Tesla Roadster Insurance Rates
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The average insurance prices for a Tesla Roadster are $1,414 every 12 months for full coverage. Comprehensive costs on average $296, collision costs $486, and liability costs $474. A liability-only policy costs as little as $522 a year, with high-risk insurance costing around $3,054. Teenage drivers cost the most to insure at $5,332 a year or more.
Average premium for full coverage: $1,414
Policy rates by type of insurance:
Prices include $500 policy deductibles, split liability limits of 30/60, and includes medical/PIP and uninsured motorist coverage. Prices are averaged for all states and for different Roadster trim levels.
Price Range Variability
Using a 40-year-old driver as an example, Tesla Roadster insurance rates go from the cheapest price of $522 for liability-only coverage to a much higher rate of $3,054 for coverage for higher-risk drivers.
Urban vs. Rural Price Range
Your location can have significant affects on car insurance rates. Rural areas are shown to have more infrequent accident claims than densely populated cities.
The price range example below illustrates how rural and urban location affects car insurance rates.
The examples above show why anyone shopping for car insurance should compare rates based on a specific location and their own driving history, instead of using average rates.
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Additional Charts and Tables
The chart below shows estimated Tesla Roadster insurance rates for different risk profiles and scenarios.
- The best discount rate is $818
- Drivers who choose higher $1,000 deductibles will pay around $178 a year
- The average price for a good driver age 40 with $500 deductibles is $1,414
- Using more expensive low deductibles for comprehensive and collision insurance increases the price to $1,756
- Higher-risk drivers who are prone to accidents and violations could pay upwards of $3,054 or more
- Policy cost to insure a teen driver with full coverage may cost $5,332 a year
Car insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster also range considerably based on liability limits and deductibles, your driver profile, and the trim level of your Roadster.
Using high physical damage deductibles could save up to $520 every year, while increasing your policy's liability limits will cost you more. Going from a 50/100 liability limit to a 250/500 limit will raise rates by up to $426 extra every 12 months. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit
An older driver with no driving violations and higher deductibles may pay as little as $1,300 per year on average, or $108 per month, for full coverage. Rates are much higher for teenagers, since even excellent drivers will be charged upwards of $5,300 a year. View Rates by Age
If you have a few points on your driving record or you were responsible for an accident, you could be paying at a minimum $1,700 to $2,300 extra every year, depending on your age. High-risk driver insurance can cost as much as 43% to 134% more than a normal policy. View High Risk Driver Rates
Your home state makes a big difference in Tesla Roadster insurance prices. A 40-year-old driver could pay as low as $930 a year in states like Idaho, Maine, and Iowa, or be forced to pay as much as $2,020 on average in Michigan, Louisiana, and New York.
| State | Premium | Compared to U.S. Avg | Percent Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $1,278 | -$136 | -9.6% |
| Alaska | $1,082 | -$332 | -23.5% |
| Arizona | $1,174 | -$240 | -17.0% |
| Arkansas | $1,414 | -$0 | 0.0% |
| California | $1,610 | $196 | 13.9% |
| Colorado | $1,350 | -$64 | -4.5% |
| Connecticut | $1,454 | $40 | 2.8% |
| Delaware | $1,600 | $186 | 13.2% |
| Florida | $1,770 | $356 | 25.2% |
| Georgia | $1,302 | -$112 | -7.9% |
| Hawaii | $1,014 | -$400 | -28.3% |
| Idaho | $956 | -$458 | -32.4% |
| Illinois | $1,052 | -$362 | -25.6% |
| Indiana | $1,062 | -$352 | -24.9% |
| Iowa | $954 | -$460 | -32.5% |
| Kansas | $1,344 | -$70 | -5.0% |
| Kentucky | $1,928 | $514 | 36.4% |
| Louisiana | $2,092 | $678 | 47.9% |
| Maine | $872 | -$542 | -38.3% |
| Maryland | $1,166 | -$248 | -17.5% |
| Massachusetts | $1,130 | -$284 | -20.1% |
| Michigan | $2,456 | $1,042 | 73.7% |
| Minnesota | $1,182 | -$232 | -16.4% |
| Mississippi | $1,692 | $278 | 19.7% |
| Missouri | $1,254 | -$160 | -11.3% |
| Montana | $1,518 | $104 | 7.4% |
| Nebraska | $1,112 | -$302 | -21.4% |
| Nevada | $1,694 | $280 | 19.8% |
| New Hampshire | $1,016 | -$398 | -28.1% |
| New Jersey | $1,578 | $164 | 11.6% |
| New Mexico | $1,252 | -$162 | -11.5% |
| New York | $1,490 | $76 | 5.4% |
| North Carolina | $814 | -$600 | -42.4% |
| North Dakota | $1,158 | -$256 | -18.1% |
| Ohio | $976 | -$438 | -31.0% |
| Oklahoma | $1,452 | $38 | 2.7% |
| Oregon | $1,294 | -$120 | -8.5% |
| Pennsylvania | $1,350 | -$64 | -4.5% |
| Rhode Island | $1,884 | $470 | 33.2% |
| South Carolina | $1,280 | -$134 | -9.5% |
| South Dakota | $1,194 | -$220 | -15.6% |
| Tennessee | $1,238 | -$176 | -12.4% |
| Texas | $1,704 | $290 | 20.5% |
| Utah | $1,046 | -$368 | -26.0% |
| Vermont | $968 | -$446 | -31.5% |
| Virginia | $848 | -$566 | -40.0% |
| Washington | $1,094 | -$320 | -22.6% |
| West Virginia | $1,294 | -$120 | -8.5% |
| Wisconsin | $978 | -$436 | -30.8% |
| Wyoming | $1,260 | -$154 | -10.9% |
Because rates have so much variability, the only way to know exactly what you will pay is to compare rates and see which company has the best rate. Every company uses a different method to calculate rates, so rate quotes will be varied.
| Model Year | Comprehensive | Collision | Liability | Total Premium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Tesla Roadster | $296 | $486 | $474 | $1,414 |
| 2010 Tesla Roadster | $286 | $436 | $468 | $1,348 |
| 2008 Tesla Roadster | $276 | $406 | $452 | $1,292 |
Rates are averaged for all Tesla Roadster models and trim levels. Rates assume a 40-year-old male driver, full coverage with $500 deductibles, and a clean driving record.
How to Shop for the Right Tesla Roadster Insurance
Finding cheaper rates on car insurance not only requires being safe and accident-free, but also maintaining a good credit score, avoid buying unnecessary coverage, and maximizing policy discounts. Set aside time to shop around at least once a year by obtaining price quotes from direct carriers, and also from local independent and exclusive agents.
Below you'll find a quick rundown of the primary concepts that were raised in the charts and tables above.
- Drivers can save as much as $170 per year simply by shopping early and online
- Higher risk drivers with reckless driving or DUI convictions pay an average of $1,640 more each year than a low-risk driver
- Increasing comprehensive and collision deductibles could save as much as $525 each year
- Youthful drivers are expensive to insure, costing up to $444 each month if the policy includes full coverage
Rate Tables and Charts
Rates by Driver Age
| Driver Age | Premium |
|---|---|
| 16 | $5,332 |
| 20 | $3,242 |
| 30 | $1,466 |
| 40 | $1,414 |
| 50 | $1,292 |
| 60 | $1,266 |
Full coverage, $500 deductibles
Rates by Deductible
| Deductible | Premium |
|---|---|
| $100 | $1,756 |
| $250 | $1,598 |
| $500 | $1,414 |
| $1,000 | $1,236 |
Full coverage, driver age 40
Rates by Liability Limit
| Liability Limit | Premium |
|---|---|
| 30/60 | $1,414 |
| 50/100 | $1,509 |
| 100/300 | $1,627 |
| 250/500 | $1,935 |
| 100 CSL | $1,556 |
| 300 CSL | $1,817 |
| 500 CSL | $2,007 |
Full coverage, driver age 40
Rates for High Risk Drivers
| Age | Premium |
|---|---|
| 16 | $7,598 |
| 20 | $5,170 |
| 30 | $3,114 |
| 40 | $3,054 |
| 50 | $2,916 |
| 60 | $2,888 |
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 | $75 |
| Multi-vehicle | $75 |
| Homeowner | $22 |
| 5-yr Accident Free | $101 |
| 5-yr Claim Free | $92 |
| Paid in Full/EFT | $62 |
| Advance Quote | $69 |
| Online Quote | $100 |
| Total Discounts | $596 |
Discounts are estimated and may not be available from every company or in every state.
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