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Average insurance rates for a Nissan Leaf are $1,234 a year including full coverage. Comprehensive insurance costs an estimated $228 a year, collision insurance costs $374, and liability is estimated at $474. A policy with just liability insurance costs approximately $522 a year, and coverage for high-risk drivers costs $2,668 or more. 16-year-old drivers receive the highest rates at up to $4,788 a year.

Average premium for full coverage: $1,234

Rate estimates broken down by individual coverage type:

Comprehensive $228
Collision $374
Liability $474

Full coverage includes $500 comprehensive and collision deductibles, 30/60 bodily injury liability limits, and includes medical and uninsured motorist coverage. Rates are averaged for all 50 U.S. states and Leaf trim levels.

Price Range by Coverage and Risk

Using a middle-aged driver as an example, prices range range from as low as $522 for just liability coverage to a high of $2,668 for a driver who requires high-risk insurance.

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

Price Range by Location

Living in a larger city can have significant affects on the price of auto insurance. More rural locations tend to have a lower frequency of comprehensive and collision claims than congested cities. The diagram below illustrates how where you live affects insurance prices.

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

These examples highlight why it is important to get quotes for a targeted area and risk profile, instead of using rate averages.

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Detailed Rate Analysis

The chart below breaks down average Nissan Leaf insurance rates for other coverage scenarios.

  • The best full coverage rate is $725
  • Choosing higher $1,000 deductibles can save approximately $1,096 every year
  • The average rate for a 40-year-old driver who has $500 deductibles is $1,234
  • Buying low $100 deductibles for comp and collision coverage will cost an extra $262 every year
  • Unlucky drivers with multiple tickets or accidents could pay up to $2,668
  • The cost for full coverage for a teen driver can cost as much as $4,788 each year

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

Insurance rates for a Nissan Leaf can also vary considerably based on your driver profile, the model of your Leaf, and liability limits and deductibles.

Older drivers with no violations or accidents and high deductibles may pay as little as $1,200 annually on average for full coverage. Rates are highest for teen drivers, where even good drivers should be prepared to pay at least $4,700 a year. View Rates by Age

Where you live plays a big part in determining prices for Nissan Leaf insurance prices. A good driver about age 40 could pay as low as $950 a year in states like Vermont, New Hampshire, and Missouri, or at least $1,760 on average in Louisiana, New York, 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

Opting for high physical damage deductibles can save as much as $400 every year, while buying higher liability limits will increase premiums. Changing from a 50/100 limit to a 250/500 limit will cost as much as $426 more each year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

If you like to drive fast or tend to cause accidents, you are likely paying $1,500 to $2,100 additional per year, depending on your age. A high-risk auto insurance policy ranges as much as 44% to 136% more than the average rate. View High Risk Driver Rates

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 Find More Affordable Nissan Leaf Insurance

Saving money on car insurance takes avoiding accidents and violations, having a good credit history, not filing small claims, and possibly raising deductibles. Take the time to comparison shop at every other renewal by requesting rates from direct car insurance companies like GEICO and Progressive, and also from your local independent and exclusive agents.

The list below is a summary of the concepts that were touched on in the above illustrations.

  • Higher risk drivers who have multiple accidents or major violations may pay on average $1,430 more annually for car insurance
  • Teenagers are expensive to insure, as much as $399 per month including comprehensive and collision insurance
  • You may be able to save approximately $140 per year just by quoting early and online
  • Increasing deductibles can save around $400 each year
  • You may be able to save approximately $140 per year just by quoting early and online

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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