Tesla Roadster Insurance Rates
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The average insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster are $1,414 a year including full coverage. Comprehensive costs approximately $296, collision insurance costs $486, and liability insurance costs around $474. Liability-only coverage costs as low as $522 a year, and high-risk coverage costs around $3,054. 16-year-old drivers cost the most to insure at up to $5,332 a year.
Average premium for full coverage: $1,414
Policy rates by type of insurance:
Price estimates include $500 comprehensive and collision deductibles, bodily injury liability limits of 30/60, and includes both medical and UM/UIM coverage. Prices are averaged for all 50 U.S. states and for different Roadster trim levels.
Price Range Variability
For an average driver, Tesla Roadster insurance rates range from as low as $522 for basic liability insurance to a much higher rate of $3,054 for a driver who has had serious violations or accidents.
Urban vs. Rural Price Range
Where you live has a significant impact on car insurance prices. Rural locations are shown to have a lower frequency of comprehensive and collision claims than congested cities. The price range example below illustrates the effect of geographic area on auto insurance prices.
The examples above highlight why anyone shopping for car insurance should compare prices using their specific location and risk profile, rather than relying on rate averages.
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Rate Comparisons
The chart below breaks down average Tesla Roadster insurance rates for additional coverage and risk scenarios.
- The best full coverage rate is $818
- Using higher $1,000 deductibles will save $178 every year
- The average rate for a good driver age 40 who chooses $500 deductibles is $1,414
- Buying more expensive low deductibles for physical damage coverage will increase the cost to $1,756
- Drivers with multiple tickets or accidents could pay around $3,054
- Policy cost for full coverage for a teen driver with full coverage can cost $5,332 or more
Insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster also range considerably based on your risk profile, the model of your Roadster, and physical damage deductibles and liability limits.
An older driver with no violations or accidents and high deductibles could pay as little as $1,300 a year, or $108 per month, for full coverage. Rates are highest for teenagers, where even good drivers should be prepared to pay in the ballpark of $5,300 a year. View Rates by Age
Your home state has a huge impact on Tesla Roadster insurance rates. A driver around age 40 might see rates as low as $1,080 a year in states like Vermont, New Hampshire, and Missouri, or at least $2,020 on average in Louisiana, New York, and Michigan.
| 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% |

Opting for high physical damage deductibles could cut rates by as much as $520 each year, while increasing your policy's liability limits will push rates upward. Changing from a 50/100 limit to a 250/500 limit will raise rates by up to $426 more each year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit
If you have a few points on your driving record or tend to cause accidents, you are likely paying anywhere from $1,700 to $2,300 additional every year, depending on your age. High-risk driver insurance can be anywhere from 43% to 134% more than the average rate. View High Risk Driver Rates
| 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 Find Cheaper Tesla Roadster Insurance
Finding cheaper rates on Tesla Roadster insurance requires having a decent driving record, having a good credit history, paying for small claims out-of-pocket, and consideration of higher deductibles. Take the time to compare rates every other policy renewal by requesting quotes from direct car insurance companies like GEICO, Progressive, and Esurance, and also from insurance agencies where you live.
The following items are a condensed summary of the ideas that were covered in the above illustrations.
- 16 to 18-year-old drivers are the costliest to insure, with premiums being up to $444 each month including comprehensive and collision insurance
- High-risk drivers with multiple at-fault accidents could be forced to pay on average $1,640 more per year than a driver with a clean driving record
- Increasing comprehensive and collision deductibles can save around $525 each year
- You may be able to save around $170 per year just by shopping early and online
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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