Tesla Roadster Insurance Rates
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The average insurance prices for a Tesla Roadster are $1,414 every 12 months including full coverage. Comprehensive costs approximately $296, collision costs $486, and liability coverage costs $474. A liability-only policy costs as little as $522 a year, with high-risk insurance costing around $3,054. 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:
Rates are based on $500 policy deductibles, split liability limits of 30/60, and includes uninsured/under-insured motorist coverage. Prices are averaged for all 50 U.S. states and for different Roadster trim levels.
Price Range Variability
For a 40-year-old driver, Tesla Roadster insurance rates go 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.
Urban vs. Rural Price Range
Your location has a large influence on car insurance prices. Rural locations are shown to have more infrequent comprehensive and collision claims than larger metro areas.
The price range example below illustrates how your location can change auto insurance prices.
The examples above highlight why anyone shopping for car insurance should compare rates using their specific location and their own driving history, rather than using price averages.
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More Rate Information
The chart below breaks down 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 every year
- The average price for a good driver age 40 who chooses $500 deductibles is $1,414
- Choosing more expensive low deductibles for comprehensive and collision insurance increases the price to $1,756
- High-risk insureds with multiple violations and an at-fault accident could pay around $3,054 or more
- Policy cost to insure a teenage driver with full coverage can cost $5,332 a year
Car insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster also range considerably based on liability limits and deductibles, your driving characteristics, and the model of your Roadster.
Choosing high deductibles could save up to $520 a year, while increasing your policy's liability limits will push rates upward. Changing from a 50/100 liability limit to a 250/500 limit will raise rates by up to $426 extra every 12 months. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit
An older driver with no driving violations and higher deductibles may only pay around $1,300 per year on average, or $108 per month, for full coverage. Rates are highest for teenagers, since even excellent drivers will be charged in the ballpark of $5,300 a year. View Rates by Age
If you have a few points on your driving record or you were responsible for an accident, you are likely paying anywhere from $1,700 to $2,300 extra every year, depending on your age. High-risk driver insurance can cost around 43% to 134% more than average. View High Risk Driver Rates
Your home state 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 Vermont, New Hampshire, and Missouri, or as much as $2,020 on average in Louisiana, New York, 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% |
Because rates have so much variability, the best way to figure out who has the best auto insurance rates is to compare rates and see how they stack up. Every company uses a different rate calculation, so rate quotes will be varied.
| 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 the Best Cheap Tesla Roadster Insurance
Finding cheaper rates on auto insurance not only requires being a good driver, but also maintaining a good credit score, paying for small claims out-of-pocket, and avoiding coverage lapses. Invest the time to shop around at least once a year by getting rate quotes from direct car insurance companies, and also from your local car insurance providers.
The following list is a quick review of the primary concepts that were illustrated above.
- You may be able to save around $170 per year simply by shopping early and online
- Drivers with a DUI or reckless driving violation could be charged and average of $1,640 more per year than a safer driver
- Increasing comprehensive and collision deductibles could save as much as $525 each year
- Drivers age 16 to 20 pay the highest auto insurance rates, with premiums being up to $444 each month if the policy includes full coverage
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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