Tesla Roadster Insurance Rates
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The average insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster are $1,414 a year for full coverage. Comprehensive insurance costs approximately $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. 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:
Price estimates include $500 policy deductibles, liability limits of 30/60, and includes medical and uninsured motorist coverage. Prices are averaged for all states and for all Roadster models.
Price Range Variability
For a driver in their 40's, Tesla Roadster insurance rates go from as low as $522 for just liability coverage to the much higher price of $3,054 for a driver that may need high-risk insurance.
Urban vs. Rural Price Range
Your location can make a big difference on car insurance rates. Rural locations are shown to have a lower frequency of accident claims than larger metro areas.
The example below illustrates how location helps determine auto insurance prices.
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Detailed Rate Analysis
The chart below shows 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 $178 a year
- The average rate for a good driver age 40 who chooses $500 deductibles is $1,414
- Choosing pricier low deductibles for comprehensive and collision insurance will cost an extra $342 annually
- 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 for full coverage can cost $5,332 a year
Car insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster also range considerably based on your risk profile, the trim level of your Roadster, and physical damage deductibles and liability limits.
A more mature driver with no driving violations 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 be charged 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 $930 a year in states like Iowa, Maine, and Idaho, or as much as $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% |
Choosing high deductibles could save up to $520 annually, whereas buying more liability protection will push rates upward. Going from a 50/100 limit to a 250/500 limit will raise rates by up to $426 extra every 12 months. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit
If you have a few points on your driving record or tend to cause accidents, you could be paying anywhere from $1,700 to $2,300 extra every year, depending on your age. Tesla Roadster insurance for high-risk drivers can cost from 43% to 134% more than average. View High Risk Driver Rates
Because rates have so much variability, the only way to know who has the cheapest car insurance rates is to regularly compare rates from multiple companies. Every company uses a different rate calculation, so rate quotes 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 Cheaper Tesla Roadster Insurance
Finding cheaper rates on insurance for a Tesla Roadster not only requires being a good driver, but also having above-average credit, avoid buying unnecessary coverage, and avoiding coverage lapses. Invest time comparing rates once a year by getting rate quotes from direct carriers like GEICO, Progressive, and Esurance, and also from local exclusive and independent agents.
The following list is a condensed summary of the data that was covered in the charts and tables above.
- Drivers can save around $170 per year simply by quoting online well ahead of the renewal date
- Insureds who purchase an increased level of liability coverage will pay about $520 each year to go from a 30/60 limit to 250/500 limits
- Drivers age 16 to 20 pay the highest auto insurance rates, costing up to $444 each month if full coverage is included
- Drivers considered higher risk with multiple at-fault accidents may pay on average $1,640 more per year than a safer driver
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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