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Estimated insurance prices for a Tesla Roadster are $1,414 every 12 months for full coverage insurance. Comprehensive insurance costs around $296, collision insurance costs $486, and liability insurance is estimated at $474. A liability-only policy costs approximately $522 a year, and high-risk insurance costs $3,054 or more. Teens pay the most at up to $5,332 a year.

Average premium for full coverage: $1,414

Premium estimates for type of coverage:

Comprehensive $296
Collision $486
Liability $474

Price estimates include $500 physical damage insurance deductibles, split liability limits of 30/60, and includes uninsured/under-insured motorist coverage. Rates include averaging for all 50 states and for different Roadster trim levels.

Insurance Price Range by Risk and Coverage

For an average driver, insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster range from the cheapest price of $522 for your basic liability-only policy to a much higher rate of $3,054 for coverage for higher-risk drivers.

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

Insurance Price Range by Location

Living in a larger city has a significant impact on car insurance rates. Areas with sparse population are statistically proven to have more infrequent physical damage claims than cities with more traffic congestion. The price range example below illustrates the effect of geographic area on auto insurance rates.

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

These rate differences illustrate why anyone shopping for car insurance should get quotes for a specific zip code and their own driving history, rather than relying on averaged prices.

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More Rate Information

The chart below illustrates average Tesla Roadster insurance rates for additional coverage choices and driver risks.

  • The cheapest rate after discounts is $818
  • Choosing higher $1,000 deductibles can save about $178 each year
  • The average price for a 40-year-old good driver using $500 deductibles is $1,414
  • Selecting more expensive low deductibles for comp and collision coverage costs an extra $342 a year
  • High-risk insureds with serious driving violations could pay at least $3,054
  • An auto insurance policy to insure a teen driver with full coverage can be $5,332 each year

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

Auto insurance prices for a Tesla Roadster also have a wide range based on physical damage deductibles and liability limits, your risk profile, and the trim level and model year.

Choosing higher comprehensive and collision insurance deductibles can save as much as $520 each year, while increasing your policy's liability limits will increase prices. Switching from a 50/100 liability limit to a 250/500 limit will cost up to $426 extra every year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

An older driver with a good driving record and higher deductibles could pay as little as $1,300 annually on average, or $108 per month, for full coverage. Prices are much higher for drivers in their teens, since even excellent drivers will have to pay as much as $5,300 a year. View Rates by Age

If you have a few violations or you were responsible for an accident, you are probably paying at least $1,700 to $2,300 in extra premium annually, depending on your age. High-risk driver insurance ranges anywhere from 43% to 134% more than the average policy. View High Risk Driver Rates

Where you choose to 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 have to pay at least $1,910 on average in Michigan, New York, 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 Shop for Cheaper Tesla Roadster Insurance

Finding better rates on Tesla Roadster insurance takes being a low-risk driver, having a good credit score, paying for small claims out-of-pocket, and possibly raising deductibles. Take the time to compare rates at least once a year by obtaining price quotes from direct insurance companies, and also from your local independent and exclusive agents.

The items below are a condensed summary of the primary concepts that were covered in the above illustrations.

  • It is possible to save up to $170 per year just by shopping early and online
  • High-risk drivers with multiple at-fault accidents may pay on average $1,640 more every year to insure their Roadster
  • Increasing policy deductibles could save as much as $525 each year
  • Teen drivers are expensive to insure, with premiums being up to $444 per month if comprehensive and collision insurance is included

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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