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The average insurance prices for a Nissan Leaf are $1,234 every 12 months for full coverage. Comprehensive costs approximately $228 a year, collision costs $374, and liability costs around $474. Liability-only insurance costs as low as $522 a year, with high-risk driver insurance costing around $2,668. 16-year-old drivers cost the most to insure at $4,788 a year or more.

Average premium for full coverage: $1,234

Policy rates by type of insurance:

Comprehensive $228
Collision $374
Liability $474

Prices are based on $500 comprehensive and collision deductibles, liability limits of 30/60, and includes medical/PIP and uninsured motorist coverage. Prices are averaged for all states and Leaf trim levels.

Price Range Variability

For a driver around age 40, Nissan Leaf insurance rates go from the cheapest price of $522 for liability-only coverage to a high of $2,668 for a driver that may need high-risk insurance.

Liability Only $522
Full Coverage $1,234
High Risk $2,668

Urban vs. Rural Price Range

Where you live can make a big difference on car insurance rates. Rural locations are shown to have more infrequent accident claims than congested cities.

The diagram below illustrates the difference between rural and urban areas on auto insurance prices.

Rural Areas $926
Small Cities $1,296
Large Cities $1,666

The examples above show why it is important to compare prices using their specific location and their own driving history, instead of making a decision based on rate averages.

Use the form below to get customized rates for your location.

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Additional Charts and Tables

The chart below shows estimated Nissan Leaf insurance rates for additional coverage and risk scenarios.

  • The best full coverage rate is $725
  • Using higher $1,000 deductibles will save $1,096 a year
  • The average price for a good driver age 40 who chooses $500 deductibles is $1,234
  • Buying low $100 deductibles for physical damage coverage increases the price to $1,496
  • High-risk insureds with multiple tickets or accidents could pay around $2,668 or more
  • Policy cost to insure a 16-year-old driver can cost $4,788 or more

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Nissan Leaf insurance cost comparison chart
Column chart showing full coverage Nissan Leaf insurance rates range from $725 to $4,788

Auto insurance rates for a Nissan Leaf also range considerably based on liability limits and deductibles, your driver profile, and the model of your Leaf.

Opting for high physical damage deductibles could cut rates by as much as $400 annually, while buying higher liability limits will push rates upward. Going from a 50/100 liability limit to a 250/500 limit will raise rates by up to $426 extra every year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

Older drivers with a good driving record and higher deductibles may pay as low as $1,200 a year, or $100 per month, for full coverage. Rates are highest for teenagers, since even excellent drivers will have to pay in the ballpark of $4,700 a year. View Rates by Age

If you have a few points on your driving record or you were responsible for an accident, you could be paying anywhere from $1,500 to $2,100 in extra premium every year, depending on your age. A high-risk auto insurance policy can be from 44% to 136% more than the average rate. View High Risk Driver Rates

Your home state has a huge impact on Nissan Leaf insurance prices. A driver around age 40 might see rates as low as $810 a year in states like Iowa, Maine, and Idaho, or at least $1,760 on average in New York, Louisiana, and Michigan.

Nissan Leaf Insurance Rates by State
State Premium Compared to U.S. Avg Percent Difference
Alabama $1,116 -$118 -9.6%
Alaska $944 -$290 -23.5%
Arizona $1,022 -$212 -17.2%
Arkansas $1,234 -$0 0.0%
California $1,406 $172 13.9%
Colorado $1,178 -$56 -4.5%
Connecticut $1,268 $34 2.8%
Delaware $1,396 $162 13.1%
Florida $1,542 $308 25.0%
Georgia $1,136 -$98 -7.9%
Hawaii $886 -$348 -28.2%
Idaho $832 -$402 -32.6%
Illinois $918 -$316 -25.6%
Indiana $928 -$306 -24.8%
Iowa $832 -$402 -32.6%
Kansas $1,172 -$62 -5.0%
Kentucky $1,680 $446 36.1%
Louisiana $1,824 $590 47.8%
Maine $760 -$474 -38.4%
Maryland $1,016 -$218 -17.7%
Massachusetts $986 -$248 -20.1%
Michigan $2,142 $908 73.6%
Minnesota $1,030 -$204 -16.5%
Mississippi $1,474 $240 19.4%
Missouri $1,094 -$140 -11.3%
Montana $1,322 $88 7.1%
Nebraska $972 -$262 -21.2%
Nevada $1,480 $246 19.9%
New Hampshire $886 -$348 -28.2%
New Jersey $1,376 $142 11.5%
New Mexico $1,092 -$142 -11.5%
New York $1,298 $64 5.2%
North Carolina $710 -$524 -42.5%
North Dakota $1,010 -$224 -18.2%
Ohio $852 -$382 -31.0%
Oklahoma $1,266 $32 2.6%
Oregon $1,128 -$106 -8.6%
Pennsylvania $1,178 -$56 -4.5%
Rhode Island $1,644 $410 33.2%
South Carolina $1,116 -$118 -9.6%
South Dakota $1,040 -$194 -15.7%
Tennessee $1,080 -$154 -12.5%
Texas $1,486 $252 20.4%
Utah $912 -$322 -26.1%
Vermont $844 -$390 -31.6%
Virginia $738 -$496 -40.2%
Washington $954 -$280 -22.7%
West Virginia $1,128 -$106 -8.6%
Wisconsin $854 -$380 -30.8%
Wyoming $1,098 -$136 -11.0%

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Nissan Leaf insurance rates by U.S. city

Because rates have so much variability, the only way to know who has the cheapest car insurance rates is to get quotes from multiple companies. Each insurance company utilizes a different rate formula, and quoted rates will be varied.

Nissan Leaf Insurance Rates by Model Year
Model Year Comprehensive Collision Liability Total Premium
2024 Nissan Leaf $332 $656 $398 $1,544
2023 Nissan Leaf $320 $640 $416 $1,534
2022 Nissan Leaf $310 $612 $430 $1,510
2021 Nissan Leaf $292 $592 $442 $1,484
2020 Nissan Leaf $282 $548 $452 $1,440
2019 Nissan Leaf $270 $516 $456 $1,400
2018 Nissan Leaf $258 $464 $460 $1,340
2017 Nissan Leaf $242 $426 $460 $1,286
2015 Nissan Leaf $228 $374 $474 $1,234
2014 Nissan Leaf $210 $346 $474 $1,188
2013 Nissan Leaf $206 $314 $478 $1,156
2012 Nissan Leaf $192 $288 $474 $1,112
2011 Nissan Leaf $180 $262 $474 $1,074

Rates are averaged for all Nissan Leaf 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 Affordable Nissan Leaf Insurance

Finding cheaper rates on insurance for a Nissan Leaf requires avoiding accidents and violations, having a good credit score, avoid buying unnecessary coverage, and not having any coverage lapses. Set aside time to compare rates once a year by obtaining price quotes from direct carriers, and also from your local independent and exclusive agents.

The list below is a brief review of the data that was covered above.

  • Drivers can save around $140 per year simply by quoting early and online
  • Insureds who purchase higher liability limits will pay around $520 each year to increase from a 30/60 limit to a 250/500 level
  • Teenagers have the highest car insurance rates, costing up to $399 each month if comprehensive and collision insurance is included
  • Drivers considered higher risk with DUI or reckless driving convictions may pay on average $1,430 more per year for car insurance

Rates by Driver Age

Nissan Leaf Insurance Rates by Driver Age
Driver Age Premium
16 $4,788
20 $2,836
30 $1,270
40 $1,234
50 $1,128
60 $1,106

Full coverage, $500 deductibles

Rates by Deductible

Nissan Leaf Insurance Rates with Different Deductibles
Deductible Premium
$100 $1,496
$250 $1,374
$500 $1,234
$1,000 $1,096

Full coverage, driver age 40

Rates by Liability Limit

Nissan Leaf Insurance Rates with Different Liability Limits
Liability Limit Premium
30/60 $1,234
50/100 $1,329
100/300 $1,447
250/500 $1,755
100 CSL $1,376
300 CSL $1,637
500 CSL $1,827

Full coverage, driver age 40

Rates for High Risk Drivers

Nissan Leaf Insurance Rates for High Risk Drivers
Age Premium
16 $6,794
20 $4,524
30 $2,706
40 $2,668
50 $2,548
60 $2,524

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 $171

Potential Rate Discounts

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

Discount Savings
Multi-policy $65
Multi-vehicle $66
Homeowner $20
5-yr Accident Free $84
5-yr Claim Free $79
Paid in Full/EFT $51
Advance Quote $58
Online Quote $86
Total Discounts $509
Rate after discounts $725

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

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