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The average auto insurance rates for a Tesla Model 3 are $1,588 annually for full coverage insurance. Comprehensive costs on average $344 a year, collision insurance costs $724, and liability costs $384. Buying just liability costs as little as $432 a year, and insurance for high-risk drivers costs around $3,470. Teenage drivers cost the most to insure at up to $5,792 a year.

Average premium for full coverage: $1,588

Policy rates by type of insurance:

Comprehensive $344
Collision $724
Liability $384

These estimates include $500 policy deductibles, minimum liability limits, and includes medical and uninsured motorist coverage. Prices are averaged for all 50 states and Model 3 trim levels.

Price Range Variability

For a 40-year-old driver, Tesla Model 3 insurance rates range from as cheap as $432 for just liability coverage to a high of $3,470 for high-risk insurance.

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

Urban vs. Rural Price Range

Your location can make a big difference on insurance rates. Rural areas are shown to have fewer physical damage claims than densely populated cities. The diagram below illustrates how your location can change car insurance rates.

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

The examples above illustrate why it is important to compare rates based on a specific location and their own personal driving habits, instead of making a decision based on average rates.

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Detailed Rate Analysis

The chart below illustrates average Tesla Model 3 insurance rates for different risk profiles and scenarios.

  • The best discount rate is $881
  • Drivers who choose higher $1,000 deductibles will pay around $1,346 each year
  • The estimated rate for a good driver age 40 with $500 deductibles is $1,588
  • Using low $100 deductibles for comprehensive and collision insurance will cost $2,062
  • Drivers who are prone to accidents and violations could pay upwards of $3,470
  • Policy cost with full coverage for a 16-year-old driver may cost $5,792 a year

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

Insurance rates for a Tesla Model 3 also range considerably based on the model year and trim level, your risk profile, and policy deductibles and limits.

Older drivers with a clean driving record and high physical damage deductibles may pay as low as $1,500 per year on average, or $125 per month, for full coverage. Rates are much higher for teenagers, where even without any violations or accidents they can expect to pay upwards of $5,700 a year. View Rates by Age

If you have a few points on your driving record or you caused a few accidents, you are probably paying at a minimum $1,900 to $2,600 extra every year, depending on your age. A high-risk auto insurance policy can cost from 45% to 133% more than a normal policy. View High Risk Driver Rates

Using high physical damage deductibles could save up to $720 annually, while buying higher liability limits will cost you more. Switching from a 50/100 bodily injury limit to a 250/500 limit will raise rates by up to $345 more per year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

Your home state makes a big difference in Tesla Model 3 insurance prices. A 40-year-old driver could pay as low as $1,040 a year in states like Vermont, Wisconsin, and North Carolina, or be forced to pay as much as $2,140 on average in Michigan, New York, and Florida.

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
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 Buy Cheap Tesla Model 3 Insurance

Finding cheaper rates on insurance for a Tesla Model 3 not only requires being safe and accident-free, but also having a good credit history, being claim-free, and determing if full coverage is necessary. Invest the time to shop around every couple of years by getting price quotes from direct insurance companies like Progressive, GEICO, and Esurance, and also from local exclusive and independent agents.

Below you'll find a brief summary of the material that was illustrated above.

  • Insureds who require more liability protection will pay an extra $420 annually to go from a 30/60 limit to higher 250/500 limits
  • Youthful drivers pay the highest rates, possibly costing $483 each month including comprehensive and collision insurance
  • Drivers considered higher risk that tend to have accidents or serious violations may pay on average $1,880 more each year than a low-risk driver
  • Increasing comprehensive and collision deductibles could save up to $725 each year

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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