Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates

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U.S. average insurance rates for a Tesla Model 3 are $1,588 a year for full coverage. Comprehensive costs an estimated $344 a year, collision costs $724, and liability coverage costs around $384. Buying just liability costs as low as $432 a year, with insurance for high-risk drivers costing around $3,470. Teen drivers pay the highest rates at $5,792 a year or more.

Average premium for full coverage: $1,588

Price estimates broken down by individual coverage:

Comprehensive $344
Collision $724
Liability $384

Price estimates include $500 physical damage insurance deductibles, liability coverage up to 30/60, and includes medical/PIP and uninsured motorist coverage. Estimates are averaged for all states and Model 3 trim levels.

Price Range from Low to High

For an average driver, Tesla Model 3 insurance prices go from as low as $432 for liability-only coverage to a high of $3,470 for a high-risk driver policy.

Liability Only $432
Full Coverage $1,588
High Risk $3,470

Geographic Price Range

Where you live has a large influence on insurance rates. More rural locations have a lower frequency of accident claims than larger metro areas.

The diagram below illustrates the effect of geographic area on insurance prices.

Rural Areas $1,191
Small Cities $1,667
Large Cities $2,144

The ranges above show why it is important to compare prices for a targeted area and risk profile, rather than using price averages.

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Additional Charts and Tables

The chart below shows estimated Tesla Model 3 insurance rates for other coverage scenarios.

  • The lowest rate with discounts is $881
  • Using higher $1,000 deductibles will save approximately $1,346 a year
  • The average rate for the average middle-age driver who has $500 deductibles is $1,588
  • Choosing low $100 deductibles for physical damage coverage will increase the cost to $2,062
  • Higher-risk drivers with multiple violations and an at-fault accident could pay up to $3,470 or more
  • The price for full coverage for a teenage driver can cost as much as $5,792 or more

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Tesla Model 3 insurance cost comparison chart
Column chart showing full coverage Tesla Model 3 insurance rates range from $881 to $5,792

Insurance prices for a Tesla Model 3 are also quite variable based on your driving record, the trim level of your Model 3, and liability limits and deductibles.

Older drivers with no violations or accidents and high deductibles may only pay around $1,500 a year for full coverage. Prices are highest for teenage drivers, where even good drivers should be prepared to pay at least $5,700 a year. View Rates by Age

The state you live in has a huge impact on Tesla Model 3 insurance rates. A driver around age 40 might see prices as low as $1,050 a year in states like Iowa, Maine, and Idaho, or as much as $2,260 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 $1,434 -$154 -9.7%
Alaska $1,216 -$372 -23.4%
Arizona $1,316 -$272 -17.1%
Arkansas $1,588 -$0 0.0%
California $1,810 $222 14.0%
Colorado $1,514 -$74 -4.7%
Connecticut $1,628 $40 2.5%
Delaware $1,794 $206 13.0%
Florida $1,982 $394 24.8%
Georgia $1,466 -$122 -7.7%
Hawaii $1,142 -$446 -28.1%
Idaho $1,076 -$512 -32.2%
Illinois $1,180 -$408 -25.7%
Indiana $1,198 -$390 -24.6%
Iowa $1,070 -$518 -32.6%
Kansas $1,506 -$82 -5.2%
Kentucky $2,164 $576 36.3%
Louisiana $2,348 $760 47.9%
Maine $978 -$610 -38.4%
Maryland $1,308 -$280 -17.6%
Massachusetts $1,266 -$322 -20.3%
Michigan $2,754 $1,166 73.4%
Minnesota $1,330 -$258 -16.2%
Mississippi $1,902 $314 19.8%
Missouri $1,408 -$180 -11.3%
Montana $1,704 $116 7.3%
Nebraska $1,250 -$338 -21.3%
Nevada $1,904 $316 19.9%
New Hampshire $1,144 -$444 -28.0%
New Jersey $1,774 $186 11.7%
New Mexico $1,404 -$184 -11.6%
New York $1,672 $84 5.3%
North Carolina $912 -$676 -42.6%
North Dakota $1,300 -$288 -18.1%
Ohio $1,092 -$496 -31.2%
Oklahoma $1,628 $40 2.5%
Oregon $1,454 -$134 -8.4%
Pennsylvania $1,512 -$76 -4.8%
Rhode Island $2,116 $528 33.2%
South Carolina $1,438 -$150 -9.4%
South Dakota $1,338 -$250 -15.7%
Tennessee $1,388 -$200 -12.6%
Texas $1,912 $324 20.4%
Utah $1,176 -$412 -25.9%
Vermont $1,084 -$504 -31.7%
Virginia $950 -$638 -40.2%
Washington $1,224 -$364 -22.9%
West Virginia $1,456 -$132 -8.3%
Wisconsin $1,096 -$492 -31.0%
Wyoming $1,414 -$174 -11.0%

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Tesla Model 3 insurance rates by U.S. city

Choosing high deductibles could cut prices by as much as $720 a year, while buying higher liability limits will increase premiums. Going from a 50/100 limit to a 250/500 limit will increase prices by as much as $345 more each year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

If you have some driving violations or tend to cause accidents, you could be paying $1,900 to $2,600 additional each year, depending on your age. A high-risk auto insurance policy can be around 45% to 133% more than average. View High Risk Driver Rates

Since prices can be so different, the only way to know which car insurance is cheapest is to get quotes and see how they stack up. Each insurance company uses a different rate calculation, and prices may be quite different 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 $424 $870 $332 $1,762
2023 Tesla Model 3 $406 $864 $338 $1,744
2022 Tesla Model 3 $394 $842 $354 $1,726
2021 Tesla Model 3 $380 $808 $364 $1,688
2020 Tesla Model 3 $358 $780 $376 $1,650
2019 Tesla Model 3 $344 $724 $384 $1,588
2018 Tesla Model 3 $332 $680 $388 $1,536

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 Cheaper Tesla Model 3 Insurance

Getting lower rates on auto insurance requires being a low-risk driver, having a good credit history, eliminating unnecessary coverage, and maximizing policy discounts. Take the time to compare rates every time your policy renews by requesting rates from direct carriers like Progressive and GEICO, and also from local independent and exclusive agents.

The items below are a condensed summary of the information covered in the above illustrations.

  • Drivers can save approximately $200 per year simply by quoting early and online
  • Teen drivers are expensive to insure, with premiums as much as $483 a month including comprehensive and collision insurance
  • Increasing physical damage deductibles can save around $725 each year
  • Drivers with multiple at-fault accidents pay an average of $1,880 more annually to insure their Model 3
  • Consumers who want more liability coverage will pay about $420 each year to increase from a low limit to 250/500 limits

Rates by Driver Age

Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates by Driver Age
Driver Age Premium
16 $5,792
20 $3,702
30 $1,668
40 $1,588
50 $1,450
60 $1,424

Full coverage, $500 deductibles

Rates by Deductible

Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates with Different Deductibles
Deductible Premium
$100 $2,062
$250 $1,840
$500 $1,588
$1,000 $1,346

Full coverage, driver age 40

Rates by Liability Limit

Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates with Different Liability Limits
Liability Limit Premium
30/60 $1,588
50/100 $1,665
100/300 $1,761
250/500 $2,010
100 CSL $1,703
300 CSL $1,914
500 CSL $2,068

Full coverage, driver age 40

Rates for High Risk Drivers

Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates for High Risk Drivers
Age Premium
16 $8,330
20 $5,900
30 $3,560
40 $3,470
50 $3,308
60 $3,280

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 $231

Potential Rate Discounts

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

Discount Savings
Multi-policy $87
Multi-vehicle $85
Homeowner $22
5-yr Accident Free $127
5-yr Claim Free $106
Paid in Full/EFT $80
Advance Quote $84
Online Quote $116
Total Discounts $707
Rate after discounts $881

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

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