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Average auto insurance rates for a Nissan Leaf are $1,234 annually for full coverage. Comprehensive costs on average $228, collision insurance costs $374, and liability insurance costs $474. Liability-only coverage costs as little as $522 a year, and high-risk coverage costs around $2,668. Teen drivers receive the highest rates at up to $4,788 a year.

Average premium for full coverage: $1,234

Rate estimates by individual coverage type:

Comprehensive $228
Collision $374
Liability $474

These estimates include $500 policy deductibles, 30/60 bodily injury liability limits, and includes uninsured motorist and medical coverage. Rates are averaged for all states and for all Leaf models.

Price Range by Coverage and Risk

For the normal driver, prices range range from as cheap as $522 for the bare minimum liability coverage to the much higher price of $2,668 for a driver who requires high-risk insurance.

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

Price Range by Location

Your location has a significant impact on car insurance rates. Rural areas tend to have fewer accident claims than larger metro areas. The example below illustrates how geographic area affects car insurance rates.

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

These examples show why everyone should compare rates based on a specific location and their own personal driving habits, rather than relying on price averages.

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Additional Rate Information

The chart below shows average Nissan Leaf insurance rates for different risk profiles and scenarios.

  • The lowest rate with discounts is $725
  • Drivers who choose higher $1,000 deductibles will pay around $138 a year
  • The estimated rate for a 40-year-old driver with $500 deductibles is $1,234
  • Choosing pricier low deductibles for comprehensive and collision insurance will cost $1,496
  • High risk drivers with multiple violations and an at-fault accident could pay upwards of $2,668
  • The cost with full coverage for a teen driver for full coverage may cost $4,788 a year

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

Car insurance rates for a Nissan Leaf can also vary considerably based on the trim level of your Leaf, your driver profile, and policy deductibles and limits.

A more mature driver with no driving violations and high physical damage deductibles could pay as little as $1,200 per year on average for full coverage. Rates are highest for teen drivers, where even without any violations or accidents they will be charged upwards of $4,700 a year. View Rates by Age

If you like to drive fast or you caused a few accidents, you could be paying at a minimum $1,500 to $2,100 extra per year, depending on your age. Nissan Leaf insurance for high-risk drivers can cost anywhere from 44% to 136% more than average. View High Risk Driver Rates

Choosing high deductibles could save up to $400 each year, whereas buying more liability protection will cost you more. Going from a 50/100 bodily injury limit to a 250/500 limit will cost as much as $426 extra every 12 months. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

Where you live makes a big difference in Nissan Leaf insurance rates. A 40-year-old driver could pay as low as $810 a year in states like Idaho, Maine, and Iowa, or as much as $1,760 on average in Michigan, Louisiana, and New York.

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
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 Buy Cheap Nissan Leaf Insurance

Saving money on Nissan Leaf insurance not only requires being a good driver, but also having a good credit score, eliminating unneeded coverage, and possibly raising deductibles. Invest the time to compare rates at every other renewal by requesting quotes from direct carriers like Progressive and GEICO, and also from local insurance agents.

The following list is a brief summary of the concepts that were presented in the illustrations above.

  • High-risk drivers that tend to have accidents or serious violations may be required to pay an average of $1,430 more each year than a safer driver
  • Drivers age 16 to 20 are expensive to insure, costing as high as $399 per month if comprehensive and collision insurance is included
  • Drivers can save as much as $140 per year just by quoting online well ahead of the renewal date
  • Increasing deductibles could save up to $400 each year
  • Drivers can save as much as $140 per year just by quoting online well ahead of the renewal date

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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