Tesla Model S Insurance Rates
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Average auto insurance rates for a Tesla Model S are $1,740 annually with full coverage. Comprehensive costs approximately $414, collision costs $800, and liability costs $390. A policy with just liability insurance costs as little as $438 a year, with coverage for high-risk drivers costing around $3,788. Teens receive the highest rates at $6,234 a year or more.
Average premium for full coverage: $1,740
Rate estimates by individual coverage type:
Includes $500 physical damage deductibles, liability limits of 30/60, and includes uninsured/under-insured motorist coverage. Rates are averaged for all U.S. states and for different Model S trim levels.
Price Range by Coverage and Risk
For a 40-year-old driver, prices range go from as cheap as $438 for your basic liability-only policy to a much higher rate of $3,788 for a driver that may need high-risk insurance.
Price Range by Location
Your location can have significant affects on the price of insurance. Rural locations tend to have fewer collision claims than cities with more traffic congestion.
The price range example below illustrates how your location can change auto insurance prices.
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More Rate Information
The chart below details estimated Tesla Model S insurance rates for additional coverage and risk scenarios.
- The cheapest rate after discounts is $965
- Drivers who choose higher $1,000 deductibles will pay $274 annually
- The estimated rate for a 40-year-old driver who chooses $500 deductibles is $1,740
- Selecting more expensive low deductibles for comprehensive and collision insurance will cost $2,278
- Higher-risk drivers with serious driving violations could pay around $3,788 or more
- The cost with full coverage for a teen driver with full coverage can cost $6,234 a year
Insurance rates for a Tesla Model S can also vary considerably based on the trim level of your Model S, your driving record, and physical damage deductibles and liability limits.
An older driver with no violations or accidents and high physical damage deductibles may pay as little as $1,600 per year on average for full coverage. Rates are much higher for teen drivers, where even without any violations or accidents they should be prepared to pay in the ballpark of $6,200 a year. View Rates by Age
If you like to drive fast or you caused a few accidents, you may be forking out anywhere from $2,100 to $2,800 additional per year, depending on your age. High-risk driver insurance 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 could save up to $820 every year, while increasing your policy's liability limits will push rates upward. Moving from a 50/100 bodily injury limit to a 250/500 limit will cost as much as $351 more each year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit
Where you live makes a big difference in Tesla Model S insurance prices. A 40-year-old driver could pay as low as $1,250 a year in states like Utah, Ohio, and New Hampshire, or have to pay at least $2,350 on average in New York, Michigan, and Florida.
| 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% |
With so much variability in rates, the best way to find out who has the cheapest auto insurance rates is to compare rates and see which company has the best rate. Every company calculates rates differently, and rates can be significantly different between companies.
| 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 Cheapest Tesla Model S Insurance
Saving money on car insurance not only requires being a safe and courteous driver, but also having good credit, eliminating unnecessary coverage, and qualifying for all possible discounts. Invest the time to shop around once a year by requesting quotes from direct companies like Progressive and GEICO, and also from your local independent and exclusive agents.
Below is a recap of the data that was illustrated above.
- You may be able to save around $220 per year simply by shopping early and online
- Policyholders who purchase higher levels of liability will pay approximately $430 every year to go from a minimum limit to higher 250/500 limits
- Teenage drivers are the costliest to insure, with premiums as much as $520 per month if they have full coverage
- Higher risk drivers that have major violations or accidents may pay on average $2,050 more per year for auto insurance
Rate Tables and Charts
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
| Deductible | Premium |
|---|---|
| $100 | $2,278 |
| $250 | $2,028 |
| $500 | $1,740 |
| $1,000 | $1,466 |
Full coverage, driver age 40
Rates by Liability Limit
| 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
| 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.
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 |
Discounts are estimated and may not be available from every company or in every state.
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