Tesla Roadster Insurance Rates

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UPDATED: Mar 29, 2024

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Average auto insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster are $1,558 annually for full coverage insurance. Comprehensive costs around $336, collision insurance costs $586, and liability costs around $478. A policy with just liability insurance costs as low as $526 a year, and coverage for high-risk drivers costs around $3,376. Teens receive the highest rates at up to $5,800 a year.

Average premium for full coverage: $1,558

Rate estimates for individual coverage type:

Comprehensive $336
Collision $586
Liability $478

These estimates include $500 physical damage deductibles, 30/60 bodily injury liability limits, and includes both medical and UM/UIM coverage. Rates are averaged for all 50 states and for different Roadster trim levels.

Price Range by Coverage and Risk

For the average driver, prices range range from as cheap as $526 for basic liability insurance to a much higher rate of $3,376 for a driver who requires high-risk insurance.

Liability Only $526
Full Coverage $1,558
High Risk $3,376

Price Range by Location

Where you live can make a big difference on car insurance rates. Areas with sparse population tend to have fewer physical damage claims than cities with more traffic congestion. The price range example below illustrates how location impacts auto insurance rates.

Rural Areas $1,169
Small Cities $1,636
Large Cities $2,103

These examples illustrate why anyone shopping for car insurance should compare prices for a specific zip code and their own personal driving habits, instead of making a decision based on averaged prices.

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Rate Comparisons

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

  • The cheapest rate after discounts is $889
  • Using higher $1,000 deductibles will save about $210 each year
  • The estimated rate for a 40-year-old driver using $500 deductibles is $1,558
  • Selecting more expensive low deductibles for physical damage coverage will cost $1,964
  • High-risk insureds with serious driving violations could pay at least $3,376
  • The cost with full coverage for a 16-year-old driver with full coverage can be $5,800 or more

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Tesla Roadster insurance cost comparison chart
Column chart showing Tesla Roadster insurance rates range from $889 to $5,800 for full coverage

Insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster can also vary considerably based on the trim level of your Roadster, your risk profile, and deductibles and policy limits.

An older driver with no violations or accidents and high physical damage deductibles may pay as low as $1,400 a year for full coverage. Rates are much higher for teen drivers, where even without any violations or accidents they should be prepared to pay as much as $5,800 a year. View Rates by Age

If you like to drive fast or you caused a few accidents, you are probably paying at least $1,800 to $2,500 additional per year, depending on your age. High-risk driver insurance can be from 43% to 129% more than the average policy. View High Risk Driver Rates

Choosing higher comprehensive and collision insurance deductibles could cut rates by as much as $620 annually, while increasing your policy's liability limits will increase rates. Switching from a 50/100 bodily injury limit to a 250/500 limit will cost as much as $430 more each year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

Where you live has a huge impact on Tesla Roadster insurance prices. A driver around age 40 might see rates as low as $1,020 a year in states like Vermont, Wisconsin, and North Carolina, or have to pay at least $2,100 on average in Michigan, New York, and Florida.

Tesla Roadster Insurance Rates by State
State Premium Compared to U.S. Avg Percent Difference
Alabama $1,408 -$150 -9.6%
Alaska $1,194 -$364 -23.4%
Arizona $1,294 -$264 -16.9%
Arkansas $1,558 -$0 0.0%
California $1,776 $218 14.0%
Colorado $1,488 -$70 -4.5%
Connecticut $1,602 $44 2.8%
Delaware $1,764 $206 13.2%
Florida $1,950 $392 25.2%
Georgia $1,438 -$120 -7.7%
Hawaii $1,118 -$440 -28.2%
Idaho $1,054 -$504 -32.3%
Illinois $1,162 -$396 -25.4%
Indiana $1,174 -$384 -24.6%
Iowa $1,052 -$506 -32.5%
Kansas $1,482 -$76 -4.9%
Kentucky $2,126 $568 36.5%
Louisiana $2,304 $746 47.9%
Maine $960 -$598 -38.4%
Maryland $1,284 -$274 -17.6%
Massachusetts $1,248 -$310 -19.9%
Michigan $2,708 $1,150 73.8%
Minnesota $1,304 -$254 -16.3%
Mississippi $1,866 $308 19.8%
Missouri $1,384 -$174 -11.2%
Montana $1,674 $116 7.4%
Nebraska $1,230 -$328 -21.1%
Nevada $1,868 $310 19.9%
New Hampshire $1,122 -$436 -28.0%
New Jersey $1,742 $184 11.8%
New Mexico $1,378 -$180 -11.6%
New York $1,640 $82 5.3%
North Carolina $896 -$662 -42.5%
North Dakota $1,274 -$284 -18.2%
Ohio $1,076 -$482 -30.9%
Oklahoma $1,600 $42 2.7%
Oregon $1,426 -$132 -8.5%
Pennsylvania $1,488 -$70 -4.5%
Rhode Island $2,078 $520 33.4%
South Carolina $1,412 -$146 -9.4%
South Dakota $1,314 -$244 -15.7%
Tennessee $1,364 -$194 -12.5%
Texas $1,878 $320 20.5%
Utah $1,156 -$402 -25.8%
Vermont $1,066 -$492 -31.6%
Virginia $932 -$626 -40.2%
Washington $1,204 -$354 -22.7%
West Virginia $1,426 -$132 -8.5%
Wisconsin $1,078 -$480 -30.8%
Wyoming $1,390 -$168 -10.8%

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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 $336 $586 $478 $1,558
2010 Tesla Roadster $314 $536 $474 $1,482
2008 Tesla Roadster $286 $436 $468 $1,348

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 Cheap Tesla Roadster Insurance

Saving money on insurance for a Tesla Roadster requires being a safe and courteous driver, having good credit, avoid buying unnecessary coverage, and deciding if full coverage is necessary. Spend time shopping around at every other renewal by getting quotes from direct insurance companies like Progressive and GEICO, and also from several local insurance agents.

Below is a brief summary of the concepts that were touched on above.

  • Drivers considered higher risk that tend to have accidents or serious violations pay on average $1,820 more every year for auto insurance
  • Teenage drivers are charged the highest rates, costing up to $483 per month if they have full coverage
  • It is possible to save up to $190 per year just by shopping early and online
  • Increasing deductibles could save up to $625 each year
  • It is possible to save up to $190 per year just by shopping early and online

Rates by Driver Age

Tesla Roadster Insurance Rates by Driver Age
Driver Age Premium
16 $5,800
20 $3,584
30 $1,624
40 $1,558
50 $1,422
60 $1,394

Full coverage, $500 deductibles

Rates by Deductible

Tesla Roadster Insurance Rates with Different Deductibles
Deductible Premium
$100 $1,964
$250 $1,776
$500 $1,558
$1,000 $1,348

Full coverage, driver age 40

Rates by Liability Limit

Tesla Roadster Insurance Rates with Different Liability Limits
Liability Limit Premium
30/60 $1,558
50/100 $1,654
100/300 $1,773
250/500 $2,084
100 CSL $1,701
300 CSL $1,964
500 CSL $2,156

Full coverage, driver age 40

Rates for High Risk Drivers

Tesla Roadster Insurance Rates for High Risk Drivers
Age Premium
16 $8,294
20 $5,716
30 $3,452
40 $3,376
50 $3,224
60 $3,194

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 $219

Potential Rate Discounts

If you qualify for discounts, you may save the amounts shown below.

Discount Savings
Multi-policy $84
Multi-vehicle $83
Homeowner $24
5-yr Accident Free $115
5-yr Claim Free $102
Paid in Full/EFT $71
Advance Quote $78
Online Quote $112
Total Discounts $669
Rate after discounts $889

Discounts are estimated and may not be available from every company or in every state.

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