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Estimated insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster are $1,414 a year with full coverage. Comprehensive costs an estimated $296 each year, collision insurance costs $486, and liability is estimated at $474. A liability-only policy costs approximately $522 a year, and high-risk insurance costs around $3,054. Teen drivers pay the most at up to $5,332 a year.

Average premium for full coverage: $1,414

Premium estimates broken down by type of coverage:

Comprehensive $296
Collision $486
Liability $474

Prices are based on $500 policy deductibles, 30/60 bodily injury liability limits, and includes medical and UM/UIM coverage. Rates include averaging for all U.S. states and Roadster models.

Insurance Price Range by Risk and Coverage

For an average driver, insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster range from as low as $522 for just liability insurance to a high rate of $3,054 for a driver who requires high-risk insurance.

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

Insurance Price Range by Location

Living in a larger city can have significant affects on car insurance rates. More rural locations are statistically proven to have a lower frequency of collision claims than larger metro areas. The graphic below illustrates the effect of geographic area on insurance prices.

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

These rate differences demonstrate why all drivers should get quotes for a targeted area and risk profile, instead of using price averages.

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More Rate Details

The chart below details average Tesla Roadster insurance rates for other coverage scenarios.

  • The lowest rate with discounts is $818
  • Choosing higher $1,000 deductibles can save approximately $178 annually
  • The average rate for a 40-year-old good driver who has $500 deductibles is $1,414
  • Choosing low deductibles for comp and collision coverage will increase the cost to $1,756
  • Unlucky drivers with multiple violations and an at-fault accident could pay up to $3,054
  • An auto insurance policy for full coverage for a teen driver can cost as much as $5,332 each year

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

Auto insurance prices for a Tesla Roadster also have a wide range based on your driving characteristics, the trim level and model year, and liability limits and deductibles.

More mature drivers with a good driving record and high deductibles may pay as little as $1,300 annually on average, or $108 per month, for full coverage. Prices are highest for drivers in their teens, where even good drivers will have to pay at least $5,300 a year. View Rates by Age

Where you choose to live plays a big part in determining prices for Tesla Roadster insurance prices. A good driver about age 40 could pay as low as $1,020 a year in states like Utah, Ohio, and New Hampshire, or as much as $1,910 on average in New York, Michigan, and Florida.

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

Choosing high deductibles can save as much as $520 every year, whereas increasing liability limits will increase premiums. Moving from a 50/100 limit to a 250/500 limit will cost up to $426 extra every year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

If you have a few violations or tend to cause accidents, you may be forking out $1,700 to $2,300 in extra premium annually, depending on your age. Insurance for high-risk drivers ranges as much as 43% to 134% more than average. View High Risk Driver Rates

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 Find Affordable Tesla Roadster Insurance

Finding better rates on car insurance takes avoiding accidents and claims, having good credit, being claim-free, and consideration of higher deductibles. Take the time to compare rates at every other renewal by obtaining price quotes from direct companies like Progressive, GEICO, and Esurance, and also from local exclusive and independent agents.

The points below are a brief review of the concepts that were covered in the above illustrations.

  • Higher risk drivers with DUI or reckless driving convictions may pay on average $1,640 more annually to insure a Tesla Roadster
  • Drivers under the age of 20 are the costliest to insure, possibly costing $444 per month if they have full coverage
  • You may be able to save approximately $170 per year just by quoting online in advance
  • Increasing policy deductibles can save around $525 each year
  • You may be able to save approximately $170 per year just by quoting online in advance

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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