Tesla Model S Insurance Rates
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Average auto insurance rates for a Tesla Model S are $1,740 annually including full coverage. Comprehensive costs approximately $414 each year, collision costs $800, and liability is $390. Buying just liability costs around $438 a year, with insurance for high-risk drivers costing around $3,788. Teenage drivers receive the highest rates at $6,234 a year or more.
Average premium for full coverage: $1,740
Rate estimates by individual coverage type:
Includes $500 physical damage insurance deductibles, 30/60 split liability limits, and includes uninsured/under-insured motorist coverage. Rates are averaged for all 50 U.S. states and Model S models.
Price Range by Coverage and Risk
For a driver around age 40, prices range go from as cheap as $438 for your basic liability-only policy to a high rate of $3,788 for a high-risk insurance policy.
Price Range by Location
Choosing to live in a large city can have significant affects on car insurance prices. Rural locations tend to have fewer comprehensive and collision claims than densely populated cities.
The graphic below illustrates the difference between rural and urban areas on auto insurance prices.
These examples highlight why all drivers should compare rates quotes using their specific location and their own personal driving habits, instead of using average rates.
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More Rate Information
The chart below breaks down estimated Tesla Model S insurance rates for additional coverage and risk scenarios.
- The best discount rate is $965
- Raising to $1,000 deductibles will save $274 every year
- The estimated rate for a 40-year-old driver who chooses $500 deductibles is $1,740
- Using low deductibles will cost $2,278
- At-risk drivers who are prone to accidents and violations could pay around $3,788 or more
- The cost with full coverage for a teen driver can cost $6,234
Auto insurance rates for a Tesla Model S can also vary considerably based on the trim level of your Model S, your driving characteristics, and physical damage deductibles and liability limits.
More mature drivers with a good driving record and high physical damage deductibles may pay as little as $1,600 every 12 months on average for full coverage. Rates are much higher for teen drivers, where even without any violations or accidents they will have to pay in the ballpark of $6,200 a year. View Rates by Age
If you like to drive fast or you caused a few accidents, you are likely paying anywhere from $2,100 to $2,800 in extra premium per year, depending on your age. Insurance for high-risk drivers is expensive and can cost as much as 45% to 135% more than a normal policy. View High Risk Driver Rates
Using high physical damage deductibles can reduce rates by up to $820 every year, whereas increasing liability limits will push rates upward. Changing from a 50/100 bodily injury limit to a 250/500 limit will cost as much as $351 extra every year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit
Where you live also has a big influence on Tesla Model S insurance prices. A middle-age driver might find rates as low as $1,340 a year in states like Vermont, New Hampshire, and Missouri, or be forced to pay as much as $2,480 on average in Louisiana, New York, and Michigan.
| 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% |
With so much variability in rates, the best way to figure out who has the best auto insurance rates is to do a rate comparison and see which company has the best rate. Every auto insurance company uses a different method to calculate rates, and quoted rates can be significantly different between companies.
| 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 Cheapest Tesla Model S Insurance
Saving money on car insurance consists of being a low-risk driver, having above-average credit, not filing small claims, and not having any coverage lapses. Set aside time to compare rates at least every other year by requesting quotes from direct car insurance companies like Progressive and GEICO, and also from local insurance agencies.
The items below are a recap of the car insurance concepts covered above.
- Higher risk drivers that have major violations or accidents may have to pay on average $2,050 more per year to insure their Model S
- You may be able to save around $220 per year simply by quoting online in advance
- Increasing deductibles could save up to $800 each year
- Policyholders who purchase more liability coverage will pay an extra $430 per year to raise from a minimum 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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