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UPDATED: Jun 5, 2023

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Estimated insurance prices for a Nissan Leaf are $1,256 every 12 months including full coverage. Comprehensive costs on average $234 a year, collision costs $400, and liability coverage costs $464. Liability-only insurance costs as little as $514 a year, with high-risk driver insurance costing around $2,722. Teenage drivers pay the most at $4,858 a year or more.

Average premium for full coverage: $1,256

Premium estimates by type of coverage:

Comprehensive $234
Collision $400
Liability $464

Full coverage includes $500 deductibles, 30/60 liability coverage, and includes uninsured/under-insured motorist coverage. Rates include averaging for all 50 U.S. states and Leaf trim levels.

Insurance Price Range by Risk and Coverage

For the average driver, insurance rates for a Nissan Leaf go from the cheapest price of $514 for your basic liability-only policy 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

Insurance Price Range by Location

Your location has a large influence on car insurance rates. Rural areas are statistically proven to have more infrequent comprehensive and collision claims than densely populated cities.

The diagram below illustrates how location impacts car insurance rates.

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

These rate differences highlight why it is important to compare rates based on a specific location and their own driving history, rather than using average rates.

Use the form below to get customized rates for your location.

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More Rate Information

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

  • The best discount rate is $734
  • Drivers who choose higher $1,000 deductibles will pay around $1,112 every year
  • The average price for a 40-year-old good driver with $500 deductibles is $1,256
  • Using low $100 deductibles for comprehensive and collision insurance increases the price to $1,534
  • High-risk insureds who are prone to accidents and violations could pay upwards of $2,722 or more
  • An auto insurance policy to insure a teenage driver may cost $4,858 a year

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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

Insurance prices for a Nissan Leaf also have a wide range based on physical damage deductibles and liability limits, your driving characteristics, and the trim level of your Leaf.

Using high physical damage deductibles could save up to $430 a year, while buying higher liability limits will cost you more. Changing from a 50/100 liability limit to a 250/500 limit will cost up to $417 more each year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

Older drivers with no violations or accidents and higher deductibles may only pay around $1,200 per year on average, or $100 per month, for full coverage. Prices are much higher for drivers in their teens, since even excellent drivers should be prepared to pay upwards of $4,800 a year. View Rates by Age

If you have a few violations or you were responsible for an accident, you are likely paying at a minimum $1,500 to $2,100 additional annually, depending on your age. A high-risk auto insurance policy can cost around 43% to 133% more than a normal policy. View High Risk Driver Rates

Where you choose to live makes a big difference in Nissan Leaf insurance rates. A 40-year-old driver could pay as low as $960 a year in states like Missouri, New Hampshire, and Vermont, or be forced to pay as much as $1,790 on average in Michigan, New York, and Louisiana.

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

With such a large range in prices, the best way to figure out exactly what you will pay is to get quotes and see how they stack up. Every company uses a different method to calculate prices, and prices will be substantially different.

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 More Affordable Nissan Leaf Insurance

Finding better rates on auto insurance not only requires not taking risks behind the wheel, but also having above-average credit, refrain from filing small claims, and insuring your home and auto with the same company. Spend time shopping around every year by getting rate quotes from direct car insurance companies, and also from your local independent and exclusive agents.

The following is a summary of the coverage data touched on above.

  • You may be able to save as much as $150 per year simply by quoting early and online
  • Increasing policy deductibles could save as much as $425 each year
  • Teens pay higher prices, with the cost nearing $405 per month if full coverage is included
  • Drivers who have multiple accidents or major violations may pay on average $1,470 more each year for Leaf insurance

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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