Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates

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UPDATED: Mar 30, 2024

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Average insurance prices for a Tesla Model 3 are $1,650 every 12 months for full coverage insurance. Comprehensive insurance costs around $358 a year, collision insurance costs $780, and liability costs $376. Liability-only coverage costs as little as $426 a year, and high-risk coverage costs $3,612 or more. Teens receive the highest rates at up to $6,000 a year.

Average premium for full coverage: $1,650

Rate estimates for individual coverage type:

Comprehensive $358
Collision $780
Liability $376

Prices are based on $500 policy deductibles, liability limits of 30/60, and includes medical and uninsured motorist coverage. Rates are averaged for all 50 states and Model 3 trim levels.

Price Range by Coverage and Risk

For a 40-year-old driver, prices range range from the cheapest price of $426 for just liability coverage to a high of $3,612 for a driver that may need high-risk insurance.

Liability Only $426
Full Coverage $1,650
High Risk $3,612

Price Range by Location

Your location can make a big difference on car insurance rates. Areas with sparse population tend to have more infrequent physical damage claims than cities with more traffic congestion. The diagram below illustrates how your location can change auto insurance rates.

Rural Areas $1,238
Small Cities $1,733
Large Cities $2,228

These examples illustrate why it is important to compare rates for a specific zip code and their own driving history, instead of making a decision based on averaged prices.

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

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Detailed Rate Analysis

The chart below illustrates average Tesla Model 3 insurance rates for additional coverage choices and driver risks.

  • The cheapest rate after discounts is $910
  • Drivers who choose higher $1,000 deductibles will pay about $1,392 each year
  • The average price for a 40-year-old driver using $500 deductibles is $1,650
  • Selecting low $100 deductibles for comprehensive and collision insurance costs an extra $508 annually
  • Drivers with serious driving violations could pay at least $3,612
  • The cost to insure a 16-year-old driver can be $6,000 a year

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Tesla Model 3 insurance cost comparison chart
Column chart showing Tesla Model 3 insurance prices range from $910 to $6,000 for full coverage

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

Choosing higher comprehensive and collision insurance deductibles could save up to $770 annually, while buying higher liability limits will increase rates. Switching from a 50/100 liability limit to a 250/500 limit will cost as much as $339 extra every 12 months. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

Older drivers with no driving violations and higher deductibles may pay as low as $1,500 per year on average for full coverage. Rates are much higher for teen drivers, since even excellent drivers will be charged as much as $6,000 a year. View Rates by Age

If you like to drive fast or you were responsible for an accident, you are probably paying at least $2,000 to $2,700 extra per year, depending on your age. A high-risk auto insurance policy can cost from 45% to 135% more than the average policy. View High Risk Driver Rates

Where you live makes a big difference in Tesla Model 3 insurance prices. A 40-year-old driver could pay as low as $1,080 a year in states like Vermont, Wisconsin, and North Carolina, or have to pay at least $2,220 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 $1,490 -$160 -9.7%
Alaska $1,264 -$386 -23.4%
Arizona $1,368 -$282 -17.1%
Arkansas $1,650 -$0 0.0%
California $1,878 $228 13.8%
Colorado $1,574 -$76 -4.6%
Connecticut $1,692 $42 2.5%
Delaware $1,866 $216 13.1%
Florida $2,060 $410 24.8%
Georgia $1,526 -$124 -7.5%
Hawaii $1,186 -$464 -28.1%
Idaho $1,116 -$534 -32.4%
Illinois $1,228 -$422 -25.6%
Indiana $1,244 -$406 -24.6%
Iowa $1,112 -$538 -32.6%
Kansas $1,566 -$84 -5.1%
Kentucky $2,248 $598 36.2%
Louisiana $2,440 $790 47.9%
Maine $1,018 -$632 -38.3%
Maryland $1,360 -$290 -17.6%
Massachusetts $1,314 -$336 -20.4%
Michigan $2,864 $1,214 73.6%
Minnesota $1,380 -$270 -16.4%
Mississippi $1,976 $326 19.8%
Missouri $1,464 -$186 -11.3%
Montana $1,772 $122 7.4%
Nebraska $1,298 -$352 -21.3%
Nevada $1,976 $326 19.8%
New Hampshire $1,190 -$460 -27.9%
New Jersey $1,842 $192 11.6%
New Mexico $1,460 -$190 -11.5%
New York $1,736 $86 5.2%
North Carolina $948 -$702 -42.5%
North Dakota $1,352 -$298 -18.1%
Ohio $1,138 -$512 -31.0%
Oklahoma $1,692 $42 2.5%
Oregon $1,510 -$140 -8.5%
Pennsylvania $1,572 -$78 -4.7%
Rhode Island $2,200 $550 33.3%
South Carolina $1,494 -$156 -9.5%
South Dakota $1,392 -$258 -15.6%
Tennessee $1,444 -$206 -12.5%
Texas $1,986 $336 20.4%
Utah $1,220 -$430 -26.1%
Vermont $1,126 -$524 -31.8%
Virginia $990 -$660 -40.0%
Washington $1,272 -$378 -22.9%
West Virginia $1,510 -$140 -8.5%
Wisconsin $1,140 -$510 -30.9%
Wyoming $1,468 -$182 -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 $444 $906 $316 $1,802
2023 Tesla Model 3 $424 $870 $332 $1,762
2022 Tesla Model 3 $406 $864 $338 $1,744
2021 Tesla Model 3 $394 $842 $354 $1,726
2020 Tesla Model 3 $380 $808 $364 $1,688
2019 Tesla Model 3 $358 $780 $376 $1,650
2018 Tesla Model 3 $344 $724 $384 $1,588

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 Affordable Tesla Model 3 Insurance

Saving money on insurance for a Tesla Model 3 not only requires avoiding accidents and claims, but also maintaining a good credit score, avoid buying unnecessary coverage, and consideration of higher deductibles. Invest the time to shop around once a year by getting quotes from direct insurance companies like GEICO, Progressive, and Esurance, and also from your local independent and exclusive agents.

The points below are a brief review of the data that was illustrated above.

  • It is possible to save up to $210 per year just by quoting early and online
  • Insureds who may need increased liability limits will pay approximately $410 annually to go from a minimum limit to a 250/500 level
  • Drivers under the age of 20 are the costliest to insure, costing up to $500 per month if the policy includes full coverage
  • Drivers considered higher risk with DUI or reckless driving convictions may pay on average $1,960 more every year to insure a Tesla Model 3

Rates by Driver Age

Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates by Driver Age
Driver Age Premium
16 $6,000
20 $3,856
30 $1,740
40 $1,650
50 $1,506
60 $1,482

Full coverage, $500 deductibles

Rates by Deductible

Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates with Different Deductibles
Deductible Premium
$100 $2,158
$250 $1,920
$500 $1,650
$1,000 $1,392

Full coverage, driver age 40

Rates by Liability Limit

Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates with Different Liability Limits
Liability Limit Premium
30/60 $1,650
50/100 $1,725
100/300 $1,819
250/500 $2,064
100 CSL $1,763
300 CSL $1,970
500 CSL $2,120

Full coverage, driver age 40

Rates for High Risk Drivers

Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates for High Risk Drivers
Age Premium
16 $8,636
20 $6,152
30 $3,712
40 $3,612
50 $3,446
60 $3,416

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 $242

Potential Rate Discounts

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

Discount Savings
Multi-policy $91
Multi-vehicle $88
Homeowner $23
5-yr Accident Free $135
5-yr Claim Free $110
Paid in Full/EFT $84
Advance Quote $88
Online Quote $121
Total Discounts $740
Rate after discounts $910

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

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