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The average insurance prices for a Nissan Leaf are $1,256 every 12 months with full coverage. Comprehensive insurance costs on average $234, collision insurance costs $400, and liability is estimated at $464. A liability-only policy costs approximately $514 a year, and high-risk insurance costs $2,722 or more. Teens cost the most to insure at up to $4,858 a year.

Average premium for full coverage: $1,256

Policy rates by type of insurance:

Comprehensive $234
Collision $400
Liability $464

Includes $500 physical damage insurance deductibles, split liability limits of 30/60, and includes medical/PIP and uninsured motorist coverage. Prices are averaged for all U.S. states and for all Leaf models.

Price Range Variability

For the normal driver, Nissan Leaf insurance rates range from the cheapest price of $514 for liability-only coverage to the much higher price of $2,722 for coverage for higher-risk drivers.

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

Urban vs. Rural Price Range

Living in a larger city can make a big difference on auto insurance rates. Rural areas are shown to have more infrequent collision claims than cities with more traffic congestion. The example below illustrates how geographic area affects car insurance rates.

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

The examples above demonstrate why everyone should get quotes based on a specific location and their own driving history, instead of making a decision based on averaged prices.

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Additional Charts and Tables

The chart below details average Nissan Leaf insurance rates for different risk profiles and scenarios.

  • The cheapest rate after discounts is $734
  • Choosing higher $1,000 deductibles can save around $144 annually
  • The average price for a good driver age 40 with $500 deductibles is $1,256
  • Selecting pricier low deductibles for comp and collision coverage costs an extra $278 annually
  • Higher-risk drivers with serious driving violations could pay upwards of $2,722
  • Policy cost to insure a 16-year-old driver for full coverage may cost $4,858 each year

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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

Car insurance rates for a Nissan Leaf also range considerably based on liability limits and deductibles, your driving record, and the trim level of your Leaf.

Choosing higher comprehensive and collision insurance deductibles can save as much as $430 annually, whereas buying more liability protection will cost you more. Moving from a 50/100 liability limit to a 250/500 limit will raise rates by up to $417 extra every 12 months. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

A more mature driver with no driving violations and higher deductibles may pay as low as $1,200 annually on average, or $100 per month, for full coverage. Rates are much higher for teenagers, since even excellent drivers will be charged upwards of $4,800 a year. View Rates by Age

If you have a few points on your driving record or you were responsible for an accident, you may be forking out at a minimum $1,500 to $2,100 extra every year, depending on your age. Nissan Leaf insurance for high-risk drivers ranges from 43% to 133% more than the average policy. View High Risk Driver Rates

Your home state plays a big part in determining prices for Nissan Leaf insurance prices. A good driver about age 40 could pay as low as $910 a year in states like New Hampshire, Ohio, and Utah, or have to pay at least $1,700 on average in Florida, Michigan, and New York.

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 Shop for the Cheapest Nissan Leaf Insurance

Finding cheaper rates on insurance for a Nissan Leaf takes being a low-risk driver, maintaining a good credit score, not filing small claims, and possibly raising deductibles. Invest the time to compare rates at least once a year by requesting quotes from direct companies, and also from local exclusive and independent agents.

The items below are a recap of the primary concepts that were presented in the illustrations above.

  • You may be able to save as much as $150 per year just by quoting online well ahead of the renewal date
  • Drivers considered higher risk that have major violations or accidents may pay on average $1,470 more each year to insure their Leaf
  • Increasing comprehensive and collision deductibles could save as much as $425 each year
  • Teen drivers are expensive to insure, as much as $405 each month if the policy includes full coverage

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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