Tesla Roadster Insurance Rates
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Average auto insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster are $1,414 annually for full coverage. Comprehensive insurance costs an estimated $296, collision costs $486, and liability costs $474. A liability-only policy costs as little as $522 a year, with high-risk insurance costing $3,054 or more. 16-year-old drivers receive the highest rates at $5,332 a year or more.
Average premium for full coverage: $1,414
Rate estimates broken down by individual coverage type:
Price estimates include $500 comprehensive and collision deductibles, liability coverage up to 30/60, and includes medical and UM/UIM coverage. Rates are averaged for all states and for different Roadster trim levels.
Price Range by Coverage and Risk
For the normal driver, prices range go from as cheap as $522 for just liability insurance to a much higher rate of $3,054 for a high-risk driver policy.
Price Range by Location
Your location can make a big difference on insurance rates. More rural locations tend to have fewer accident claims than congested cities.
The price range example below illustrates how geographic area affects insurance prices.
These examples show why anyone shopping for car insurance should compare rates for a targeted area and their own personal driving habits, instead of making a decision based on rate averages.
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More Rate Details
The chart below shows estimated Tesla Roadster insurance rates for other coverage scenarios.
- The best full coverage rate is $818
- Drivers who choose higher $1,000 deductibles will pay approximately $178 a year
- The estimated rate for a 40-year-old driver who has $500 deductibles is $1,414
- Buying more expensive low deductibles for comprehensive and collision insurance costs an additional $342 annually
- Drivers with multiple tickets or accidents could pay up to $3,054 or more
- The cost with full coverage for a 16-year-old driver with full coverage can cost as much as $5,332 a year
Insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster can also vary considerably based on the trim level of your Roadster, your driver profile, and liability limits and deductibles.
An older driver with a clean driving record and high physical damage deductibles may pay as low as $1,300 per year on average for full coverage. Rates are highest for teen 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 like to drive fast or you caused a few accidents, you could be paying $1,700 to $2,300 extra per year, depending on your age. High-risk driver insurance can cost from 43% to 134% more than the average rate. View High Risk Driver Rates
Opting for high physical damage deductibles could save up to $520 annually, while increasing your policy's liability limits will increase premiums. Going from a 50/100 bodily injury limit to a 250/500 limit will cost as much as $426 more per year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit
Where you live makes a big difference in Tesla Roadster insurance prices. A 40-year-old driver could pay as low as $930 a year in states like Iowa, Maine, and Idaho, or at least $2,020 on average in New York, Louisiana, 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% |
With so much variability in rates, the only way to know which company is cheapest is to compare rates from multiple companies. Every company utilizes a different rate formula, so the rates can be significantly different between companies.
| 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 Cheaper Tesla Roadster Insurance
Saving money on insurance for a Tesla Roadster not only requires avoiding accidents and violations, but also having a good credit history, eliminating unneeded coverage, and taking advantage of discounts. Invest the time to compare rates every time your policy renews by getting quotes from direct carriers like Progressive and GEICO, and also from local exclusive and independent agents.
The list below is a condensed summary of the information presented in the illustrations above.
- Drivers can save approximately $170 per year simply by shopping early and online
- Teenagers are charged the highest rates, costing as high as $444 per month including comprehensive and collision insurance
- Increasing deductibles could save up to $525 each year
- Drivers considered higher risk with multiple at-fault accidents may pay on average $1,640 more annually for car insurance
- Insureds who want higher liability limits will pay around $520 each year to go from a minimum limit to higher 250/500 limits
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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