1%
Washington $1,344 -$396 -22.8%
West Virginia $1,596 -$144 -8.3%
Wisconsin $1,204 -$536 -30.8%
Wyoming $1,550 -$190 -10.9%

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Tesla Model S insurance rates by U.S. city
Tesla Model S Insurance Rates by Model Year
Model Year Comprehensive Collision Liability Total Premium
2024 Tesla Model S $532 $1,130 $338 $2,136
2023 Tesla Model S $514 $1,104 $354 $2,108
2022 Tesla Model S $496 $1,058 $364 $2,054
2021 Tesla Model S $470 $1,020 $376 $2,002
2020 Tesla Model S $452 $946 $384 $1,918
2019 Tesla Model S $432 $892 $388 $1,848
2018 Tesla Model S $414 $800 $390 $1,740
2017 Tesla Model S $388 $736 $390 $1,650
2016 Tesla Model S $374 $690 $394 $1,594
2014 Tesla Model S $338 $598 $402 $1,474
2013 Tesla Model S $330 $542 $406 $1,414
2012 Tesla Model S $306 $496 $402 $1,340

Rates are averaged for all Tesla Model S models and trim levels. Rates assume a 40-year-old male driver, full coverage with $500 deductibles, and a clean driving record.

How to Buy the Best Cheap Tesla Model S Insurance

Finding better rates on car insurance consists of having a good driving record, having above-average credit, paying for small claims out-of-pocket, and consideration of higher deductibles. Invest time comparing rates at every other renewal by getting quotes from direct insurance companies, and also from your local independent and exclusive agents.

The next list is a quick review of the concepts that were covered in the charts and tables above.

  • Higher risk drivers with a DUI or reckless driving violation may pay on average $2,050 more annually to buy Tesla Model S insurance
  • Drivers age 20 and younger are the costliest to insure, with premiums being up to $520 per month if full coverage is included
  • It is possible to save approximately $220 per year just by quoting early and online
  • Increasing policy deductibles could save up to $800 each year
  • It is possible to save approximately $220 per year just by quoting early and online

Rates by Driver Age

Tesla Model S Insurance Rates by Driver Age
Driver Age Premium
16 $6,234
20 $4,028
30 $1,838
40 $1,740
50 $1,588
60 $1,560

Full coverage, $500 deductibles

Rates by Deductible

Tesla Model S Insurance Rates with Different Deductibles
Deductible Premium
$100 $2,278
$250 $2,028
$500 $1,740
$1,000 $1,466

Full coverage, driver age 40

Rates by Liability Limit

Tesla Model S Insurance Rates with Different Liability Limits
Liability Limit Premium
30/60 $1,740
50/100 $1,818
100/300 $1,916
250/500 $2,169
100 CSL $1,857
300 CSL $2,072
500 CSL $2,228

Full coverage, driver age 40

Rates for High Risk Drivers

Tesla Model S Insurance Rates for High Risk Drivers
Age Premium
16 $8,982
20 $6,420
30 $3,898
40 $3,788
50 $3,610
60 $3,578

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.

SR-22 Surcharge $251

Potential Rate Discounts

If you qualify for discounts, you may save the amounts shown below.

Discount Savings
Multi-policy $96
Multi-vehicle $91
Homeowner $24
5-yr Accident Free $140
5-yr Claim Free $116
Paid in Full/EFT $88
Advance Quote $92
Online Quote $128
Total Discounts $775
Rate after discounts $965

Discounts are estimated and may not be available from every company or in every state.

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