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Estimated insurance prices for a Tesla Model 3 are $1,536 every 12 months including full coverage. Comprehensive insurance costs approximately $332, collision costs $680, and liability insurance costs $388. A policy with only liability insurance costs as little as $434 a year, with a high-risk policy costing $3,350 or more. 16-year-old drivers pay the most at $5,626 a year or more.

Average premium for full coverage: $1,536

Premium estimates by type of coverage:

Comprehensive $332
Collision $680
Liability $388

Full coverage includes $500 policy deductibles, 30/60 liability limits, and includes both medical and UM/UIM coverage. Rates include averaging for all 50 U.S. states and for different Model 3 trim levels.

Insurance Price Range by Risk and Coverage

Using a 40-year-old driver as an example, insurance rates for a Tesla Model 3 go from the cheapest price of $434 for basic liability insurance to a much higher rate of $3,350 for a driver required to buy high-risk insurance.

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

Insurance Price Range by Location

Your location has a significant impact on car insurance prices. Rural locations are statistically proven to have more infrequent comprehensive and collision claims than congested cities.

The price range example below illustrates how rural and urban location affects auto insurance prices.

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

These rate differences highlight why anyone shopping for car insurance should compare rates using their specific location and their own driving history, rather than relying on rate averages.

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Rate Comparisons

The chart below breaks down 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 $228 every year
  • The average price for a 40-year-old good driver who chooses $500 deductibles is $1,536
  • Buying more expensive low deductibles for comprehensive and collision insurance costs an extra $450 a year
  • High risk drivers with multiple tickets or accidents could pay around $3,350 or more
  • An auto insurance policy to insure a teen driver with full coverage 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 prices for a Tesla Model 3 also have a wide range based on physical damage deductibles and liability limits, your driving characteristics, and the model of your Model 3.

Opting for high physical damage deductibles could save up to $680 each year, while increasing your policy's liability limits will push prices upward. Changing from a 50/100 liability limit to a 250/500 limit will cost up to $349 extra every 12 months. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

An older driver with no driving violations and higher deductibles could pay as little as $1,400 per year on average, or $117 per month, for full coverage. Prices are highest for drivers in their teens, since even excellent drivers will be charged in the ballpark of $5,600 a year. View Rates by Age

If you have a few violations or you were responsible for an accident, you are likely paying anywhere from $1,800 to $2,500 extra annually, depending on your age. High-risk driver insurance can cost anywhere from 44% to 130% more than the average rate. View High Risk Driver Rates

Where you choose to live makes a big difference in Tesla Model 3 insurance rates. A 40-year-old driver could pay as low as $1,180 a year in states like Vermont, New Hampshire, and Missouri, or at least $2,190 on average in Louisiana, New York, 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

With such a large range in prices, the best way to figure out who has the best auto insurance prices is to compare prices from as many companies as possible. Every company utilizes a different rate formula, so rate quotes will be substantially different.

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 Shop for More Affordable Tesla Model 3 Insurance

Finding better rates on Tesla Model 3 insurance not only requires being safe and accident-free, but also maintaining a good credit score, refrain from filing small claims, and avoiding coverage lapses. Set aside time to shop around at every policy renewal by getting rate quotes from direct car insurance companies, and also from your local car insurance providers.

Below you'll find a summary of the data raised in the charts and tables above.

  • Drivers who purchase more liability protection will pay around $430 per year to go from 30/60 bodily injury limits to a 250/500 level
  • You may be able to save around $190 per year simply by shopping early and online
  • Increasing policy deductibles could save as much as $675 each year
  • Youthful drivers pay the highest auto insurance prices, with the cost nearing $469 per month if the policy includes full coverage

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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