Tesla Roadster Insurance Rates
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Average auto insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster are $1,414 annually with full coverage. Comprehensive costs approximately $296, collision costs $486, and liability costs $474. A policy with just liability insurance costs as little as $522 a year, with coverage for high-risk drivers costing around $3,054. Teenage drivers receive the highest rates at $5,332 a year or more.
Average premium for full coverage: $1,414
Rate estimates by individual coverage type:
Full coverage includes $500 physical damage deductibles, 30/60 liability coverage, and includes medical and uninsured motorist coverage. Rates are averaged for all U.S. states and for different Roadster trim levels.
Price Range by Coverage and Risk
Using a middle-aged driver as an example, prices range go from as cheap as $522 for just liability coverage to a much higher rate of $3,054 for a policy for a high-risk driver.
Price Range by Location
Your location can make a big difference on the price of insurance. Rural locations tend to have fewer collision claims than densely populated cities.
The price range example below illustrates how where you live affects auto insurance prices.
These examples demonstrate why anyone shopping for car insurance should compare rates using their specific location and their own personal driving habits, instead of making a decision based on average rates.
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Detailed Rate Analysis
The chart below details estimated Tesla Roadster insurance rates for additional coverage and risk scenarios.
- The best discount rate is $818
- Drivers who choose higher $1,000 deductibles will pay $178 annually
- The estimated rate for a 40-year-old driver who chooses $500 deductibles is $1,414
- Using more expensive low deductibles for comprehensive and collision insurance will cost $1,756
- Drivers who are prone to accidents and violations could pay around $3,054 or more
- The cost with full coverage for a 16-year-old driver with full coverage can cost $5,332 a year
Insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster can also vary considerably based on the trim level of your Roadster, your driving record, and physical damage deductibles and liability limits.
An older driver with no violations or accidents and high physical damage deductibles may pay as low as $1,300 per year on average for full coverage. Rates are much higher for teen drivers, where even without any violations or accidents they should be prepared to pay in the ballpark of $5,300 a year. View Rates by Age
If you like to drive fast or you caused a few accidents, you may be forking out anywhere from $1,700 to $2,300 additional per year, depending on your age. High-risk driver insurance can cost from 43% to 134% more than a normal policy. View High Risk Driver Rates
Using high physical damage deductibles could save up to $520 annually, while increasing your policy's liability limits will push rates upward. Moving from a 50/100 bodily injury limit to a 250/500 limit will cost as much as $426 more each year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit
Where you live makes a big difference in Tesla Roadster insurance prices. A 40-year-old driver could pay as low as $1,020 a year in states like Utah, Ohio, and New Hampshire, or be forced to pay as much as $1,910 on average in New York, Michigan, and Florida.
| 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% |
With so much variability in rates, the best way to find out who has the cheapest auto insurance rates is to compare rates from multiple companies. Every company uses a different method to calculate rates, and rates can be significantly different between companies.
| 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 More Affordable Tesla Roadster Insurance
Saving money on insurance for a Tesla Roadster not only requires being a safe and courteous driver, but also having good credit, eliminating unnecessary coverage, and qualifying for all possible discounts. Take the time to comparison shop every year by requesting quotes from direct companies like Progressive and GEICO, and also from your local independent and exclusive agents.
Below is a summary of the coverage data touched on in the above illustrations.
- You may be able to save around $170 per year simply by shopping early and online
- Increasing deductibles could save up to $525 each year
- Teenage drivers are the costliest to insure, with premiums as much as $444 per month if they have full coverage
- Drivers considered higher risk who have multiple accidents or major violations may pay on average $1,640 more per year for auto insurance
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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