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The average insurance rates for a Tesla Model 3 are $1,536 a year for full coverage. Comprehensive insurance costs approximately $332 a year, collision costs $680, and liability costs $388. A liability-only policy costs as little as $434 a year, with high-risk insurance costing $3,350 or more. 16-year-old drivers cost the most to insure at $5,626 a year or more.

Average premium for full coverage: $1,536

Policy rates by type of insurance:

Comprehensive $332
Collision $680
Liability $388

Includes $500 comprehensive and collision deductibles, 30/60 liability coverage, and includes uninsured/under-insured motorist coverage. Prices are averaged for all states and Model 3 trim levels.

Price Range Variability

For the average driver, Tesla Model 3 insurance rates go from as low as $434 for your basic liability-only policy to a high of $3,350 for a policy for a high-risk driver.

Liability Only $434
Full Coverage $1,536
High Risk $3,350

Urban vs. Rural Price Range

Your location can have significant affects on car insurance rates. Rural locations are shown to have a lower frequency of accident claims than congested cities.

The diagram below illustrates how location impacts auto insurance prices.

Rural Areas $1,152
Small Cities $1,613
Large Cities $2,074

The examples above show why it is important to compare rates using their specific location and risk profile, instead of using rate averages.

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The chart below shows estimated Tesla Model 3 insurance rates for additional coverage and risk scenarios.

  • The best full coverage rate is $856
  • Drivers who choose higher $1,000 deductibles will pay $1,308 a year
  • The average rate for a good driver age 40 who chooses $500 deductibles is $1,536
  • Buying low $100 deductibles for comprehensive and collision insurance will cost an extra $450 every year
  • Higher-risk drivers with multiple tickets or accidents could pay around $3,350 or more
  • Policy cost for full coverage for a teen driver can cost $5,626 a year

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Tesla Model 3 insurance cost comparison chart
Column chart showing full coverage Tesla Model 3 insurance prices range from $856 to $5,626

Car insurance rates for a Tesla Model 3 also range considerably based on your risk profile, the trim level of your Model 3, and physical damage deductibles and liability limits.

Older drivers with no driving violations and high deductibles may pay as little as $1,400 per year on average, or $117 per month, for full coverage. Rates are highest for teenagers, where even good drivers will be charged in the ballpark of $5,600 a year. View Rates by Age

Your home state makes a big difference in Tesla Model 3 insurance prices. A 40-year-old driver could pay as low as $1,010 a year in states like Iowa, Maine, and Idaho, or at least $2,190 on average in New York, Louisiana, and Michigan.

Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates by State
State Premium Compared to U.S. Avg Percent Difference
Alabama $1,388 -$148 -9.6%
Alaska $1,176 -$360 -23.4%
Arizona $1,274 -$262 -17.1%
Arkansas $1,536 -$0 0.0%
California $1,750 $214 13.9%
Colorado $1,464 -$72 -4.7%
Connecticut $1,576 $40 2.6%
Delaware $1,734 $198 12.9%
Florida $1,916 $380 24.7%
Georgia $1,418 -$118 -7.7%
Hawaii $1,102 -$434 -28.3%
Idaho $1,040 -$496 -32.3%
Illinois $1,142 -$394 -25.7%
Indiana $1,158 -$378 -24.6%
Iowa $1,036 -$500 -32.6%
Kansas $1,456 -$80 -5.2%
Kentucky $2,092 $556 36.2%
Louisiana $2,272 $736 47.9%
Maine $946 -$590 -38.4%
Maryland $1,268 -$268 -17.4%
Massachusetts $1,224 -$312 -20.3%
Michigan $2,662 $1,126 73.3%
Minnesota $1,286 -$250 -16.3%
Mississippi $1,838 $302 19.7%
Missouri $1,362 -$174 -11.3%
Montana $1,648 $112 7.3%
Nebraska $1,208 -$328 -21.4%
Nevada $1,838 $302 19.7%
New Hampshire $1,106 -$430 -28.0%
New Jersey $1,714 $178 11.6%
New Mexico $1,358 -$178 -11.6%
New York $1,614 $78 5.1%
North Carolina $882 -$654 -42.6%
North Dakota $1,256 -$280 -18.2%
Ohio $1,058 -$478 -31.1%
Oklahoma $1,574 $38 2.5%
Oregon $1,406 -$130 -8.5%
Pennsylvania $1,464 -$72 -4.7%
Rhode Island $2,046 $510 33.2%
South Carolina $1,390 -$146 -9.5%
South Dakota $1,294 -$242 -15.8%
Tennessee $1,342 -$194 -12.6%
Texas $1,848 $312 20.3%
Utah $1,134 -$402 -26.2%
Vermont $1,048 -$488 -31.8%
Virginia $918 -$618 -40.2%
Washington $1,184 -$352 -22.9%
West Virginia $1,408 -$128 -8.3%
Wisconsin $1,062 -$474 -30.9%
Wyoming $1,364 -$172 -11.2%

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Tesla Model 3 insurance rates by U.S. city

Opting for high physical damage deductibles could save up to $680 every year, while buying higher liability limits will push rates upward. Going from a 50/100 limit to a 250/500 limit will raise rates by up to $349 extra every 12 months. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

If you have a few points on your driving record or tend to cause accidents, you could be paying anywhere from $1,800 to $2,500 extra every year, depending on your age. A high-risk auto insurance policy can cost as much as 44% to 130% more than the average rate. View High Risk Driver Rates

Because rates have so much variability, the only way to know who has the cheapest car insurance rates is to get quotes and see which company has the best rate. Every company utilizes a different rate formula, so rate quotes will be varied from one company to the next.

Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates by Model Year
Model Year Comprehensive Collision Liability Total Premium
2024 Tesla Model 3 $406 $864 $338 $1,744
2023 Tesla Model 3 $394 $842 $354 $1,726
2022 Tesla Model 3 $380 $808 $364 $1,688
2021 Tesla Model 3 $358 $780 $376 $1,650
2020 Tesla Model 3 $344 $724 $384 $1,588
2019 Tesla Model 3 $332 $680 $388 $1,536
2018 Tesla Model 3 $318 $610 $390 $1,454

Rates are averaged for all Tesla Model 3 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 the Cheapest Tesla Model 3 Insurance

Finding cheaper rates on car insurance not only requires avoiding accidents and violations, but also having above-average credit, avoid buying unnecessary coverage, and avoiding coverage lapses. Spend time shopping around every year by requesting quotes from direct carriers like GEICO, Progressive, and Esurance, and also from local exclusive and independent agents.

The list below is a recap of the coverage data touched on above.

  • Drivers can save around $190 per year simply by quoting early and online
  • Increasing comprehensive and collision deductibles can save around $675 each year
  • Teenagers pay the highest auto insurance rates, costing up to $469 each month if full coverage is included
  • Higher risk drivers that have major violations or accidents may pay on average $1,810 more per year for car insurance

Rates by Driver Age

Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates by Driver Age
Driver Age Premium
16 $5,626
20 $3,572
30 $1,612
40 $1,536
50 $1,402
60 $1,380

Full coverage, $500 deductibles

Rates by Deductible

Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates with Different Deductibles
Deductible Premium
$100 $1,986
$250 $1,776
$500 $1,536
$1,000 $1,308

Full coverage, driver age 40

Rates by Liability Limit

Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates with Different Liability Limits
Liability Limit Premium
30/60 $1,536
50/100 $1,614
100/300 $1,711
250/500 $1,963
100 CSL $1,652
300 CSL $1,866
500 CSL $2,021

Full coverage, driver age 40

Rates for High Risk Drivers

Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates for High Risk Drivers
Age Premium
16 $8,082
20 $5,700
30 $3,436
40 $3,350
50 $3,196
60 $3,170

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 $223

Potential Rate Discounts

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

Discount Savings
Multi-policy $84
Multi-vehicle $82
Homeowner $22
5-yr Accident Free $122
5-yr Claim Free $102
Paid in Full/EFT $76
Advance Quote $80
Online Quote $112
Total Discounts $680
Rate after discounts $856

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

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