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

Average premium for full coverage: $1,234

Rate estimates by individual coverage type:

Comprehensive $228
Collision $374
Liability $474

Prices are based on $500 deductible amounts, liability limits of 30/60, and includes uninsured/under-insured motorist coverage. Rates are averaged for all 50 U.S. states and for different Leaf trim levels.

Price Range by Coverage and Risk

For a driver around age 40, prices range go from as low as $522 for your basic liability-only policy to a much higher rate of $2,668 for a driver that may need high-risk insurance.

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

Price Range by Location

Living in a larger city has a significant impact on car insurance rates. Rural areas tend to have a lower frequency of comprehensive and collision claims than cities with more traffic congestion.

The price range example below illustrates the difference between rural and urban areas on car insurance rates.

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

These examples highlight why anyone shopping for car insurance should get quotes based on a specific location and risk profile, rather than relying on averaged prices.

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The chart below breaks down estimated Nissan Leaf insurance rates for different risk profiles and scenarios.

  • The cheapest rate after discounts is $725
  • Choosing higher $1,000 deductibles can save around $138 every year
  • The average rate for a 40-year-old driver with $500 deductibles is $1,234
  • Selecting more expensive low deductibles for comp and collision coverage will increase the cost to $1,496
  • High-risk insureds with serious driving violations could pay upwards of $2,668 or more
  • The cost for full coverage for a teen driver with full coverage may 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 rates for a Nissan Leaf can also vary considerably based on your driver profile, the model of your Leaf, and policy deductibles and limits.

An older driver with a clean driving record and high deductibles could pay as little as $1,200 annually on average for full coverage. Rates are much higher for teen drivers, where even good drivers can expect to pay upwards of $4,700 a year. View Rates by Age

Where you live plays a big part in determining prices for Nissan Leaf insurance rates. A good driver about age 40 could pay as low as $950 a year in states like Missouri, New Hampshire, and Vermont, or have to pay at least $1,760 on average in Michigan, New York, and Louisiana.

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 each year, while increasing your policy's liability limits will cost you more. Changing from a 50/100 limit to a 250/500 limit will cost as much as $426 more per year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

If you like to drive fast or tend to cause accidents, you are likely paying at a minimum $1,500 to $2,100 extra per year, depending on your age. High-risk driver insurance ranges anywhere from 44% to 136% more than the average policy. View High Risk Driver Rates

With so much variability in rates, the best way to figure out exactly what you will pay is to compare rates from as many companies as possible. Each auto insurer calculates rates differently, so the rates can be significantly 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 Affordable Nissan Leaf Insurance

Saving money on Nissan Leaf insurance takes having a good driving record, maintaining good credit, not filing small claims, and bundling your home and auto policies. Set aside time to compare rates once a year by quoting rates from direct car insurance companies like GEICO and Progressive, and also from local exclusive and independent agents.

The next list is a brief review of the data that was covered above.

  • You may be able to save as much as $140 per year simply by shopping early and online
  • Drivers who require increased levels of liability coverage will pay approximately $520 per year to raise limits from a minimum limit to 250/500 limits
  • Drivers age 20 and younger pay the highest rates, as much as $399 per month for full coverage
  • High-risk drivers with DUI or reckless driving convictions may pay on average $1,430 more each year to buy Nissan Leaf insurance

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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