Tesla Model S Insurance Rates
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The average auto insurance rates for a Tesla Model S are $1,740 annually with full coverage. Comprehensive costs approximately $414, collision insurance costs $800, and liability insurance is estimated at $390. A liability-only policy costs approximately $438 a year, and high-risk insurance costs around $3,788. Teen drivers cost the most to insure at up to $6,234 a year.
Average premium for full coverage: $1,740
Policy rates by type of insurance:
Rates are based on $500 deductibles, liability coverage up to 30/60, and includes uninsured/under-insured motorist coverage. Prices are averaged for all U.S. states and for all Model S models.
Price Range Variability
For an average driver, Tesla Model S insurance rates range from as cheap as $438 for your basic liability-only policy to the much higher price of $3,788 for a high-risk driver policy.
Urban vs. Rural Price Range
Living in a larger city has a significant impact on the price of insurance. Rural locations are shown to have fewer collision claims than larger metro areas. The example below illustrates the effect of geographic area on auto insurance prices.
The examples above demonstrate why everyone should get quotes using their specific location and their own personal driving habits, rather than relying on price averages.
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More Rate Information
The chart below details average Tesla Model S insurance rates for additional coverage and risk scenarios.
- The lowest rate with discounts is $965
- Choosing higher $1,000 deductibles can save $274 annually
- The estimated rate for a good driver age 40 who chooses $500 deductibles is $1,740
- Choosing pricier low deductibles for comp and collision coverage will cost $2,278
- High-risk insureds with multiple violations and an at-fault accident could pay around $3,788
- Policy cost with full coverage for a teen driver for full coverage can cost $6,234 each year
Car insurance rates for a Tesla Model S also range considerably based on the model year and trim level, your driving record, and physical damage deductibles and liability limits.
A more mature driver with no driving violations and high physical damage deductibles could pay as little as $1,600 annually on average, or $133 per month, for full coverage. Rates are highest for teenagers, where even without any violations or accidents they will be charged in the ballpark of $6,200 a year. View Rates by Age
If you have a few points on your driving record or you caused a few accidents, you may be forking out anywhere from $2,100 to $2,800 extra every year, depending on your age. Tesla Model S insurance for high-risk drivers ranges anywhere from 45% to 135% more than average. View High Risk Driver Rates
Choosing high deductibles can save as much as $820 each year, whereas buying more liability protection will push rates upward. Moving from a 50/100 bodily injury limit to a 250/500 limit will raise rates by up to $351 extra every 12 months. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit
Your home state plays a big part in determining prices for Tesla Model S insurance rates. A good driver about age 40 could pay as low as $1,250 a year in states like Utah, Ohio, and New Hampshire, or as much as $2,350 on average in New York, Michigan, and Florida.
| State | Premium | Compared to U.S. Avg | Percent Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $1,572 | -$168 | -9.7% |
| Alaska | $1,336 | -$404 | -23.2% |
| Arizona | $1,444 | -$296 | -17.0% |
| Arkansas | $1,740 | -$0 | 0.0% |
| California | $1,984 | $244 | 14.0% |
| Colorado | $1,662 | -$78 | -4.5% |
| Connecticut | $1,788 | $48 | 2.8% |
| Delaware | $1,968 | $228 | 13.1% |
| Florida | $2,174 | $434 | 24.9% |
| Georgia | $1,610 | -$130 | -7.5% |
| Hawaii | $1,250 | -$490 | -28.2% |
| Idaho | $1,180 | -$560 | -32.2% |
| Illinois | $1,298 | -$442 | -25.4% |
| Indiana | $1,312 | -$428 | -24.6% |
| Iowa | $1,174 | -$566 | -32.5% |
| Kansas | $1,654 | -$86 | -4.9% |
| Kentucky | $2,376 | $636 | 36.6% |
| Louisiana | $2,576 | $836 | 48.0% |
| Maine | $1,076 | -$664 | -38.2% |
| Maryland | $1,436 | -$304 | -17.5% |
| Massachusetts | $1,390 | -$350 | -20.1% |
| Michigan | $3,022 | $1,282 | 73.7% |
| Minnesota | $1,460 | -$280 | -16.1% |
| Mississippi | $2,084 | $344 | 19.8% |
| Missouri | $1,546 | -$194 | -11.1% |
| Montana | $1,870 | $130 | 7.5% |
| Nebraska | $1,370 | -$370 | -21.3% |
| Nevada | $2,088 | $348 | 20.0% |
| New Hampshire | $1,256 | -$484 | -27.8% |
| New Jersey | $1,946 | $206 | 11.8% |
| New Mexico | $1,540 | -$200 | -11.5% |
| New York | $1,832 | $92 | 5.3% |
| North Carolina | $1,002 | -$738 | -42.4% |
| North Dakota | $1,426 | -$314 | -18.0% |
| Ohio | $1,200 | -$540 | -31.0% |
| Oklahoma | $1,786 | $46 | 2.6% |
| Oregon | $1,594 | -$146 | -8.4% |
| Pennsylvania | $1,658 | -$82 | -4.7% |
| Rhode Island | $2,322 | $582 | 33.4% |
| South Carolina | $1,578 | -$162 | -9.3% |
| South Dakota | $1,468 | -$272 | -15.6% |
| Tennessee | $1,524 | -$216 | -12.4% |
| Texas | $2,098 | $358 | 20.6% |
| Utah | $1,290 | -$450 | -25.9% |
| Vermont | $1,190 | -$550 | -31.6% |
| Virginia | $1,042 | -$698 | -40.1% |
| Washington | $1,344 | -$396 | -22.8% |
| West Virginia | $1,596 | -$144 | -8.3% |
| Wisconsin | $1,204 | -$536 | -30.8% |
| Wyoming | $1,550 | -$190 | -10.9% |
| Model Year | Comprehensive | Collision | Liability | Total Premium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Tesla Model S | $532 | $1,130 | $338 | $2,136 |
| 2023 Tesla Model S | $514 | $1,104 | $354 | $2,108 |
| 2022 Tesla Model S | $496 | $1,058 | $364 | $2,054 |
| 2021 Tesla Model S | $470 | $1,020 | $376 | $2,002 |
| 2020 Tesla Model S | $452 | $946 | $384 | $1,918 |
| 2019 Tesla Model S | $432 | $892 | $388 | $1,848 |
| 2018 Tesla Model S | $414 | $800 | $390 | $1,740 |
| 2017 Tesla Model S | $388 | $736 | $390 | $1,650 |
| 2016 Tesla Model S | $374 | $690 | $394 | $1,594 |
| 2014 Tesla Model S | $338 | $598 | $402 | $1,474 |
| 2013 Tesla Model S | $330 | $542 | $406 | $1,414 |
| 2012 Tesla Model S | $306 | $496 | $402 | $1,340 |
Rates are averaged for all Tesla Model S 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 Best Cheap Tesla Model S Insurance
Finding cheaper rates on Tesla Model S insurance takes not taking risks behind the wheel, having a good credit score, not filing small claims, and attention to physical damage deductibles. Take the time to compare rates every time your policy renews by getting rate quotes from direct companies like Progressive, GEICO, and Esurance, and also from your local independent and exclusive agents.
The following is a quick review of the information covered in the above illustrations.
- You may be able to save around $220 per year just by quoting online well ahead of the renewal date
- Teens pay the highest auto insurance rates, as much as $520 each month if comprehensive and collision insurance is included
- Increasing comprehensive and collision deductibles could save up to $800 each year
- High-risk drivers with a DUI or reckless driving violation may pay on average $2,050 more per year for Model S insurance
- Drivers who purchase higher liability limits will pay about $430 every year to raise limits from a 30/60 limit to higher 250/500 limits
Rate Tables and Charts
Rates by Driver Age
| Driver Age | Premium |
|---|---|
| 16 | $6,234 |
| 20 | $4,028 |
| 30 | $1,838 |
| 40 | $1,740 |
| 50 | $1,588 |
| 60 | $1,560 |
Full coverage, $500 deductibles
Rates by Deductible
| Deductible | Premium |
|---|---|
| $100 | $2,278 |
| $250 | $2,028 |
| $500 | $1,740 |
| $1,000 | $1,466 |
Full coverage, driver age 40
Rates by Liability Limit
| Liability Limit | Premium |
|---|---|
| 30/60 | $1,740 |
| 50/100 | $1,818 |
| 100/300 | $1,916 |
| 250/500 | $2,169 |
| 100 CSL | $1,857 |
| 300 CSL | $2,072 |
| 500 CSL | $2,228 |
Full coverage, driver age 40
Rates for High Risk Drivers
| Age | Premium |
|---|---|
| 16 | $8,982 |
| 20 | $6,420 |
| 30 | $3,898 |
| 40 | $3,788 |
| 50 | $3,610 |
| 60 | $3,578 |
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.
Potential Rate Discounts
If you qualify for discounts, you may save the amounts shown below.
| Discount | Savings |
|---|---|
| Multi-policy | $96 |
| Multi-vehicle | $91 |
| Homeowner | $24 |
| 5-yr Accident Free | $140 |
| 5-yr Claim Free | $116 |
| Paid in Full/EFT | $88 |
| Advance Quote | $92 |
| Online Quote | $128 |
| Total Discounts | $775 |
Discounts are estimated and may not be available from every company or in every state.
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