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U.S. average insurance rates for a Nissan Leaf are $1,234 a year with full coverage. Comprehensive costs approximately $228, collision costs $374, and liability is estimated at $474. A policy with just liability insurance costs approximately $522 a year, with coverage for high-risk drivers costing around $2,668. Teens pay the highest rates at $4,788 a year or more.

Average premium for full coverage: $1,234

Price estimates by individual coverage:

Comprehensive $228
Collision $374
Liability $474

Estimates include $500 physical damage deductibles, bodily injury liability limits of 30/60, and includes UM/UIM and medical coverage. Estimates are averaged for all U.S. states and for all Leaf models.

Price Range from Low to High

For the average 40-year-old driver, Nissan Leaf insurance prices go from as low as $522 for a discount liability-only rate to the much higher price of $2,668 for a driver who has had serious violations or accidents.

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

Geographic Price Range

Living in a larger city can make a big difference on the price of insurance. Rural locations have a lower frequency of collision claims than cities with more traffic congestion.

The example below illustrates the difference location can make on auto insurance prices.

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

The ranges above demonstrate why everyone should get quotes using their specific location and risk profile, instead of making a decision based on averaged prices.

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Rates by State, City, and Model

The chart below details estimated Nissan Leaf insurance rates for additional coverage and risk scenarios.

  • The cheapest rate after discounts is $725
  • Choosing higher $1,000 deductibles can save $138 annually
  • The average rate for the average middle-age driver who chooses $500 deductibles is $1,234
  • Selecting pricier low deductibles for comp and collision coverage will increase the cost to $1,496
  • Higher-risk drivers with serious driving violations could pay around $2,668 or more
  • The price for full coverage for a 16-year-old driver for full coverage can cost $4,788 each 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 prices for a Nissan Leaf are also quite variable based on your driving record, the trim level and model year, and physical damage deductibles and liability limits.

A more mature driver with a clean driving record and high deductibles may pay as low as $1,200 annually on average for full coverage. Prices are much higher for teenage drivers, where even good drivers can expect to pay in the ballpark of $4,700 a year. View Rates by Age

The state you live in plays a big part in determining prices for Nissan Leaf insurance prices. A good driver about age 40 could pay as low as $890 a year in states like Utah, Ohio, and New Hampshire, or have to pay at least $1,670 on average in New York, Michigan, and Florida.

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 can save as much as $400 annually, whereas buying more liability protection will push prices upward. Moving from a 50/100 limit to a 250/500 limit will increase prices by as much as $426 more per year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

If you have some driving violations or tend to cause accidents, you may be forking out anywhere from $1,500 to $2,100 extra each year, depending on your age. Nissan Leaf insurance for high-risk drivers ranges from 44% to 136% more than the average policy. View High Risk Driver Rates

Since prices can be so different, the best way to find out who has the cheapest auto insurance prices is to regularly compare prices from multiple companies. Each auto insurer calculates prices differently, so the prices may be quite different from one company to the next.

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 Low Cost Nissan Leaf Insurance

Getting lower rates on insurance for a Nissan Leaf takes being a safe and courteous driver, maintaining good credit, avoid buying unnecessary coverage, and maximizing policy discounts. Make time to compare rates every other policy renewal by requesting quotes from direct companies like Progressive and GEICO, and also from several local insurance agents.

Below is a review of the ideas that were touched on in this article.

  • Teenage drivers are expensive to insure, costing up to $399 a month for full coverage
  • Drivers considered higher risk who have several accidents or serious violations pay on average $1,430 more per year for auto insurance
  • Increasing physical damage deductibles can save around $400 each year
  • You may be able to save around $140 per year simply 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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