Nissan Leaf Insurance Rates
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Average auto insurance rates for a Nissan Leaf are $1,234 annually including full coverage. Comprehensive insurance costs an estimated $228, collision costs $374, and liability coverage is $474. Liability-only coverage costs around $522 a year, with high-risk coverage costing $2,668 or more. Teens receive the highest rates at $4,788 a year or more.
Average premium for full coverage: $1,234
Rate estimates broken down by individual coverage type:
Full coverage includes $500 deductible amounts, liability coverage up to 30/60, and includes uninsured motorist and medical coverage. Rates are averaged for all 50 U.S. states and for all Leaf models.
Price Range by Coverage and Risk
For a 40-year-old driver, prices range go from as cheap as $522 for the bare minimum liability coverage to the much higher price of $2,668 for a high-risk driver policy.
Price Range by Location
Choosing to live in a large city has a large influence on the price of auto insurance. More rural locations tend to have fewer comprehensive and collision claims than cities with more traffic congestion.
The example below illustrates how your location can change insurance prices.
These examples highlight why everyone should compare rates quotes for a targeted area and their own personal driving habits, rather than using averaged prices.
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Additional Rate Information
The chart below breaks down estimated Nissan Leaf insurance rates for other coverage scenarios.
- The cheapest rate after discounts is $725
- Raising to $1,000 deductibles will save approximately $138 every year
- The estimated rate for a 40-year-old driver who has $500 deductibles is $1,234
- Selecting pricier low deductibles costs an additional $262 each year
- Unlucky drivers with serious driving violations could pay up to $2,668 or more
- The cost with full coverage for a teenage driver for full coverage can cost as much as $4,788
Car insurance rates for a Nissan Leaf can also vary considerably based on the trim level of your Leaf, your driving characteristics, and liability limits and deductibles.
A more mature driver with no driving violations and high physical damage deductibles may only pay around $1,200 every 12 months on average for full coverage. Rates are much higher for teen drivers, where even without any violations or accidents they will be charged at least $4,700 a year. View Rates by Age
If you like to drive fast or you caused a few accidents, you are likely paying $1,500 to $2,100 extra per year, depending on your age. Nissan Leaf insurance for high-risk drivers is expensive and can cost around 44% to 136% more than the average policy. View High Risk Driver Rates
Choosing higher comprehensive and collision insurance deductibles can reduce rates by up to $400 a year, whereas buying more liability protection will increase premiums. Changing from a 50/100 bodily injury limit to a 250/500 limit will cost as much as $426 extra every 12 months. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit
Where you live also has a big influence on Nissan Leaf insurance rates. A middle-age driver might find rates as low as $950 a year in states like Vermont, New Hampshire, and Missouri, or have to pay at least $1,760 on average in Louisiana, New York, and Michigan.
| 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% |

With so much variability in rates, the best way to figure out which company is cheapest is to regularly compare rates and see how they stack up. Every auto insurance company calculates rates differently, so rate quotes can be significantly different between companies.
| 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 Buy More Affordable Nissan Leaf Insurance
Saving money on auto insurance consists of having a good driving record, having a good credit score, not filing small claims, and not having any coverage lapses. Invest the time to shop around every time your policy renews by getting rate quotes from direct car insurance companies like Progressive and GEICO, and also from insurance agencies where you live.
The next list is a summary of the information illustrated above.
- You may be able to save approximately $140 per year simply by quoting online well ahead of the renewal date
- Drivers age 20 and younger have the highest car insurance rates, as much as $399 per month if comprehensive and collision insurance is included
- Increasing deductibles could save up to $400 each year
- Drivers who have multiple accidents or major violations could be forced to pay on average $1,430 more annually to buy Nissan Leaf insurance
- Consumers who want increased levels of liability coverage will pay approximately $520 per year to raise from a minimum limit to higher 250/500 limits
Rate Tables and Charts
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
| Deductible | Premium |
|---|---|
| $100 | $1,496 |
| $250 | $1,374 |
| $500 | $1,234 |
| $1,000 | $1,096 |
Full coverage, driver age 40
Rates by Liability Limit
| 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
| 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.
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 |
Discounts are estimated and may not be available from every company or in every state.
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