Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates

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The average insurance rates for a Tesla Model 3 are $1,536 a year for full coverage insurance. Comprehensive insurance costs an estimated $332 each year, collision costs $680, and liability costs around $388. A liability-only policy costs as low as $434 a year, with high-risk insurance costing $3,350 or more. Teens cost the most to insure at $5,626 a year or more.

Average premium for full coverage: $1,536

Policy rates broken down by type of insurance:

Comprehensive $332
Collision $680
Liability $388

Prices are based on $500 physical damage insurance deductibles, minimum liability limits, and includes both medical and UM/UIM coverage. Prices are averaged for all 50 states and Model 3 models.

Price Range Variability

For the average 40-year-old driver, Tesla Model 3 insurance rates go from the low end price of $434 for basic liability insurance to a high rate of $3,350 for high-risk insurance.

Liability Only $434
Full Coverage $1,536
High Risk $3,350

Urban vs. Rural Price Range

Where you live can have significant affects on the price of insurance. More rural locations are shown to have lower incidents of physical damage claims than cities with more traffic congestion.

The graphic below illustrates the difference location can make on insurance prices.

Rural Areas $1,152
Small Cities $1,613
Large Cities $2,074

The examples above illustrate why all drivers should compare prices for a targeted area, instead of using averaged prices.

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Rate Comparisons

The chart below illustrates estimated Tesla Model 3 insurance rates for other coverage scenarios.

  • The cheapest rate after discounts is $856
  • Using higher $1,000 deductibles will save approximately $228 each year
  • The estimated price for a good driver age 40 who has $500 deductibles is $1,536
  • Selecting low deductibles for physical damage coverage will cost an additional $450 every year
  • Drivers with serious driving violations could pay up to $3,350 or more
  • Policy cost that insures a teen driver can cost as much as $5,626 or more

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Tesla Model 3 insurance cost comparison chart
Column chart showing full coverage Tesla Model 3 insurance prices range from $856 to $5,626

Car insurance rates for a Tesla Model 3 also range considerably based on the trim level and model year, your age and driving record, and liability limits and deductibles.

If you have a few points on your driving record or you caused an accident, you are probably paying $1,800 to $2,500 extra every year, depending on your age. Insurance for high-risk drivers can be as much as 44% to 130% more than the average policy. View High Risk Driver Rates

More mature drivers with no driving violations and higher comprehensive and collision deductibles may pay as little as $1,400 a year, or $117 per month, for full coverage. Rates are much higher for teenagers, since even teens with perfect driving records will be charged at least $5,600 a year. View Rates by Age

Your home state has a huge impact on Tesla Model 3 insurance prices. A driver around age 40 might see rates as low as $1,000 a year in states like North Carolina, Wisconsin, and Vermont, or have to pay at least $2,070 on average in Florida, New York, and Michigan.

Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates by State
State Premium Compared to U.S. Avg Percent Difference
Alabama $1,388 -$148 -9.6%
Alaska $1,176 -$360 -23.4%
Arizona $1,274 -$262 -17.1%
Arkansas $1,536 -$0 0.0%
California $1,750 $214 13.9%
Colorado $1,464 -$72 -4.7%
Connecticut $1,576 $40 2.6%
Delaware $1,734 $198 12.9%
Florida $1,916 $380 24.7%
Georgia $1,418 -$118 -7.7%
Hawaii $1,102 -$434 -28.3%
Idaho $1,040 -$496 -32.3%
Illinois $1,142 -$394 -25.7%
Indiana $1,158 -$378 -24.6%
Iowa $1,036 -$500 -32.6%
Kansas $1,456 -$80 -5.2%
Kentucky $2,092 $556 36.2%
Louisiana $2,272 $736 47.9%
Maine $946 -$590 -38.4%
Maryland $1,268 -$268 -17.4%
Massachusetts $1,224 -$312 -20.3%
Michigan $2,662 $1,126 73.3%
Minnesota $1,286 -$250 -16.3%
Mississippi $1,838 $302 19.7%
Missouri $1,362 -$174 -11.3%
Montana $1,648 $112 7.3%
Nebraska $1,208 -$328 -21.4%
Nevada $1,838 $302 19.7%
New Hampshire $1,106 -$430 -28.0%
New Jersey $1,714 $178 11.6%
New Mexico $1,358 -$178 -11.6%
New York $1,614 $78 5.1%
North Carolina $882 -$654 -42.6%
North Dakota $1,256 -$280 -18.2%
Ohio $1,058 -$478 -31.1%
Oklahoma $1,574 $38 2.5%
Oregon $1,406 -$130 -8.5%
Pennsylvania $1,464 -$72 -4.7%
Rhode Island $2,046 $510 33.2%
South Carolina $1,390 -$146 -9.5%
South Dakota $1,294 -$242 -15.8%
Tennessee $1,342 -$194 -12.6%
Texas $1,848 $312 20.3%
Utah $1,134 -$402 -26.2%
Vermont $1,048 -$488 -31.8%
Virginia $918 -$618 -40.2%
Washington $1,184 -$352 -22.9%
West Virginia $1,408 -$128 -8.3%
Wisconsin $1,062 -$474 -30.9%
Wyoming $1,364 -$172 -11.2%

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Tesla Model 3 insurance rates by U.S. city

Choosing higher comprehensive and collision insurance deductibles could cut rates by as much as $680 every year, whereas increasing liability limits will increase premiums. Switching from a 50/100 bodily injury protection limit to a 250/500 limit will raise rates by up to $349 extra every 12 months. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

Because rates have so much variability, the only way to figure out which auto insurance is cheapest is to do a rate comparison and see which company has the best rate. Each insurance company calculates rates differently, so rate quotes will be varied.

Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates by Model Year
Model Year Comprehensive Collision Liability Total Premium
2024 Tesla Model 3 $406 $864 $338 $1,744
2023 Tesla Model 3 $394 $842 $354 $1,726
2022 Tesla Model 3 $380 $808 $364 $1,688
2021 Tesla Model 3 $358 $780 $376 $1,650
2020 Tesla Model 3 $344 $724 $384 $1,588
2019 Tesla Model 3 $332 $680 $388 $1,536
2018 Tesla Model 3 $318 $610 $390 $1,454

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 Find Affordable Tesla Model 3 Insurance

Finding cheaper rates on car insurance requires being a low-risk driver, having a positive credit history, being claim-free, and not having any coverage lapses. Compare rates every couple of years by requesting quotes from direct insurance companies, and also from local insurance agencies.

The items below are a brief review of the material that was touched on in this article.

  • Policyholders who want more liability coverage will pay approximately $430 annually to increase from a 30/60 limit to the 250/500 level
  • Teen drivers have the highest car insurance rates, possibly costing $469 each month if full coverage is purchased
  • Higher risk drivers with DUI or reckless driving convictions may have to pay on average $1,810 more annually to insure their Model 3
  • Increasing comprehensive and collision deductibles can save approximately $675 each year

Rates by Driver Age

Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates by Driver Age
Driver Age Premium
16 $5,626
20 $3,572
30 $1,612
40 $1,536
50 $1,402
60 $1,380

Full coverage, $500 deductibles

Rates by Deductible

Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates with Different Deductibles
Deductible Premium
$100 $1,986
$250 $1,776
$500 $1,536
$1,000 $1,308

Full coverage, driver age 40

Rates by Liability Limit

Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates with Different Liability Limits
Liability Limit Premium
30/60 $1,536
50/100 $1,614
100/300 $1,711
250/500 $1,963
100 CSL $1,652
300 CSL $1,866
500 CSL $2,021

Full coverage, driver age 40

Rates for High Risk Drivers

Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates for High Risk Drivers
Age Premium
16 $8,082
20 $5,700
30 $3,436
40 $3,350
50 $3,196
60 $3,170

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 $223

Potential Rate Discounts

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

Discount Savings
Multi-policy $84
Multi-vehicle $82
Homeowner $22
5-yr Accident Free $122
5-yr Claim Free $102
Paid in Full/EFT $76
Advance Quote $80
Online Quote $112
Total Discounts $680
Rate after discounts $856

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

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