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U.S. average auto insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster are $1,414 annually with full coverage. Comprehensive costs around $296 a year, collision costs $486, and liability coverage is $474. Liability-only insurance costs around $522 a year, with high-risk driver insurance costing around $3,054. Teenage drivers pay the highest rates at $5,332 a year or more.

Average premium for full coverage: $1,414

Price estimates for individual coverage:

Comprehensive $296
Collision $486
Liability $474

Rate estimates include $500 physical damage deductibles, 30/60 bodily injury liability limits, and includes uninsured motorist and medical coverage. Estimates are averaged for all U.S. states and Roadster trim levels.

Price Range from Low to High

Using a middle-aged driver as an example, Tesla Roadster insurance prices go from as cheap as $522 for the bare minimum liability coverage to a high of $3,054 for a driver who requires high-risk insurance.

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

Geographic Price Range

Choosing to live in a large city has a large influence on insurance rates. Areas with sparse population have fewer collision claims than densely populated cities.

The diagram below illustrates how where you live affects auto insurance rates.

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

The ranges above demonstrate why it is important to compare rates quotes for a specific zip code and their own personal driving habits, rather than using average rates.

Use the form below to get customized rates for your location.

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Additional Rate Information

The chart below details estimated Tesla Roadster insurance rates for additional coverage choices and driver risks.

  • The best discount rate is $818
  • Raising to $1,000 deductibles will save about $1,236 annually
  • The estimated rate for the average middle-age driver using $500 deductibles is $1,414
  • Using low $100 deductibles will cost $1,756
  • Unlucky drivers who are prone to accidents and violations could pay at least $3,054 or more
  • The price with full coverage for a teenage driver can be $5,332

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

Car insurance prices for a Tesla Roadster are also quite variable based on the trim level and model year, your driving record, and deductibles and policy limits.

Older drivers with no driving violations and high physical damage deductibles may only pay around $1,300 every 12 months on average for full coverage. Prices are much higher for teenage drivers, where even without any violations or accidents they will be charged as much as $5,300 a year. View Rates by Age

If you have some driving violations or you caused a few accidents, you may be forking out at least $1,700 to $2,300 extra each year, depending on your age. A high-risk auto insurance policy is expensive and can cost around 43% to 134% more than a normal policy. View High Risk Driver Rates

Using high physical damage deductibles can reduce prices by up to $520 a year, while buying higher liability limits will increase prices. Moving from a 50/100 bodily injury limit to a 250/500 limit will increase prices by as much as $426 extra every 12 months. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

The state you live in also has a big influence on Tesla Roadster insurance rates. A middle-age driver might find prices as low as $1,020 a year in states like New Hampshire, Ohio, and Utah, or be forced to pay as much as $1,910 on average in Florida, Michigan, and New York.

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

Since prices can be so different, the best way to find out your exact price is to get quotes and see how they stack up. Every auto insurance company uses a different method to calculate prices, so rate quotes may be quite different between companies.

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 Buy the Best Tesla Roadster Insurance

Getting lower rates on auto insurance consists of being a safe and courteous driver, having a good credit score, avoid buying unnecessary coverage, and qualifying for all possible discounts. Take the time to comparison shop at every other renewal by getting quotes from direct companies like GEICO, Progressive, and Esurance, and also from local exclusive and independent agents.

Below is a brief recap of the concepts that were touched on in the above illustrations.

  • Drivers who tend to receive serious violations may pay on average $1,640 more every year for auto insurance
  • Teenage drivers are the costliest to insure, costing up to $444 a month if comprehensive and collision insurance is included
  • You may be able to save up to $170 per year simply by quoting early and online
  • Increasing physical damage deductibles could save up to $525 each year
  • You may be able to save up to $170 per year simply by quoting early and online

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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