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U.S. average auto insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster are $1,414 annually with full coverage. Comprehensive costs an estimated $296, collision insurance costs $486, and liability insurance costs $474. A policy with just liability insurance costs as little as $522 a year, and coverage for high-risk drivers costs around $3,054. Teens pay the highest rates at up to $5,332 a year.

Average premium for full coverage: $1,414

Price estimates broken down by individual coverage:

Comprehensive $296
Collision $486
Liability $474

Prices are based on $500 comprehensive and collision deductibles, bodily injury liability limits of 30/60, and includes medical and UM/UIM coverage. Estimates are averaged for all U.S. states and for all Roadster models.

Price Range from Low to High

For the average 40-year-old driver, Tesla Roadster insurance prices range from as cheap as $522 for just liability insurance to the much higher price of $3,054 for a driver who has had serious violations or accidents.

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

Geographic Price Range

Your location has a significant impact on car insurance rates. More rural locations have fewer collision claims than cities with more traffic congestion. The example below illustrates the difference location can make on insurance prices.

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

The ranges above demonstrate why everyone should compare rates for a targeted area and their own personal driving habits, rather than relying on averaged prices.

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

Enter your zip code below to view companies based on your location that have cheap auto insurance rates.

More Rate Details

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

  • The cheapest rate after discounts is $818
  • Drivers who choose higher $1,000 deductibles will pay approximately $178 annually
  • The estimated rate for the average middle-age driver who has $500 deductibles is $1,414
  • Selecting pricier low deductibles for comprehensive and collision insurance will cost $1,756
  • High risk drivers with serious driving violations could pay up to $3,054
  • The price with full coverage for a teen driver for full coverage can cost as much as $5,332 a 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

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

A more mature driver with a clean driving record and high physical damage deductibles could pay as little as $1,300 per year on average for full coverage. Prices are much higher for teenage drivers, where even without any violations or accidents they can expect to pay at least $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 $1,700 to $2,300 extra each year, depending on your age. Tesla Roadster insurance for high-risk drivers can cost anywhere from 43% to 134% more than the average policy. View High Risk Driver Rates

Choosing higher comprehensive and collision insurance deductibles could save up to $520 each year, whereas buying more liability protection will increase premiums. Moving from a 50/100 bodily injury limit to a 250/500 limit will increase prices by as much as $426 more per year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

The state you live in makes a big difference in Tesla Roadster insurance rates. A 40-year-old driver could pay as low as $1,020 a year in states like Utah, Ohio, and New Hampshire, or have to pay at least $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
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 Affordable Tesla Roadster Insurance

Getting lower rates on Tesla Roadster insurance not only requires avoiding accidents and violations, but also having a good credit history, avoid buying unnecessary coverage, and deciding if full coverage is necessary. Make time to compare rates every other policy renewal by obtaining price quotes from direct companies like GEICO, Progressive, and Esurance, and also from several local insurance agents.

The list below is a brief review of the ideas that were touched on in this article.

  • Teenagers are charged the highest prices, costing up to $444 a month including comprehensive and collision insurance
  • High-risk drivers with DUI or reckless driving convictions pay on average $1,640 more annually for car insurance
  • Increasing physical damage deductibles could save up to $525 each year
  • You may be able to save approximately $170 per year just by quoting online well ahead of the renewal date

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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