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The average insurance rates for a Nissan Leaf are $1,234 a year for full coverage. Comprehensive costs an estimated $228, collision costs $374, and liability costs $474. Liability-only coverage costs as little as $522 a year, with high-risk coverage costing around $2,668. Teens cost the most to insure at $4,788 a year or more.

Average premium for full coverage: $1,234

Policy rates broken down by type of insurance:

Comprehensive $228
Collision $374
Liability $474

Price estimates include $500 physical damage insurance deductibles, 30/60 liability coverage, and includes UM/UIM and medical coverage. Prices are averaged for all states and for all Leaf models.

Price Range Variability

For an average driver, Nissan Leaf insurance rates go from the low end price of $522 for a discount liability-only rate to the much higher price of $2,668 for a policy for a high-risk driver.

Liability Only $522
Full Coverage $1,234
High Risk $2,668

Urban vs. Rural Price Range

Your location can have significant affects on insurance rates. More rural locations are shown to have lower incidents of accident claims than cities with more traffic congestion.

The example below illustrates the effect of geographic area on insurance prices.

Rural Areas $926
Small Cities $1,296
Large Cities $1,666

The examples above show why everyone should compare rates for a targeted area, instead of using averaged prices.

Use the form below to get customized rates for your location.

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Rates by State, City, and Model

The chart below shows estimated Nissan Leaf insurance rates for other coverage scenarios.

  • The cheapest rate after discounts is $725
  • Drivers who choose higher $1,000 deductibles will pay approximately $138 a year
  • The estimated price for a good driver age 40 who has $500 deductibles is $1,234
  • Selecting pricier low deductibles for comprehensive and collision insurance bumps up the cost to $1,496
  • Higher-risk drivers with serious driving violations could pay up to $2,668 or more
  • Policy cost that insures a teen driver for full coverage can cost as much as $4,788 a year

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Nissan Leaf insurance cost comparison chart
Column chart showing full coverage Nissan Leaf insurance rates range from $725 to $4,788

Insurance rates for a Nissan Leaf also range considerably based on the model of your Leaf, how you drive, and liability limits and deductibles.

If you have a few points on your driving record or you caused an accident, you could be paying $1,500 to $2,100 additional every year, depending on your age. Nissan Leaf insurance for high-risk drivers can cost as much as 44% to 136% more than the average policy. View High Risk Driver Rates

A more mature driver with no violations or accidents and higher comprehensive and collision deductibles may pay as little as $1,200 per year on average, or $100 per month, for full coverage. Rates are much higher for teenagers, since even teens with perfect driving records should be prepared to pay at least $4,700 a year. View Rates by Age

Your home state makes a big difference in Nissan Leaf insurance prices. A 40-year-old driver could pay as low as $810 a year in states like Iowa, Maine, and Idaho, or have to pay at least $1,760 on average in New York, Louisiana, and Michigan.

Nissan Leaf Insurance Rates by State
State Premium Compared to U.S. Avg Percent Difference
Alabama $1,116 -$118 -9.6%
Alaska $944 -$290 -23.5%
Arizona $1,022 -$212 -17.2%
Arkansas $1,234 -$0 0.0%
California $1,406 $172 13.9%
Colorado $1,178 -$56 -4.5%
Connecticut $1,268 $34 2.8%
Delaware $1,396 $162 13.1%
Florida $1,542 $308 25.0%
Georgia $1,136 -$98 -7.9%
Hawaii $886 -$348 -28.2%
Idaho $832 -$402 -32.6%
Illinois $918 -$316 -25.6%
Indiana $928 -$306 -24.8%
Iowa $832 -$402 -32.6%
Kansas $1,172 -$62 -5.0%
Kentucky $1,680 $446 36.1%
Louisiana $1,824 $590 47.8%
Maine $760 -$474 -38.4%
Maryland $1,016 -$218 -17.7%
Massachusetts $986 -$248 -20.1%
Michigan $2,142 $908 73.6%
Minnesota $1,030 -$204 -16.5%
Mississippi $1,474 $240 19.4%
Missouri $1,094 -$140 -11.3%
Montana $1,322 $88 7.1%
Nebraska $972 -$262 -21.2%
Nevada $1,480 $246 19.9%
New Hampshire $886 -$348 -28.2%
New Jersey $1,376 $142 11.5%
New Mexico $1,092 -$142 -11.5%
New York $1,298 $64 5.2%
North Carolina $710 -$524 -42.5%
North Dakota $1,010 -$224 -18.2%
Ohio $852 -$382 -31.0%
Oklahoma $1,266 $32 2.6%
Oregon $1,128 -$106 -8.6%
Pennsylvania $1,178 -$56 -4.5%
Rhode Island $1,644 $410 33.2%
South Carolina $1,116 -$118 -9.6%
South Dakota $1,040 -$194 -15.7%
Tennessee $1,080 -$154 -12.5%
Texas $1,486 $252 20.4%
Utah $912 -$322 -26.1%
Vermont $844 -$390 -31.6%
Virginia $738 -$496 -40.2%
Washington $954 -$280 -22.7%
West Virginia $1,128 -$106 -8.6%
Wisconsin $854 -$380 -30.8%
Wyoming $1,098 -$136 -11.0%

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Nissan Leaf insurance rates by U.S. city

Choosing higher comprehensive and collision insurance deductibles could save up to $400 every year, whereas buying more liability protection will increase premiums. Going from a 50/100 bodily injury protection limit to a 250/500 limit will raise rates by up to $426 more each year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

Because rates have so much variability, the only way to know which auto insurance is cheapest is to regularly compare rates and see which company has the best rate. Every company calculates rates differently, and rates will be varied.

Nissan Leaf Insurance Rates by Model Year
Model Year Comprehensive Collision Liability Total Premium
2024 Nissan Leaf $332 $656 $398 $1,544
2023 Nissan Leaf $320 $640 $416 $1,534
2022 Nissan Leaf $310 $612 $430 $1,510
2021 Nissan Leaf $292 $592 $442 $1,484
2020 Nissan Leaf $282 $548 $452 $1,440
2019 Nissan Leaf $270 $516 $456 $1,400
2018 Nissan Leaf $258 $464 $460 $1,340
2017 Nissan Leaf $242 $426 $460 $1,286
2015 Nissan Leaf $228 $374 $474 $1,234
2014 Nissan Leaf $210 $346 $474 $1,188
2013 Nissan Leaf $206 $314 $478 $1,156
2012 Nissan Leaf $192 $288 $474 $1,112
2011 Nissan Leaf $180 $262 $474 $1,074

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

How to Find Cheaper Nissan Leaf Insurance

Finding cheaper rates on car insurance not only requires being a low-risk driver, but also having a good credit score, avoid buying unnecessary coverage, and maximizing policy discounts. Compare rates every year by requesting quotes from direct carriers, and also from your local independent and exclusive agents.

The items below are a condensed summary of the coverage data covered in the above illustrations.

  • Drivers can save approximately $140 per year simply by quoting online well ahead of the renewal date
  • Increasing comprehensive and collision deductibles can save approximately $400 each year
  • Teen drivers are expensive to insure, costing up to $399 each month if comprehensive and collision insurance is included
  • Higher risk drivers with multiple at-fault accidents may pay on average $1,430 more annually to insure their Leaf

Rates by Driver Age

Nissan Leaf Insurance Rates by Driver Age
Driver Age Premium
16 $4,788
20 $2,836
30 $1,270
40 $1,234
50 $1,128
60 $1,106

Full coverage, $500 deductibles

Rates by Deductible

Nissan Leaf Insurance Rates with Different Deductibles
Deductible Premium
$100 $1,496
$250 $1,374
$500 $1,234
$1,000 $1,096

Full coverage, driver age 40

Rates by Liability Limit

Nissan Leaf Insurance Rates with Different Liability Limits
Liability Limit Premium
30/60 $1,234
50/100 $1,329
100/300 $1,447
250/500 $1,755
100 CSL $1,376
300 CSL $1,637
500 CSL $1,827

Full coverage, driver age 40

Rates for High Risk Drivers

Nissan Leaf Insurance Rates for High Risk Drivers
Age Premium
16 $6,794
20 $4,524
30 $2,706
40 $2,668
50 $2,548
60 $2,524

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 $171

Potential Rate Discounts

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

Discount Savings
Multi-policy $65
Multi-vehicle $66
Homeowner $20
5-yr Accident Free $84
5-yr Claim Free $79
Paid in Full/EFT $51
Advance Quote $58
Online Quote $86
Total Discounts $509
Rate after discounts $725

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

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