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The average auto insurance rates for a Nissan Leaf are $1,256 annually for full coverage. Comprehensive costs approximately $234, collision costs $400, and liability is $464. A liability-only policy costs around $514 a year, with high-risk insurance costing around $2,722. 16-year-old drivers cost the most to insure at $4,858 a year or more.

Average premium for full coverage: $1,256

Policy rates by type of insurance:

Comprehensive $234
Collision $400
Liability $464

Prices are based on $500 policy deductibles, 30/60 liability limits, and includes medical and UM/UIM coverage. Prices are averaged for all states and for all Leaf models.

Price Range Variability

For the normal driver, Nissan Leaf insurance rates go from as cheap as $514 for just liability insurance to the much higher price of $2,722 for a driver required to buy high-risk insurance.

Liability Only $514
Full Coverage $1,256
High Risk $2,722

Urban vs. Rural Price Range

Choosing to live in a large city can have significant affects on car insurance rates. Rural locations are shown to have fewer accident claims than congested cities.

The example below illustrates how geographic area affects auto insurance prices.

Rural Areas $942
Small Cities $1,319
Large Cities $1,696

The examples above show why everyone should compare rates quotes using their specific location and their own personal driving habits, instead of using rate averages.

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More Rate Details

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

  • The best full coverage rate is $734
  • Raising to $1,000 deductibles will save $144 a year
  • The estimated rate for a good driver age 40 who chooses $500 deductibles is $1,256
  • Buying pricier low deductibles will cost $1,534
  • At-risk drivers with multiple tickets or accidents could pay around $2,722 or more
  • Policy cost with full coverage for a teen driver for full coverage can cost $4,858

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Nissan Leaf insurance cost comparison chart
Column chart showing full coverage Nissan Leaf insurance rates range from $734 to $4,858

Car insurance rates for a Nissan Leaf also range considerably based on the model year and trim level, your driver profile, and physical damage deductibles and liability limits.

A more mature driver with no driving violations and high physical damage deductibles may pay as little as $1,200 every 12 months on average, or $100 per month, for full coverage. Rates are highest for teenagers, where even without any violations or accidents they will be charged in the ballpark of $4,800 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 anywhere from $1,500 to $2,100 extra every year, depending on your age. Nissan Leaf insurance for high-risk drivers is expensive and can cost as much as 43% to 133% more than the average rate. View High Risk Driver Rates

Opting for high physical damage deductibles can reduce rates by up to $430 every year, whereas buying more liability protection will push rates upward. Going from a 50/100 bodily injury limit to a 250/500 limit will raise rates by up to $417 extra every 12 months. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

Your home state also has a big influence on Nissan Leaf insurance prices. A middle-age driver might find rates as low as $830 a year in states like Iowa, Maine, and Idaho, or at least $1,790 on average in New York, Louisiana, and Michigan.

Nissan Leaf Insurance Rates by State
State Premium Compared to U.S. Avg Percent Difference
Alabama $1,136 -$120 -9.6%
Alaska $962 -$294 -23.4%
Arizona $1,044 -$212 -16.9%
Arkansas $1,256 -$0 0.0%
California $1,432 $176 14.0%
Colorado $1,200 -$56 -4.5%
Connecticut $1,292 $36 2.9%
Delaware $1,422 $166 13.2%
Florida $1,572 $316 25.2%
Georgia $1,160 -$96 -7.6%
Hawaii $902 -$354 -28.2%
Idaho $848 -$408 -32.5%
Illinois $936 -$320 -25.5%
Indiana $946 -$310 -24.7%
Iowa $848 -$408 -32.5%
Kansas $1,194 -$62 -4.9%
Kentucky $1,714 $458 36.5%
Louisiana $1,860 $604 48.1%
Maine $774 -$482 -38.4%
Maryland $1,036 -$220 -17.5%
Massachusetts $1,006 -$250 -19.9%
Michigan $2,182 $926 73.7%
Minnesota $1,050 -$206 -16.4%
Mississippi $1,504 $248 19.7%
Missouri $1,114 -$142 -11.3%
Montana $1,348 $92 7.3%
Nebraska $990 -$266 -21.2%
Nevada $1,506 $250 19.9%
New Hampshire $904 -$352 -28.0%
New Jersey $1,402 $146 11.6%
New Mexico $1,112 -$144 -11.5%
New York $1,322 $66 5.3%
North Carolina $724 -$532 -42.4%
North Dakota $1,028 -$228 -18.2%
Ohio $868 -$388 -30.9%
Oklahoma $1,290 $34 2.7%
Oregon $1,150 -$106 -8.4%
Pennsylvania $1,198 -$58 -4.6%
Rhode Island $1,678 $422 33.6%
South Carolina $1,138 -$118 -9.4%
South Dakota $1,060 -$196 -15.6%
Tennessee $1,100 -$156 -12.4%
Texas $1,516 $260 20.7%
Utah $930 -$326 -26.0%
Vermont $862 -$394 -31.4%
Virginia $752 -$504 -40.1%
Washington $970 -$286 -22.8%
West Virginia $1,150 -$106 -8.4%
Wisconsin $870 -$386 -30.7%
Wyoming $1,120 -$136 -10.8%

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Nissan Leaf insurance rates by U.S. city

Because rates have so much variability, the only way to know who has the cheapest car insurance rates is to regularly compare rates and see which company has the best rate. Every auto insurance company utilizes a different rate formula, so rate quotes will be varied between companies.

Nissan Leaf Insurance Rates by Model Year
Model Year Comprehensive Collision Liability Total Premium
2024 Nissan Leaf $346 $660 $390 $1,554
2023 Nissan Leaf $332 $656 $398 $1,544
2022 Nissan Leaf $320 $640 $416 $1,534
2021 Nissan Leaf $310 $612 $430 $1,510
2020 Nissan Leaf $292 $592 $442 $1,484
2019 Nissan Leaf $282 $548 $452 $1,440
2018 Nissan Leaf $270 $516 $456 $1,400
2017 Nissan Leaf $258 $464 $460 $1,340
2015 Nissan Leaf $234 $400 $464 $1,256
2014 Nissan Leaf $228 $374 $474 $1,234
2013 Nissan Leaf $210 $346 $474 $1,188
2012 Nissan Leaf $206 $314 $478 $1,156
2011 Nissan Leaf $192 $288 $474 $1,112

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 Affordable Nissan Leaf Insurance

Finding cheaper rates on car insurance consists of avoiding accidents and claims, having a good credit score, avoid buying unnecessary coverage, and avoiding coverage lapses. Invest the time to compare rates at every policy renewal by getting rate quotes from direct carriers like Progressive, GEICO, and Esurance, and also from several local insurance agents.

The points below are a brief review of the data presented in the illustrations above.

  • Policyholders who purchase increased liability limits will pay around $510 each year to raise from a 30/60 limit to higher 250/500 limits
  • Drivers can save around $150 per year simply by quoting online well ahead of the renewal date
  • Increasing comprehensive and collision deductibles could save up to $425 each year
  • Drivers under the age of 20 pay the highest auto insurance rates, costing up to $405 each month if comprehensive and collision insurance is included

Rates by Driver Age

Nissan Leaf Insurance Rates by Driver Age
Driver Age Premium
16 $4,858
20 $2,896
30 $1,294
40 $1,256
50 $1,150
60 $1,128

Full coverage, $500 deductibles

Rates by Deductible

Nissan Leaf Insurance Rates with Different Deductibles
Deductible Premium
$100 $1,534
$250 $1,406
$500 $1,256
$1,000 $1,112

Full coverage, driver age 40

Rates by Liability Limit

Nissan Leaf Insurance Rates with Different Liability Limits
Liability Limit Premium
30/60 $1,256
50/100 $1,349
100/300 $1,465
250/500 $1,766
100 CSL $1,395
300 CSL $1,650
500 CSL $1,836

Full coverage, driver age 40

Rates for High Risk Drivers

Nissan Leaf Insurance Rates for High Risk Drivers
Age Premium
16 $6,900
20 $4,620
30 $2,764
40 $2,722
50 $2,600
60 $2,578

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 $175

Potential Rate Discounts

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

Discount Savings
Multi-policy $66
Multi-vehicle $67
Homeowner $20
5-yr Accident Free $87
5-yr Claim Free $81
Paid in Full/EFT $53
Advance Quote $60
Online Quote $88
Total Discounts $522
Rate after discounts $734

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

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