Tesla Roadster Insurance Rates
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U.S. average auto insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster are $1,482 annually for full coverage insurance. Comprehensive costs approximately $314 a year, collision costs $536, and liability costs $474. Liability-only insurance costs as little as $522 a year, with high-risk driver insurance costing around $3,206. Teen drivers pay the highest rates at $5,554 a year or more.
Average premium for full coverage: $1,482
Price estimates by individual coverage:
These estimates include $500 physical damage insurance deductibles, 30/60 split liability limits, and includes UM/UIM and medical coverage. Estimates are averaged for all 50 states and Roadster trim levels.
Price Range from Low to High
For a driver in their 40's, Tesla Roadster insurance prices go from as cheap as $522 for a discount liability-only rate to a high of $3,206 for a high-risk insurance policy.
Geographic Price Range
Your location can make a big difference on the price of auto insurance. Rural locations have fewer physical damage claims than larger metro areas.
The diagram below illustrates how location helps determine auto insurance prices.
The ranges above illustrate why it is important to compare rates using their specific location and their own personal driving habits, instead of making a decision based on price averages.
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Rates by State, City, and Model
The chart below illustrates estimated Tesla Roadster insurance rates for additional coverage and risk scenarios.
- The lowest rate with discounts is $850
- Drivers who choose higher $1,000 deductibles will pay $1,288 each year
- The estimated rate for the average middle-age driver who chooses $500 deductibles is $1,482
- Choosing low $100 deductibles for comprehensive and collision insurance will cost $1,854
- Drivers with multiple violations and an at-fault accident could pay around $3,206 or more
- The price with full coverage for a 16-year-old driver can cost $5,554 a year
Car insurance prices for a Tesla Roadster are also quite variable based on the trim level and model year, your risk profile, and physical damage deductibles and liability limits.
Older drivers with no driving violations and high physical damage deductibles may pay as low as $1,400 per year on average for full coverage. Prices are highest for teenage drivers, where even without any violations or accidents they will be charged in the ballpark of $5,500 a year. View Rates by Age
If you have some driving violations or you caused a few accidents, you are probably paying anywhere from $1,800 to $2,400 extra each year, depending on your age. A high-risk auto insurance policy can cost from 43% to 136% more than average. View High Risk Driver Rates
Choosing high deductibles could save up to $570 annually, while buying higher liability limits will push prices upward. Switching from a 50/100 bodily injury limit to a 250/500 limit will increase prices by as much as $426 extra every 12 months. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit
The state you live in makes a big difference in Tesla Roadster insurance prices. A 40-year-old driver could pay as low as $970 a year in states like North Carolina, Wisconsin, and Vermont, or as much as $2,000 on average in Florida, New York, and Michigan.
| State | Premium | Compared to U.S. Avg | Percent Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $1,340 | -$142 | -9.6% |
| Alaska | $1,134 | -$348 | -23.5% |
| Arizona | $1,228 | -$254 | -17.1% |
| Arkansas | $1,482 | -$0 | 0.0% |
| California | $1,688 | $206 | 13.9% |
| Colorado | $1,416 | -$66 | -4.5% |
| Connecticut | $1,522 | $40 | 2.7% |
| Delaware | $1,678 | $196 | 13.2% |
| Florida | $1,854 | $372 | 25.1% |
| Georgia | $1,366 | -$116 | -7.8% |
| Hawaii | $1,064 | -$418 | -28.2% |
| Idaho | $1,000 | -$482 | -32.5% |
| Illinois | $1,104 | -$378 | -25.5% |
| Indiana | $1,114 | -$368 | -24.8% |
| Iowa | $1,000 | -$482 | -32.5% |
| Kansas | $1,408 | -$74 | -5.0% |
| Kentucky | $2,020 | $538 | 36.3% |
| Louisiana | $2,190 | $708 | 47.8% |
| Maine | $914 | -$568 | -38.3% |
| Maryland | $1,222 | -$260 | -17.5% |
| Massachusetts | $1,184 | -$298 | -20.1% |
| Michigan | $2,574 | $1,092 | 73.7% |
| Minnesota | $1,238 | -$244 | -16.5% |
| Mississippi | $1,774 | $292 | 19.7% |
| Missouri | $1,314 | -$168 | -11.3% |
| Montana | $1,592 | $110 | 7.4% |
| Nebraska | $1,168 | -$314 | -21.2% |
| Nevada | $1,776 | $294 | 19.8% |
| New Hampshire | $1,066 | -$416 | -28.1% |
| New Jersey | $1,654 | $172 | 11.6% |
| New Mexico | $1,312 | -$170 | -11.5% |
| New York | $1,560 | $78 | 5.3% |
| North Carolina | $852 | -$630 | -42.5% |
| North Dakota | $1,212 | -$270 | -18.2% |
| Ohio | $1,022 | -$460 | -31.0% |
| Oklahoma | $1,522 | $40 | 2.7% |
| Oregon | $1,356 | -$126 | -8.5% |
| Pennsylvania | $1,414 | -$68 | -4.6% |
| Rhode Island | $1,974 | $492 | 33.2% |
| South Carolina | $1,342 | -$140 | -9.4% |
| South Dakota | $1,250 | -$232 | -15.7% |
| Tennessee | $1,296 | -$186 | -12.6% |
| Texas | $1,786 | $304 | 20.5% |
| Utah | $1,096 | -$386 | -26.0% |
| Vermont | $1,014 | -$468 | -31.6% |
| Virginia | $888 | -$594 | -40.1% |
| Washington | $1,146 | -$336 | -22.7% |
| West Virginia | $1,358 | -$124 | -8.4% |
| Wisconsin | $1,026 | -$456 | -30.8% |
| Wyoming | $1,320 | -$162 | -10.9% |
Since prices can be so different, the only way to figure out who has the best car insurance prices is to get quotes from multiple companies. Every company uses a different rate calculation, so rate quotes may be quite different between companies.
| Model Year | Comprehensive | Collision | Liability | Total Premium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Tesla Roadster | $314 | $536 | $474 | $1,482 |
| 2010 Tesla Roadster | $296 | $486 | $474 | $1,414 |
| 2008 Tesla Roadster | $282 | $426 | $460 | $1,326 |
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 Buy Cheap Tesla Roadster Insurance
Getting lower rates on insurance for a Tesla Roadster not only requires being a low-risk driver, but also having a good credit score, not filing small claims, and avoiding coverage lapses. Invest time comparing rates at least every other year by requesting quotes from direct insurance companies like GEICO, Progressive, and Esurance, and also from insurance agencies where you live.
The items below are a brief summary of the car insurance concepts covered in the charts and tables above.
- Drivers considered higher risk that tend to have accidents or serious violations could be forced to pay on average $1,720 more per year to insure their Roadster
- It is possible to save around $180 per year simply by quoting early and online
- Increasing physical damage deductibles could save up to $575 each year
- Insureds who purchase more liability coverage will pay about $520 annually to go from a low limit to higher 250/500 limits
Rate Tables and Charts
Rates by Driver Age
| Driver Age | Premium |
|---|---|
| 16 | $5,554 |
| 20 | $3,404 |
| 30 | $1,540 |
| 40 | $1,482 |
| 50 | $1,352 |
| 60 | $1,326 |
Full coverage, $500 deductibles
Rates by Deductible
| Deductible | Premium |
|---|---|
| $100 | $1,854 |
| $250 | $1,682 |
| $500 | $1,482 |
| $1,000 | $1,288 |
Full coverage, driver age 40
Rates by Liability Limit
| Liability Limit | Premium |
|---|---|
| 30/60 | $1,482 |
| 50/100 | $1,577 |
| 100/300 | $1,695 |
| 250/500 | $2,003 |
| 100 CSL | $1,624 |
| 300 CSL | $1,885 |
| 500 CSL | $2,075 |
Full coverage, driver age 40
Rates for High Risk Drivers
| Age | Premium |
|---|---|
| 16 | $7,924 |
| 20 | $5,432 |
| 30 | $3,274 |
| 40 | $3,206 |
| 50 | $3,062 |
| 60 | $3,032 |
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 | $79 |
| Multi-vehicle | $79 |
| Homeowner | $23 |
| 5-yr Accident Free | $108 |
| 5-yr Claim Free | $97 |
| Paid in Full/EFT | $67 |
| Advance Quote | $73 |
| Online Quote | $106 |
| Total Discounts | $632 |
Discounts are estimated and may not be available from every company or in every state.
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