Tesla Roadster Insurance Rates
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Average insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster are $1,414 a year for full coverage insurance. Comprehensive costs around $296 a year, collision costs $486, and liability coverage is estimated at $474. A liability-only policy costs approximately $522 a year, with high-risk insurance costing around $3,054. Teenage drivers receive the highest rates at $5,332 a year or more.
Average premium for full coverage: $1,414
Rate estimates for individual coverage type:
Rate estimates include $500 deductible amounts, 30/60 split liability limits, and includes both medical and UM/UIM coverage. Rates are averaged for all 50 states and Roadster trim levels.
Price Range by Coverage and Risk
For the average driver, prices range go from as low as $522 for basic liability insurance to a high of $3,054 for a high-risk insurance policy.
Price Range by Location
Living in a larger city has a large influence on car insurance rates. Areas with sparse population tend to have a lower frequency of physical damage claims than densely populated cities.
The diagram below illustrates how location impacts auto insurance rates.
These examples illustrate why it is important to get quotes for a specific zip code and risk profile, rather than using average rates.
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Rate Comparisons
The chart below illustrates estimated Tesla Roadster insurance rates for additional coverage choices and driver risks.
- The best discount rate is $818
- Choosing higher $1,000 deductibles can save about $1,236 each year
- The average rate for a 40-year-old driver using $500 deductibles is $1,414
- Using low $100 deductibles for comp and collision coverage will increase the cost to $1,756
- Drivers who are prone to accidents and violations could pay at least $3,054 or more
- The cost for full coverage for a teenage driver can be $5,332 each year
Insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster can also vary considerably based on your driver profile, the model year and trim level, and deductibles and policy limits.
Older drivers with a clean driving record and high deductibles may only pay around $1,300 annually on average for full coverage. Rates are much higher for teen drivers, where even good drivers can expect to pay as much as $5,300 a year. View Rates by Age
Where you live plays a big part in determining prices for Tesla Roadster insurance rates. A good driver about age 40 could pay as low as $920 a year in states like Vermont, Wisconsin, and North Carolina, or be forced to pay as much as $1,910 on average in Michigan, New York, and Florida.
| 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% |

Using high physical damage deductibles can save as much as $520 a year, while buying higher liability limits will increase rates. Switching from a 50/100 limit to a 250/500 limit will cost as much as $426 more per year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit
If you like to drive fast or tend to cause accidents, you are probably paying at least $1,700 to $2,300 extra per year, depending on your age. A high-risk auto insurance policy ranges around 43% to 134% more than a normal policy. View High Risk Driver Rates
With so much variability in rates, the only way to figure out your exact price is to get quotes and see how they stack up. Each auto insurer uses a different method to calculate rates, so the rates can be significantly different 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 the Best Tesla Roadster Insurance
Saving money on auto insurance takes having a good driving record, maintaining good credit, avoid buying unnecessary coverage, and insuring your home and auto with the same company. Spend time shopping around at least every other year by getting rate quotes from direct insurance companies like GEICO and Progressive, and also from local exclusive and independent agents.
The next list is a brief recap of the car insurance concepts touched on above.
- Drivers who tend to receive serious violations may pay on average $1,640 more every year to buy Tesla Roadster insurance
- It is possible to save up to $170 per year simply by quoting early and online
- Increasing deductibles can save around $525 each year
- Consumers who may need increased levels of liability coverage will pay an extra $520 annually to raise limits from a minimum limit to 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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