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Average auto insurance rates for a Tesla Model 3 are $1,588 annually for full coverage insurance. Comprehensive costs on average $344, collision insurance costs $724, and liability is estimated at $384. A policy with just liability insurance costs approximately $432 a year, and coverage for high-risk drivers costs around $3,470. 16-year-old drivers receive the highest rates at up to $5,792 a year.

Average premium for full coverage: $1,588

Rate estimates by individual coverage type:

Comprehensive $344
Collision $724
Liability $384

Includes $500 physical damage insurance deductibles, 30/60 bodily injury liability limits, and includes both medical and uninsured motorist insurance. Rates are averaged for all 50 states and for different Model 3 trim levels.

Price Range by Coverage and Risk

For a driver around age 40, prices range range from as cheap as $432 for minimum levels of liability insurance to a much higher rate of $3,470 for a driver who requires high-risk insurance.

Liability Only $432
Full Coverage $1,588
High Risk $3,470

Price Range by Location

Living in a larger city can make a big difference on insurance rates. Rural areas tend to have fewer physical damage claims than congested cities. The price range example below illustrates the difference between rural and urban areas on car insurance rates.

Rural Areas $1,191
Small Cities $1,667
Large Cities $2,144

These examples illustrate why anyone shopping for car insurance should get quotes based on a specific location and their own personal driving habits, instead of making a decision based on rate averages.

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Additional Rate Details

The chart below illustrates average Tesla Model 3 insurance rates for different risk profiles and scenarios.

  • The best full coverage rate is $881
  • Choosing higher $1,000 deductibles can save around $242 each year
  • The estimated rate for a 40-year-old driver with $500 deductibles is $1,588
  • Buying more expensive low deductibles for comp and collision coverage will cost $2,062
  • Higher-risk drivers with multiple tickets or accidents could pay upwards of $3,470
  • The cost with full coverage for a 16-year-old driver with full coverage may cost $5,792 each year

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Tesla Model 3 insurance cost comparison chart
Column chart showing Tesla Model 3 insurance rates range from $881 to $5,792 for full coverage

Insurance rates for a Tesla Model 3 can also vary considerably based on the trim level of your Model 3, your risk profile, and policy deductibles and limits.

An older driver with no violations or accidents and high physical damage deductibles may pay as low as $1,500 annually on average for full coverage. Rates are highest for teen drivers, where even without any violations or accidents they should be prepared to pay upwards of $5,700 a year. View Rates by Age

If you like to drive fast or you caused a few accidents, you are probably paying at a minimum $1,900 to $2,600 additional per year, depending on your age. High-risk driver insurance ranges from 45% to 133% more than the average rate. View High Risk Driver Rates

Opting for high physical damage deductibles can save as much as $720 annually, while increasing your policy's liability limits will cost you more. Switching from a 50/100 bodily injury limit to a 250/500 limit will cost as much as $345 more each year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

Where you live plays a big part in determining prices for Tesla Model 3 insurance prices. A good driver about age 40 could pay as low as $1,040 a year in states like Vermont, Wisconsin, and North Carolina, or at least $2,140 on average in Michigan, New York, and Florida.

Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates by State
State Premium Compared to U.S. Avg Percent Difference
Alabama $1,434 -$154 -9.7%
Alaska $1,216 -$372 -23.4%
Arizona $1,316 -$272 -17.1%
Arkansas $1,588 -$0 0.0%
California $1,810 $222 14.0%
Colorado $1,514 -$74 -4.7%
Connecticut $1,628 $40 2.5%
Delaware $1,794 $206 13.0%
Florida $1,982 $394 24.8%
Georgia $1,466 -$122 -7.7%
Hawaii $1,142 -$446 -28.1%
Idaho $1,076 -$512 -32.2%
Illinois $1,180 -$408 -25.7%
Indiana $1,198 -$390 -24.6%
Iowa $1,070 -$518 -32.6%
Kansas $1,506 -$82 -5.2%
Kentucky $2,164 $576 36.3%
Louisiana $2,348 $760 47.9%
Maine $978 -$610 -38.4%
Maryland $1,308 -$280 -17.6%
Massachusetts $1,266 -$322 -20.3%
Michigan $2,754 $1,166 73.4%
Minnesota $1,330 -$258 -16.2%
Mississippi $1,902 $314 19.8%
Missouri $1,408 -$180 -11.3%
Montana $1,704 $116 7.3%
Nebraska $1,250 -$338 -21.3%
Nevada $1,904 $316 19.9%
New Hampshire $1,144 -$444 -28.0%
New Jersey $1,774 $186 11.7%
New Mexico $1,404 -$184 -11.6%
New York $1,672 $84 5.3%
North Carolina $912 -$676 -42.6%
North Dakota $1,300 -$288 -18.1%
Ohio $1,092 -$496 -31.2%
Oklahoma $1,628 $40 2.5%
Oregon $1,454 -$134 -8.4%
Pennsylvania $1,512 -$76 -4.8%
Rhode Island $2,116 $528 33.2%
South Carolina $1,438 -$150 -9.4%
South Dakota $1,338 -$250 -15.7%
Tennessee $1,388 -$200 -12.6%
Texas $1,912 $324 20.4%
Utah $1,176 -$412 -25.9%
Vermont $1,084 -$504 -31.7%
Virginia $950 -$638 -40.2%
Washington $1,224 -$364 -22.9%
West Virginia $1,456 -$132 -8.3%
Wisconsin $1,096 -$492 -31.0%
Wyoming $1,414 -$174 -11.0%

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Tesla Model 3 insurance rates by U.S. city
Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates by Model Year
Model Year Comprehensive Collision Liability Total Premium
2024 Tesla Model 3 $424 $870 $332 $1,762
2023 Tesla Model 3 $406 $864 $338 $1,744
2022 Tesla Model 3 $394 $842 $354 $1,726
2021 Tesla Model 3 $380 $808 $364 $1,688
2020 Tesla Model 3 $358 $780 $376 $1,650
2019 Tesla Model 3 $344 $724 $384 $1,588
2018 Tesla Model 3 $332 $680 $388 $1,536

Rates are averaged for all Tesla Model 3 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 the Cheapest Tesla Model 3 Insurance

Saving money on insurance for a Tesla Model 3 takes being a low-risk driver, having good credit, avoid buying unnecessary coverage, and dropping full coverage on older vehicles. Set aside time to compare rates at every other renewal by requesting rates from direct insurance companies like Progressive and GEICO, and also from local exclusive and independent agents.

The items below are a recap of the concepts that were covered above.

  • Drivers considered higher risk that have major violations or accidents may pay on average $1,880 more each year to insure their Model 3
  • Teen drivers pay higher rates, costing up to $483 per month if they have full coverage
  • It is possible to save as much as $200 per year just by shopping early and online
  • Increasing deductibles could save up to $725 each year
  • It is possible to save as much as $200 per year just by shopping early and online

Rates by Driver Age

Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates by Driver Age
Driver Age Premium
16 $5,792
20 $3,702
30 $1,668
40 $1,588
50 $1,450
60 $1,424

Full coverage, $500 deductibles

Rates by Deductible

Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates with Different Deductibles
Deductible Premium
$100 $2,062
$250 $1,840
$500 $1,588
$1,000 $1,346

Full coverage, driver age 40

Rates by Liability Limit

Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates with Different Liability Limits
Liability Limit Premium
30/60 $1,588
50/100 $1,665
100/300 $1,761
250/500 $2,010
100 CSL $1,703
300 CSL $1,914
500 CSL $2,068

Full coverage, driver age 40

Rates for High Risk Drivers

Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates for High Risk Drivers
Age Premium
16 $8,330
20 $5,900
30 $3,560
40 $3,470
50 $3,308
60 $3,280

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 $231

Potential Rate Discounts

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

Discount Savings
Multi-policy $87
Multi-vehicle $85
Homeowner $22
5-yr Accident Free $127
5-yr Claim Free $106
Paid in Full/EFT $80
Advance Quote $84
Online Quote $116
Total Discounts $707
Rate after discounts $881

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

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