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Average auto insurance rates for a Nissan Leaf are $1,256 annually with full coverage. Comprehensive insurance costs an estimated $234 a year, collision insurance costs $400, and liability coverage costs around $464. A liability-only policy costs as low as $514 a year, and high-risk insurance costs $2,722 or more. Teens receive the highest rates at up to $4,858 a year.

Average premium for full coverage: $1,256

Rate estimates broken down by individual coverage type:

Comprehensive $234
Collision $400
Liability $464

Estimates include $500 policy deductibles, 30/60 liability coverage, and includes both medical and UM/UIM coverage. Rates are averaged for all U.S. states and Leaf trim levels.

Price Range by Coverage and Risk

For the average driver, prices range range from as cheap as $514 for basic liability insurance to a high of $2,722 for a policy for a high-risk driver.

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

Price Range by Location

Where you live has a large influence on car insurance rates. More rural locations tend to have fewer collision claims than cities with more traffic congestion. The diagram below illustrates how location impacts insurance prices.

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

These examples demonstrate why it is important to compare prices for a targeted area and their own personal driving habits, rather than using averaged prices.

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Rate Comparisons

The chart below details average Nissan Leaf insurance rates for other coverage scenarios.

  • The cheapest rate after discounts is $734
  • Using higher $1,000 deductibles will save approximately $1,112 annually
  • The estimated rate for a 40-year-old driver who has $500 deductibles is $1,256
  • Selecting low $100 deductibles for physical damage coverage costs an additional $278 each year
  • Higher-risk drivers with serious driving violations could pay up to $2,722
  • The cost with full coverage for a teenage driver can cost as much as $4,858 or more

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

Insurance rates for a Nissan Leaf can also vary considerably based on the trim level of your Leaf, your driving record, and liability limits and deductibles.

Older drivers with a clean driving record and high physical damage deductibles may only pay around $1,200 a year for full coverage. Rates are much higher for teen drivers, where even without any violations or accidents they can expect to pay at least $4,800 a year. View Rates by Age

If you like to drive fast or you caused a few accidents, you may be forking out $1,500 to $2,100 extra per year, depending on your age. A high-risk auto insurance policy can be around 43% to 133% more than the average policy. View High Risk Driver Rates

Choosing higher comprehensive and collision insurance deductibles could cut rates by as much as $430 a year, while buying higher liability limits will increase premiums. Moving from a 50/100 bodily injury limit to a 250/500 limit will cost as much as $417 more per year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

Where you live has a huge impact on Nissan Leaf insurance rates. A driver around age 40 might see rates as low as $910 a year in states like Utah, Ohio, and New Hampshire, or have to pay at least $1,700 on average in New York, Michigan, and Florida.

Nissan Leaf Insurance Rates by State
State Premium Compared to U.S. Avg Percent Difference
Alabama $1,136 -$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
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 Low Cost Nissan Leaf Insurance

Saving money on auto insurance requires avoiding accidents and claims, having a good credit history, eliminating unnecessary coverage, and deciding if full coverage is necessary. Spend time shopping around every year by quoting rates from direct companies like Progressive and GEICO, and also from several local insurance agents.

The points below are a review of the coverage data touched on above.

  • You may be able to save approximately $150 per year just by quoting early and online
  • Increasing deductibles could save up to $425 each year
  • Drivers under the age of 20 are charged the highest rates, with premiums as much as $405 per month including comprehensive and collision insurance
  • Drivers who have several accidents or serious violations pay on average $1,470 more annually to insure a Nissan Leaf

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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