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Estimated auto insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster are $1,414 annually for full coverage. Comprehensive costs around $296 a year, collision costs $486, and liability costs $474. Liability-only insurance costs as little as $522 a year, with high-risk driver insurance costing around $3,054. Teen drivers pay the most at $5,332 a year or more.

Average premium for full coverage: $1,414

Premium estimates for type of coverage:

Comprehensive $296
Collision $486
Liability $474

Includes $500 physical damage insurance deductibles, liability coverage up to 30/60, and includes both medical and uninsured motorist insurance. Rates include averaging for all states and Roadster trim levels.

Insurance Price Range by Risk and Coverage

For the average driver, insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster go from as cheap as $522 for minimum levels of liability insurance to a high of $3,054 for a high-risk driver policy.

Liability Only $522
Full Coverage $1,414
High Risk $3,054

Insurance Price Range by Location

Your location can make a big difference on auto insurance rates. Areas with sparse population are statistically proven to have fewer accident claims than larger metro areas.

The diagram below illustrates how location impacts auto insurance rates.

Rural Areas $1,061
Small Cities $1,485
Large Cities $1,909

These rate differences show why it is important to compare rates for a specific zip code and their own personal driving habits, instead of making a decision based on price averages.

Use the form below to get customized rates for your location.

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Additional Rate Details

The chart below shows estimated Tesla Roadster insurance rates for additional coverage choices and driver risks.

  • The lowest rate with discounts is $818
  • Drivers who choose higher $1,000 deductibles will pay about $1,236 a year
  • The estimated rate for a 40-year-old good driver using $500 deductibles is $1,414
  • Choosing low $100 deductibles for comprehensive and collision insurance will cost $1,756
  • Drivers with multiple violations and an at-fault accident could pay at least $3,054 or more
  • An auto insurance policy with full coverage for a 16-year-old driver can be $5,332 a year

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Tesla Roadster insurance cost comparison chart
Column chart showing full coverage Tesla Roadster insurance rates range from $818 to $5,332

Insurance prices for a Tesla Roadster also have a wide range based on the model of your Roadster, your driver profile, and deductibles and policy limits.

Older drivers with no violations or accidents and high physical damage deductibles may pay as low as $1,300 per year on average, or $108 per month, for full coverage. Prices are highest for drivers in their teens, where even without any violations or accidents they should be prepared to pay as much as $5,300 a year. View Rates by Age

If you have a few violations or you caused a few accidents, you could be paying at least $1,700 to $2,300 additional annually, depending on your age. A high-risk auto insurance policy can cost from 43% to 134% more than average. View High Risk Driver Rates

Choosing high deductibles could save up to $520 annually, while buying higher liability limits will increase prices. Going from a 50/100 bodily injury limit to a 250/500 limit will cost up to $426 more each year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

Where you choose to live 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 as much as $2,020 on average in Michigan, Louisiana, and New York.

Tesla Roadster Insurance Rates by State
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%

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Tesla Roadster insurance rates by U.S. city

With such a large range in prices, the only way to know your exact price is to get quotes from multiple companies. Every company uses a different rate calculation, and prices will be substantially different between companies.

Tesla Roadster Insurance Rates by Model Year
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 Buy the Cheapest Tesla Roadster Insurance

Finding better rates on insurance for a Tesla Roadster not only requires being a low-risk driver, but also having good credit, not filing small claims, and taking advantage of discounts. Spend time shopping around every time your policy renews by quoting rates from direct carriers, and also from local independent and exclusive agents.

The items below are a recap of the information touched on above.

  • Drivers can save up to $170 per year simply by quoting early and online
  • Teen drivers are charged the highest prices, as much as $444 per month if they have full coverage
  • Increasing policy deductibles could save up to $525 each year
  • Drivers considered higher risk that have major violations or accidents pay an average of $1,640 more every year to insure their Roadster
  • Insureds who may need more liability coverage will pay about $520 each year to go from 30/60 bodily injury limits to higher 250/500 limits

Rates by Driver Age

Tesla Roadster Insurance 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

Tesla Roadster Insurance Rates with Different Deductibles
Deductible Premium
$100 $1,756
$250 $1,598
$500 $1,414
$1,000 $1,236

Full coverage, driver age 40

Rates by Liability Limit

Tesla Roadster Insurance Rates with Different Liability Limits
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

Tesla Roadster Insurance 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.

SR-22 Surcharge $196

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
Rate after discounts $818

Discounts are estimated and may not be available from every company or in every state.

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