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UPDATED: May 14, 2024

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U.S. average auto insurance rates for a Nissan Leaf are $1,256 annually including full coverage. Comprehensive insurance costs around $234 each year, collision costs $400, and liability is $464. Buying just liability costs around $514 a year, with insurance for high-risk drivers costing $2,722 or more. 16-year-old drivers pay the highest rates at $4,858 a year or more.

Average premium for full coverage: $1,256

Price estimates for individual coverage:

Comprehensive $234
Collision $400
Liability $464

These estimates include $500 physical damage insurance deductibles, 30/60 liability coverage, and includes medical/PIP and uninsured motorist coverage. Estimates are averaged for all 50 U.S. states and Leaf models.

Price Range from Low to High

For a driver around age 40, Nissan Leaf insurance prices go from as cheap as $514 for liability-only coverage to a high rate of $2,722 for a policy for a high-risk driver.

Liability Only $514
Full Coverage $1,256
High Risk $2,722

Geographic Price Range

Choosing to live in a large city can have significant affects on the price of insurance. Areas with sparse population have fewer comprehensive and collision claims than congested cities.

The graphic below illustrates the difference between rural and urban areas on auto insurance rates.

Rural Areas $942
Small Cities $1,319
Large Cities $1,696

The ranges above highlight why all drivers should compare rates quotes for a specific zip code and their own personal driving habits, instead of using rate averages.

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

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Additional Charts and Tables

The chart below breaks down estimated Nissan Leaf insurance rates for additional coverage choices and driver risks.

  • The best full coverage rate is $734
  • Raising to $1,000 deductibles will save about $144 every year
  • The estimated rate for the average middle-age driver using $500 deductibles is $1,256
  • Buying low deductibles costs an additional $278 every year
  • At-risk drivers with multiple tickets or accidents could pay at least $2,722 or more
  • The price with full coverage for a teen driver can be $4,858

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Nissan Leaf insurance cost comparison chart
Column chart showing full coverage Nissan Leaf insurance prices range from $734 to $4,858

Insurance prices for a Nissan Leaf are also quite variable based on the trim level and model year, your driving characteristics, and deductibles and policy limits.

More mature drivers with no violations or accidents and high physical damage deductibles may pay as little as $1,200 every 12 months on average for full coverage. Prices are highest for teenage drivers, where even without any violations or accidents they should be prepared to pay as much as $4,800 a year. View Rates by Age

If you have some driving violations or you caused a few accidents, you are likely paying at least $1,500 to $2,100 additional each year, depending on your age. Insurance for high-risk drivers is expensive and can cost as much as 43% to 133% more than the average rate. View High Risk Driver Rates

Opting for high physical damage deductibles can reduce prices by up to $430 every year, whereas increasing liability limits will increase prices. Changing from a 50/100 bodily injury limit to a 250/500 limit will increase prices by as much as $417 more each year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

The state you live in also has a big influence on Nissan Leaf insurance prices. A middle-age driver might find prices as low as $960 a year in states like Missouri, New Hampshire, and Vermont, or at least $1,790 on average in Michigan, New York, and Louisiana.

Nissan Leaf Insurance Rates by State
State Premium Compared to U.S. Avg Percent Difference
Alabama $1,136 -$120 -9.6%
Alaska $962 -$294 -23.4%
Arizona $1,044 -$212 -16.9%
Arkansas $1,256 -$0 0.0%
California $1,432 $176 14.0%
Colorado $1,200 -$56 -4.5%
Connecticut $1,292 $36 2.9%
Delaware $1,422 $166 13.2%
Florida $1,572 $316 25.2%
Georgia $1,160 -$96 -7.6%
Hawaii $902 -$354 -28.2%
Idaho $848 -$408 -32.5%
Illinois $936 -$320 -25.5%
Indiana $946 -$310 -24.7%
Iowa $848 -$408 -32.5%
Kansas $1,194 -$62 -4.9%
Kentucky $1,714 $458 36.5%
Louisiana $1,860 $604 48.1%
Maine $774 -$482 -38.4%
Maryland $1,036 -$220 -17.5%
Massachusetts $1,006 -$250 -19.9%
Michigan $2,182 $926 73.7%
Minnesota $1,050 -$206 -16.4%
Mississippi $1,504 $248 19.7%
Missouri $1,114 -$142 -11.3%
Montana $1,348 $92 7.3%
Nebraska $990 -$266 -21.2%
Nevada $1,506 $250 19.9%
New Hampshire $904 -$352 -28.0%
New Jersey $1,402 $146 11.6%
New Mexico $1,112 -$144 -11.5%
New York $1,322 $66 5.3%
North Carolina $724 -$532 -42.4%
North Dakota $1,028 -$228 -18.2%
Ohio $868 -$388 -30.9%
Oklahoma $1,290 $34 2.7%
Oregon $1,150 -$106 -8.4%
Pennsylvania $1,198 -$58 -4.6%
Rhode Island $1,678 $422 33.6%
South Carolina $1,138 -$118 -9.4%
South Dakota $1,060 -$196 -15.6%
Tennessee $1,100 -$156 -12.4%
Texas $1,516 $260 20.7%
Utah $930 -$326 -26.0%
Vermont $862 -$394 -31.4%
Virginia $752 -$504 -40.1%
Washington $970 -$286 -22.8%
West Virginia $1,150 -$106 -8.4%
Wisconsin $870 -$386 -30.7%
Wyoming $1,120 -$136 -10.8%

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Nissan Leaf insurance rates by U.S. city

Since prices can be so different, the best way to figure out your exact price is to do a rate comparison and see which company has the best price. Every auto insurance company utilizes a different rate formula, and prices may be quite different between companies.

Nissan Leaf Insurance Rates by Model Year
Model Year Comprehensive Collision Liability Total Premium
2024 Nissan Leaf $346 $660 $390 $1,554
2023 Nissan Leaf $332 $656 $398 $1,544
2022 Nissan Leaf $320 $640 $416 $1,534
2021 Nissan Leaf $310 $612 $430 $1,510
2020 Nissan Leaf $292 $592 $442 $1,484
2019 Nissan Leaf $282 $548 $452 $1,440
2018 Nissan Leaf $270 $516 $456 $1,400
2017 Nissan Leaf $258 $464 $460 $1,340
2016 Nissan Leaf $242 $426 $460 $1,286
2015 Nissan Leaf $234 $400 $464 $1,256
2014 Nissan Leaf $228 $374 $474 $1,234
2013 Nissan Leaf $210 $346 $474 $1,188
2012 Nissan Leaf $206 $314 $478 $1,156
2011 Nissan Leaf $192 $288 $474 $1,112

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 Cheap Nissan Leaf Insurance

Getting lower rates on car insurance consists of being a low-risk driver, having good credit, being claim-free, and taking advantage of discounts. Set aside time to compare rates every year by requesting rates from direct car insurance companies like GEICO, Progressive, and Esurance, and also from your local independent and exclusive agents.

The items below are a brief summary of the coverage data covered above.

  • You may be able to save up to $150 per year simply by quoting online in advance
  • Increasing physical damage deductibles could save up to $425 each year
  • Teen drivers are charged the highest prices, possibly costing $405 a month if they have full coverage
  • Higher risk drivers that tend to have accidents or serious violations may pay on average $1,470 more every year to insure their Leaf

Rates by Driver Age

Nissan Leaf Insurance Rates by Driver Age
Driver Age Premium
16 $4,858
20 $2,896
30 $1,294
40 $1,256
50 $1,150
60 $1,128

Full coverage, $500 deductibles

Rates by Deductible

Nissan Leaf Insurance Rates with Different Deductibles
Deductible Premium
$100 $1,534
$250 $1,406
$500 $1,256
$1,000 $1,112

Full coverage, driver age 40

Rates by Liability Limit

Nissan Leaf Insurance Rates with Different Liability Limits
Liability Limit Premium
30/60 $1,256
50/100 $1,349
100/300 $1,465
250/500 $1,766
100 CSL $1,395
300 CSL $1,650
500 CSL $1,836

Full coverage, driver age 40

Rates for High Risk Drivers

Nissan Leaf Insurance Rates for High Risk Drivers
Age Premium
16 $6,900
20 $4,620
30 $2,764
40 $2,722
50 $2,600
60 $2,578

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 $175

Potential Rate Discounts

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

Discount Savings
Multi-policy $66
Multi-vehicle $67
Homeowner $20
5-yr Accident Free $87
5-yr Claim Free $81
Paid in Full/EFT $53
Advance Quote $60
Online Quote $88
Total Discounts $522
Rate after discounts $734

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

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