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 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 cost the most to insure at $5,332 a year or more.
Average premium for full coverage: $1,414
Policy rates by type of insurance:
Estimates include $500 physical damage deductibles, 30/60 bodily injury liability limits, and includes both medical and uninsured motorist insurance. Prices are averaged for all 50 U.S. states and Roadster trim levels.
Price Range Variability
For a 40-year-old driver, Tesla Roadster insurance rates go from as low as $522 for minimum levels of liability insurance to a high of $3,054 for a driver who requires high-risk insurance.
Urban vs. Rural Price Range
Your location can make a big difference on car insurance prices. Rural locations are shown to have a lower frequency of comprehensive and collision claims than larger metro areas.
The diagram below illustrates how your location can change auto insurance prices.
The examples above highlight why it is important to compare rates using their specific location and risk profile, instead of making a decision based on price averages.
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Additional Rate Details
The chart below breaks down estimated Tesla Roadster insurance rates for additional coverage and risk scenarios.
- The lowest rate with discounts is $818
- Drivers who choose higher $1,000 deductibles will pay $1,236 every year
- The average rate for a good driver age 40 who chooses $500 deductibles is $1,414
- Choosing low $100 deductibles for comprehensive and collision insurance will increase the cost to $1,756
- Drivers with multiple violations and an at-fault accident could pay around $3,054 or more
- Policy cost for full coverage for a 16-year-old driver can cost $5,332 a year
Auto 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.
Older drivers with a good driving record and high deductibles may pay as low as $1,300 per year on average, or $108 per month, for full coverage. Rates are highest for teenagers, where even good drivers will have to pay in the ballpark of $5,300 a year. View Rates by Age
Your home state makes a big difference in Tesla Roadster insurance prices. A 40-year-old driver could pay as low as $1,080 a year in states like Vermont, New Hampshire, and Missouri, or as much as $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% |
Choosing high deductibles could save up to $520 annually, while buying higher liability limits will push rates upward. Changing from a 50/100 limit to a 250/500 limit will raise rates by up to $426 extra every 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 in extra premium every year, depending on your age. A high-risk auto insurance policy can cost from 43% to 134% more than average. View High Risk Driver Rates
Because rates have so much variability, the best way to figure out who has the best auto insurance rates is to get quotes from multiple companies. Every company uses a different rate calculation, and quoted rates will be varied 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 Low Cost Tesla Roadster Insurance
Finding cheaper rates on insurance for a Tesla Roadster not only requires being a safe and courteous driver, but also having good credit, paying for small claims out-of-pocket, and not having any coverage lapses. Invest the time to shop around at every other renewal by obtaining price quotes from direct car insurance companies like GEICO, Progressive, and Esurance, and also from insurance agencies where you live.
Below is a review of the concepts that were illustrated above.
- Drivers considered higher risk who have several accidents or serious violations could be forced to pay on average $1,640 more per year for auto insurance
- Teenage drivers have the highest car insurance rates, with premiums being up to $444 each month if they have full coverage
- You may be able to save around $170 per year simply by quoting early and online
- Increasing comprehensive and collision deductibles can save around $525 each year
- You may be able to save around $170 per year simply by quoting 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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