Tesla Roadster Insurance Rates
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Estimated insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster are $1,414 a year for full coverage insurance. Comprehensive costs on average $296 a year, collision costs $486, and liability costs $474. A policy with only liability insurance costs as little as $522 a year, with a high-risk policy costing around $3,054. Teen drivers pay the most at $5,332 a year or more.
Average premium for full coverage: $1,414
Premium estimates by type of coverage:
Full coverage includes $500 physical damage deductibles, 30/60 bodily injury liability limits, and includes additional medical/uninsured motorist coverage. Rates include averaging for all 50 states and Roadster trim levels.
Insurance Price Range by Risk and Coverage
Using a 40-year-old driver as an example, insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster go from as low as $522 for just the minimum liability insurance to a high of $3,054 for a driver who requires high-risk insurance.
Insurance Price Range by Location
Your location can make a big difference on insurance rates. Rural areas are statistically proven to have a lower frequency of physical damage claims than larger metro areas.
The diagram below illustrates how rural and urban location affects car insurance rates.
These rate differences illustrate why it is important to compare rates based on a specific location and risk profile, instead of making a decision based on price averages.
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Additional Rate Analysis
The chart below illustrates estimated Tesla Roadster insurance rates for different risk profiles and scenarios.
- The lowest rate with discounts is $818
- Drivers who choose higher $1,000 deductibles will pay around $1,236 each year
- The average rate for a 40-year-old good driver with $500 deductibles is $1,414
- Choosing low $100 deductibles for comprehensive and collision insurance will increase the cost to $1,756
- Drivers with multiple violations and an at-fault accident could pay upwards of $3,054 or more
- An auto insurance policy for full coverage for a 16-year-old driver may cost $5,332 a year
Car insurance prices for a Tesla Roadster also have a wide range based on your driving characteristics, the model year and trim level, and policy deductibles and limits.
Older drivers 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. Prices are highest for drivers in their teens, where even good drivers will be charged upwards of $5,300 a year. View Rates by Age
Where you choose to live makes a big difference in Tesla Roadster insurance prices. A 40-year-old driver could pay as low as $920 a year in states like Vermont, Wisconsin, and North Carolina, or 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% |
Choosing high deductibles could save up to $520 annually, while buying higher liability limits will cost you more. Switching from a 50/100 limit to a 250/500 limit will cost up to $426 extra every 12 months. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit
If you have a few violations or tend to cause accidents, you are probably paying at a minimum $1,700 to $2,300 extra annually, depending on your age. A high-risk auto insurance policy can cost from 43% to 134% more than average. View High Risk Driver Rates
With such a large range in prices, the only way to figure out exactly what you will pay is to get quotes from multiple companies. Every company uses a different rate calculation, so rate quotes will be substantially 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 More Affordable Tesla Roadster Insurance
Finding better rates on insurance for a Tesla Roadster not only requires being a safe and courteous driver, but also having above-average credit, paying for small claims out-of-pocket, and maximizing policy discounts. Set aside time to shop around at every other renewal by requesting rates from direct insurance companies like Progressive, GEICO, and Esurance, and also from local independent and exclusive agents.
Below is a summary of the concepts that were raised in the charts and tables above.
- Drivers considered higher risk who have multiple accidents or major violations pay an average of $1,640 more each year for auto insurance
- Teenage drivers are expensive to insure, with premiums being up to $444 per month if full coverage is included
- It is possible to save as much as $170 per year simply by quoting early and online
- Increasing policy deductibles can save around $525 each year
- It is possible to save as much as $170 per year simply by quoting early and online
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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