Nissan Leaf Insurance Rates
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The average auto insurance rates for a Nissan Leaf are $1,234 annually for full coverage. Comprehensive insurance costs an estimated $228, collision costs $374, and liability coverage costs around $474. A liability-only policy costs as low as $522 a year, with high-risk insurance costing $2,668 or more. Teen drivers 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:
These estimates include $500 policy deductibles, minimum liability limits, and includes both medical and UM/UIM 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 as cheap as $522 for basic liability insurance to the much higher price of $2,668 for high-risk insurance.
Urban vs. Rural Price Range
Where you live has a large influence on insurance rates. More rural locations are shown to have fewer accident claims than larger metro areas.
The example below illustrates the effect of geographic area on insurance prices.
The examples above show why everyone should compare prices for a targeted area and their own personal driving habits, rather than using price averages.
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Rate Comparisons
The chart below shows estimated Nissan Leaf insurance rates for other coverage scenarios.
- The lowest rate with discounts is $725
- Using higher $1,000 deductibles will save approximately $138 a year
- The estimated rate for a good driver age 40 who has $500 deductibles is $1,234
- Choosing pricier low deductibles for physical damage coverage costs an additional $262 each year
- Higher-risk drivers with multiple violations and an at-fault accident could pay up to $2,668 or more
- Policy cost with full coverage for a teenage driver for full coverage can cost as much as $4,788 or more
Car insurance rates for a Nissan Leaf also range considerably based on the model year and trim level, your driver profile, and liability limits and deductibles.
A more mature driver with no driving violations and high physical damage deductibles may only pay around $1,200 a year, or $100 per month, for full coverage. Rates are highest for teenagers, where even without any violations or accidents they will be charged at least $4,700 a year. View Rates by Age
If you have a few points on your driving record or you caused a few accidents, you could be paying $1,500 to $2,100 extra every year, depending on your age. Nissan Leaf insurance for high-risk drivers can be around 44% to 136% more than average. View High Risk Driver Rates
Choosing high deductibles could cut rates by as much as $400 a year, whereas buying more liability protection will increase premiums. Going from a 50/100 bodily injury limit to a 250/500 limit will raise rates by up to $426 extra every 12 months. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit
Your home state has a huge impact on Nissan Leaf insurance rates. A driver around age 40 might see rates as low as $810 a year in states like Iowa, Maine, and Idaho, or as much as $1,760 on average in New York, Louisiana, and Michigan.
| 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% |

Because rates have so much variability, the only way to know which auto insurance is cheapest is to regularly compare rates and see how they stack up. Each insurance company uses a different rate calculation, so rate quotes will be varied between companies.
| 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
Finding cheaper rates on auto insurance requires being safe and accident-free, having a good credit score, avoid buying unnecessary coverage, and not having any coverage lapses. Take the time to compare rates every couple of years by getting rate quotes from direct carriers like Progressive, GEICO, and Esurance, and also from local exclusive and independent agents.
Below you'll find a brief summary of the material that was covered in the above illustrations.
- Consumers who want more liability protection will pay about $520 each year to increase from a 30/60 limit to higher 250/500 limits
- Youthful drivers have the highest car insurance rates, costing up to $399 each month if comprehensive and collision insurance is included
- Drivers that tend to have accidents or serious violations may pay on average $1,430 more annually than a low-risk driver
- Increasing comprehensive and collision deductibles could save up to $400 each year
Rate Tables and Charts
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
| Deductible | Premium |
|---|---|
| $100 | $1,496 |
| $250 | $1,374 |
| $500 | $1,234 |
| $1,000 | $1,096 |
Full coverage, driver age 40
Rates by Liability Limit
| 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
| 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.
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 |
Discounts are estimated and may not be available from every company or in every state.
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