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Average insurance prices for a Tesla Model 3 are $1,536 every 12 months for full coverage insurance. Comprehensive costs approximately $332, collision costs $680, and liability costs around $388. Liability-only coverage costs as low as $434 a year, with high-risk coverage costing around $3,350. Teenage drivers receive the highest rates at $5,626 a year or more.

Average premium for full coverage: $1,536

Rate estimates by individual coverage type:

Comprehensive $332
Collision $680
Liability $388

Estimates include $500 comprehensive and collision deductibles, 30/60 liability coverage, and includes uninsured motorist and medical coverage. Rates are averaged for all 50 states and for all Model 3 models.

Price Range by Coverage and Risk

For an average driver, prices range go from the cheapest price of $434 for the bare minimum liability coverage to the much higher price of $3,350 for a policy for a high-risk driver.

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

Price Range by Location

Where you live can have significant affects on the price of auto insurance. Rural locations tend to have more infrequent physical damage claims than densely populated cities.

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

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

These examples illustrate why everyone should compare prices using their specific location and their own driving history, instead of using average rates.

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Additional Rate Information

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

  • The best discount rate is $856
  • Using higher $1,000 deductibles will save $228 each year
  • The average price for a 40-year-old driver who chooses $500 deductibles is $1,536
  • Using pricier low deductibles for physical damage coverage increases the price to $1,986
  • Drivers who are prone to accidents and violations could pay around $3,350 or more
  • The cost to insure a teen driver for full coverage can cost $5,626 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 $856 to $5,626

Car insurance rates for a Tesla Model 3 can also vary considerably based on policy deductibles and limits, your risk profile, and the model of your Model 3.

Using high physical damage deductibles could cut rates by as much as $680 every year, whereas buying more liability protection will push rates upward. Switching from a 50/100 liability limit to a 250/500 limit will cost as much as $349 extra every 12 months. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

A more mature driver with no driving violations and higher deductibles may pay as little as $1,400 a year for full coverage. Rates are much higher for teen drivers, since even excellent drivers will be charged in the ballpark of $5,600 a year. View Rates by Age

If you like to drive fast or you were responsible for an accident, you are probably paying anywhere from $1,800 to $2,500 extra per year, depending on your age. Tesla Model 3 insurance for high-risk drivers can be as much as 44% to 130% more than a normal policy. View High Risk Driver Rates

Where you live has a huge impact on Tesla Model 3 insurance prices. A driver around age 40 might see rates as low as $1,000 a year in states like North Carolina, Wisconsin, and Vermont, or be forced to pay as much as $2,070 on average in Florida, 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 so much variability in rates, the only way to figure out who has the best car insurance rates is to regularly compare rates and see which company has the best rate. Each insurance company uses a different method to calculate rates, so rate quotes can be significantly 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 Low Cost Tesla Model 3 Insurance

Saving money on car insurance requires having a decent driving record, maintaining a good credit score, avoid buying unnecessary coverage, and avoiding coverage lapses. Take the time to compare rates every year by getting rate quotes from direct insurance companies like GEICO, Progressive, and Esurance, and also from local insurance agencies.

The following items are a review of the coverage data covered in the above illustrations.

  • It is possible to save around $190 per year simply by quoting online well ahead of the renewal date
  • Increasing deductibles could save as much as $675 each year
  • 16 to 18-year-old drivers pay the highest auto insurance rates, costing up to $469 per month if the policy includes full coverage
  • Higher risk drivers who have several accidents or serious violations may have to pay on average $1,810 more per year than a driver with a clean driving record

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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