Tesla Roadster Insurance Rates
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Average auto insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster are $1,414 annually including full coverage. Comprehensive insurance costs around $296 a year, collision costs $486, and liability insurance costs $474. Buying just liability costs as little as $522 a year, with insurance for high-risk drivers costing $3,054 or more. Teens receive the highest rates at $5,332 a year or more.
Average premium for full coverage: $1,414
Rate estimates for individual coverage type:
Estimates include $500 policy deductibles, 30/60 liability limits, and includes both medical and UM/UIM coverage. Rates are averaged for all 50 U.S. states and Roadster trim levels.
Price Range by Coverage and Risk
For an average driver, prices range go from as cheap as $522 for basic liability insurance to a high of $3,054 for a driver required to buy high-risk insurance.
Price Range by Location
Your location has a significant impact on the price of insurance. Areas with sparse population tend to have fewer comprehensive and collision claims than cities with more traffic congestion.
The diagram below illustrates the effect of geographic area on auto insurance rates.
These examples highlight why it is important to compare rates for a specific zip code and their own personal driving habits, rather than relying on averaged prices.
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Rate Comparisons
The chart below breaks down estimated Tesla Roadster insurance rates for additional coverage choices and driver risks.
- The cheapest rate after discounts is $818
- Drivers who choose higher $1,000 deductibles will pay about $1,236 every year
- The estimated rate for a 40-year-old driver using $500 deductibles is $1,414
- Selecting low $100 deductibles for comprehensive and collision insurance costs an additional $342 a year
- High risk drivers with serious driving violations could pay at least $3,054 or more
- The cost with full coverage for a teen driver can be $5,332 a year
Auto insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster can also vary considerably based on the trim level of your Roadster, your driving characteristics, and deductibles and policy limits.
Older drivers with a good driving record and high physical damage deductibles could pay as little as $1,300 per year on average for full coverage. Rates are much higher for teen drivers, where even without any violations or accidents they will have to pay as much as $5,300 a year. View Rates by Age
If you like to drive fast or you caused a few accidents, you are likely paying at least $1,700 to $2,300 in extra premium per year, depending on your age. A high-risk auto insurance policy 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, while buying higher liability limits will increase rates. Changing from a 50/100 bodily injury limit to a 250/500 limit will cost as much as $426 extra every year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit
Where you live makes a big difference in Tesla Roadster insurance rates. A 40-year-old driver could pay as low as $1,080 a year in states like Missouri, New Hampshire, and Vermont, or have to pay at least $2,020 on average in Michigan, New York, and Louisiana.
| 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 best way to figure out your exact price is to get quotes from as many companies as possible. Every company calculates rates differently, and quoted 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 Low Cost Tesla Roadster Insurance
Saving money on Tesla Roadster insurance not only requires being safe and accident-free, but also having above-average credit, not filing small claims, and maximizing policy discounts. Take the time to compare rates at every policy renewal by requesting rates from direct car insurance companies like Progressive and GEICO, and also from your local independent and exclusive agents.
Below you'll find a review of the data covered in the above illustrations.
- Drivers who may need more liability protection will pay approximately $520 per year to go from a minimum limit to higher 250/500 limits
- You may be able to save up to $170 per year simply by quoting early and online
- Increasing deductibles could save up to $525 each year
- Youthful drivers are expensive to insure, as much as $444 per month if full coverage is included
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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