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Average insurance rates for a Tesla Model 3 are $1,536 a year for full coverage insurance. Comprehensive costs an estimated $332 a year, collision insurance costs $680, and liability costs $388. A policy with just liability insurance costs as little as $434 a year, and coverage for high-risk drivers costs around $3,350. 16-year-old drivers receive the highest rates at up to $5,626 a year.

Average premium for full coverage: $1,536

Rate estimates broken down by individual coverage type:

Comprehensive $332
Collision $680
Liability $388

Estimates include $500 physical damage insurance deductibles, split liability limits of 30/60, and includes both medical and uninsured motorist insurance. Rates are averaged for all 50 states and Model 3 trim levels.

Price Range by Coverage and Risk

Using a 40-year-old driver as an example, prices range range from the low end price of $434 for minimum levels of liability insurance to a high of $3,350 for coverage for higher-risk drivers.

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

Price Range by Location

Your location can have significant affects on the price of insurance. More rural locations tend to have lower incidents of physical damage claims than congested cities. The diagram below illustrates how rural and urban location affects insurance prices.

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

These examples illustrate why it is important to compare rates for a targeted area, instead of using rate averages.

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Additional Rate Details

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

  • The best full coverage rate is $856
  • Drivers who choose higher $1,000 deductibles will pay approximately $1,308 each year
  • The estimated price for a 40-year-old driver who has $500 deductibles is $1,536
  • Buying low $100 deductibles for comprehensive and collision insurance bumps up the cost to $1,986
  • Higher-risk drivers with multiple tickets or accidents could pay up to $3,350
  • The cost that insures a teen driver can cost as much as $5,626 a year

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

Insurance rates for a Tesla Model 3 can also vary considerably based on the trim level of your Model 3, your age and driving record, and liability limits and deductibles.

If you like to drive fast or you caused an accident, you are probably paying $1,800 to $2,500 additional per year, depending on your age. A high-risk auto insurance policy can cost as much as 44% to 130% more than the average rate. View High Risk Driver Rates

Older drivers with no violations or accidents and higher comprehensive and collision deductibles may pay as little as $1,400 per year on average for full coverage. Rates are highest for teen drivers, since even teens with perfect driving records should be prepared to pay at least $5,600 a year. View Rates by Age

Where you live makes a big difference in Tesla Model 3 insurance prices. A 40-year-old driver could pay as low as $1,000 a year in states like North Carolina, Wisconsin, and Vermont, or 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

Opting for high physical damage deductibles could save up to $680 every year, while buying higher liability limits will increase premiums. Switching from a 50/100 bodily injury protection limit to a 250/500 limit will cost as much as $349 more each year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

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 Low Cost Tesla Model 3 Insurance

Saving money on car insurance not only requires being a low-risk driver, but also having a good credit score, avoid buying unnecessary coverage, and possibly raising deductibles. Comparison shop at least once a year by requesting rates from direct insurance companies like Progressive, GEICO, and Esurance, and also from local insurance agencies.

The items below are a review of the primary concepts that were raised in the charts and tables above.

  • It is possible to save approximately $190 per year just by quoting early and online
  • Higher risk drivers who have several accidents or serious violations may have to pay on average $1,810 more annually to insure their Model 3
  • Increasing deductibles can save approximately $675 each year
  • Teen drivers are expensive to insure, costing up to $469 per month if comprehensive and collision insurance is included

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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