Tesla Roadster Insurance Rates
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Average insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster are $1,414 a year for full coverage. Comprehensive insurance costs around $296, collision costs $486, and liability coverage costs around $474. Liability-only coverage costs as low as $522 a year, with high-risk coverage costing $3,054 or more. Teens receive the highest rates at $5,332 a year or more.
Average premium for full coverage: $1,414
Rate estimates for individual coverage type:
Prices are based on $500 physical damage insurance deductibles, 30/60 bodily injury liability limits, and includes additional medical/uninsured motorist coverage. Rates are averaged for all states and for different Roadster trim levels.
Price Range by Coverage and Risk
For the average driver, prices range go from as low as $522 for just the minimum liability insurance to a much higher rate of $3,054 for a driver who requires high-risk insurance.
Price Range by Location
Where you live has a large influence on auto insurance rates. Areas with sparse population tend to have a lower frequency of accident claims than cities with more traffic congestion.
The price range example below illustrates how location impacts auto insurance rates.
These examples show why anyone shopping for car insurance should compare prices for a specific zip code and risk profile, rather than using averaged prices.
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Additional Rate Analysis
The chart below shows estimated Tesla Roadster insurance rates for additional coverage choices and driver risks.
- The cheapest rate after discounts is $818
- Using higher $1,000 deductibles will save about $178 a year
- The average rate for a 40-year-old driver using $500 deductibles is $1,414
- Selecting more expensive low deductibles for physical damage coverage will cost an extra $342 each year
- Higher-risk drivers with serious driving violations could pay at least $3,054 or more
- The cost for full coverage for a teenage driver with full coverage can be $5,332 or more
Car insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster can also vary considerably based on your driver profile, the trim level of your Roadster, and deductibles and policy limits.
An older driver with no driving violations and high deductibles may only pay around $1,300 a year for full coverage. Rates are much higher for teen drivers, where even good drivers will be charged as much as $5,300 a year. View Rates by Age
Where you live has a huge impact on Tesla Roadster insurance rates. A driver around age 40 might see rates as low as $930 a year in states like Idaho, Maine, and Iowa, or have to pay at least $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% |
Choosing higher comprehensive and collision insurance deductibles could cut rates by as much as $520 a year, while increasing your policy's liability limits will increase rates. Going from a 50/100 limit to a 250/500 limit will cost as much as $426 extra every 12 months. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit
If you like to drive fast or tend to cause accidents, you could be paying at least $1,700 to $2,300 extra per year, depending on your age. High-risk driver insurance can be around 43% to 134% more than the average policy. View High Risk Driver Rates
With so much variability in rates, the only way to know your exact price is to compare rates and see how they stack up. Each insurance company calculates rates differently, so rate quotes can be significantly different from one company to the next.
| 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 Affordable Tesla Roadster Insurance
Saving money on auto insurance requires being a low-risk driver, having above-average credit, eliminating unneeded coverage, and qualifying for all possible discounts. Spend time shopping around at every other renewal by requesting quotes from direct carriers like GEICO and Progressive, and also from local insurance agents.
The items below are a brief review of the concepts that were touched on above.
- Drivers with DUI or reckless driving convictions may be required to pay an average of $1,640 more every year to insure their Roadster
- Teen drivers are the costliest to insure, costing as high as $444 per month if full coverage is included
- Drivers can save up to $170 per year simply by shopping early and online
- Increasing deductibles can save around $525 each year
- Drivers can save up to $170 per year simply 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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