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The average insurance rates for a Nissan Leaf are $1,234 a year including full coverage. Comprehensive insurance costs around $228 each year, collision insurance costs $374, and liability insurance costs $474. Buying just liability costs as little as $522 a year, and insurance for high-risk drivers costs $2,668 or more. Teenage drivers cost the most to insure at up to $4,788 a year.

Average premium for full coverage: $1,234

Policy rates for type of insurance:

Comprehensive $228
Collision $374
Liability $474

Full coverage includes $500 deductibles, 30/60 split liability limits, and includes UM/UIM and medical coverage. Prices are averaged for all 50 U.S. states and Leaf models.

Price Range Variability

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

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

Urban vs. Rural Price Range

Your location has a significant impact on the price of insurance. Areas with sparse population are shown to have lower incidents of comprehensive and collision claims than densely populated cities. The graphic below illustrates how location impacts auto insurance rates.

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

The examples above highlight why all drivers should compare rates for a specific zip code, rather than relying on average rates.

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Rates by State, City, and Model

The chart below breaks down average Nissan Leaf insurance rates for additional coverage choices and driver risks.

  • The best discount rate is $725
  • Drivers who choose higher $1,000 deductibles will pay about $138 every year
  • The estimated price for a good driver age 40 using $500 deductibles is $1,234
  • Using low deductibles for comprehensive and collision insurance will cost an additional $262 a year
  • High risk drivers who are prone to accidents and violations could pay at least $2,668
  • Policy cost that insures a teen driver can be $4,788 a year

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

Insurance rates for a Nissan Leaf also range considerably based on the trim level and model year, your driving record and age, and deductibles and policy limits.

If you have a few points on your driving record or you caused an accident, you are likely paying at least $1,500 to $2,100 extra every year, depending on your age. Insurance for high-risk drivers can cost anywhere from 44% to 136% more than a normal policy. View High Risk Driver Rates

More mature drivers with a clean driving record and higher comprehensive and collision deductibles could 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 can expect to pay as much as $4,700 a year. View Rates by Age

Your home state makes a big difference in Nissan Leaf insurance rates. A 40-year-old driver could pay as low as $950 a year in states like Missouri, New Hampshire, and Vermont, or be forced to pay as much as $1,760 on average in Michigan, New York, and Louisiana.

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

Using high physical damage deductibles could save up to $400 each year, whereas increasing liability limits will increase rates. Changing from a 50/100 bodily injury protection limit to a 250/500 limit will raise rates by up to $426 more per year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

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 More Affordable Nissan Leaf Insurance

Finding cheaper rates on Nissan Leaf insurance not only requires not taking risks behind the wheel, but also having above-average credit, paying for small claims out-of-pocket, and dropping full coverage on older vehicles. Compare prices at least every other year by quoting rates from direct car insurance companies, and also from local insurance agencies.

The following is a summary of the car insurance concepts touched on above.

  • High-risk drivers who have multiple accidents or major violations may have to pay on average $1,430 more every year for Leaf insurance
  • You may be able to save up to $140 per year just by quoting online in advance
  • Increasing comprehensive and collision deductibles can save approximately $400 each year
  • Drivers who may need higher liability limits will pay an extra $520 per year to go from a 30/60 limit to the 250/500 level

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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