Tesla Roadster Insurance Rates
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The average insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster are $1,414 a year for full coverage insurance. Comprehensive insurance costs on average $296, collision insurance costs $486, and liability costs around $474. A liability-only policy costs as low as $522 a year, and high-risk insurance costs $3,054 or more. Teenage drivers cost the most to insure at up to $5,332 a year.
Average premium for full coverage: $1,414
Policy rates by type of insurance:
Rates are based on $500 comprehensive and collision deductibles, minimum liability limits, and includes both medical and uninsured motorist insurance. Prices are averaged for all 50 states and for all Roadster models.
Price Range Variability
For the average driver, Tesla Roadster insurance rates range from as low as $522 for minimum levels of liability insurance to the much higher price of $3,054 for high-risk insurance.
Urban vs. Rural Price Range
Where you live can have significant affects on insurance rates. Rural areas are shown to have a lower frequency of physical damage claims than densely populated cities. The example below illustrates how location impacts car insurance rates.
The examples above illustrate why everyone should compare prices based on a specific location and risk profile, instead of using average rates.
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Additional Rate Details
The chart below illustrates average Tesla Roadster insurance rates for different risk profiles and scenarios.
- The best discount rate is $818
- Using higher $1,000 deductibles will save around $178 each year
- The average rate for a good driver age 40 with $500 deductibles is $1,414
- Using pricier low deductibles for physical damage coverage will cost an extra $342 every year
- Drivers who are prone to accidents and violations could pay upwards of $3,054
- Policy cost for full coverage for a teen driver for full coverage may cost $5,332 or more
Car insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster also range considerably based on your risk profile, the model year and trim level, and policy deductibles and limits.
A more mature driver with no driving violations and high deductibles may pay as little as $1,300 a year, or $108 per month, for full coverage. Rates are much higher for teenagers, where even good drivers will be charged upwards of $5,300 a year. View Rates by Age
Your home state has a huge impact on Tesla Roadster insurance prices. A driver around age 40 might see rates as low as $920 a year in states like Vermont, Wisconsin, and North Carolina, or be forced to pay as much as $1,910 on average in Michigan, New York, and Florida.
| State | Premium | Compared to U.S. Avg | Percent Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $1,278 | -$136 | -9.6% |
| Alaska | $1,082 | -$332 | -23.5% |
| Arizona | $1,174 | -$240 | -17.0% |
| Arkansas | $1,414 | -$0 | 0.0% |
| California | $1,610 | $196 | 13.9% |
| Colorado | $1,350 | -$64 | -4.5% |
| Connecticut | $1,454 | $40 | 2.8% |
| Delaware | $1,600 | $186 | 13.2% |
| Florida | $1,770 | $356 | 25.2% |
| Georgia | $1,302 | -$112 | -7.9% |
| Hawaii | $1,014 | -$400 | -28.3% |
| Idaho | $956 | -$458 | -32.4% |
| Illinois | $1,052 | -$362 | -25.6% |
| Indiana | $1,062 | -$352 | -24.9% |
| Iowa | $954 | -$460 | -32.5% |
| Kansas | $1,344 | -$70 | -5.0% |
| Kentucky | $1,928 | $514 | 36.4% |
| Louisiana | $2,092 | $678 | 47.9% |
| Maine | $872 | -$542 | -38.3% |
| Maryland | $1,166 | -$248 | -17.5% |
| Massachusetts | $1,130 | -$284 | -20.1% |
| Michigan | $2,456 | $1,042 | 73.7% |
| Minnesota | $1,182 | -$232 | -16.4% |
| Mississippi | $1,692 | $278 | 19.7% |
| Missouri | $1,254 | -$160 | -11.3% |
| Montana | $1,518 | $104 | 7.4% |
| Nebraska | $1,112 | -$302 | -21.4% |
| Nevada | $1,694 | $280 | 19.8% |
| New Hampshire | $1,016 | -$398 | -28.1% |
| New Jersey | $1,578 | $164 | 11.6% |
| New Mexico | $1,252 | -$162 | -11.5% |
| New York | $1,490 | $76 | 5.4% |
| North Carolina | $814 | -$600 | -42.4% |
| North Dakota | $1,158 | -$256 | -18.1% |
| Ohio | $976 | -$438 | -31.0% |
| Oklahoma | $1,452 | $38 | 2.7% |
| Oregon | $1,294 | -$120 | -8.5% |
| Pennsylvania | $1,350 | -$64 | -4.5% |
| Rhode Island | $1,884 | $470 | 33.2% |
| South Carolina | $1,280 | -$134 | -9.5% |
| South Dakota | $1,194 | -$220 | -15.6% |
| Tennessee | $1,238 | -$176 | -12.4% |
| Texas | $1,704 | $290 | 20.5% |
| Utah | $1,046 | -$368 | -26.0% |
| Vermont | $968 | -$446 | -31.5% |
| Virginia | $848 | -$566 | -40.0% |
| Washington | $1,094 | -$320 | -22.6% |
| West Virginia | $1,294 | -$120 | -8.5% |
| Wisconsin | $978 | -$436 | -30.8% |
| Wyoming | $1,260 | -$154 | -10.9% |

Using high physical damage deductibles could cut rates by as much as $520 every year, whereas buying more liability protection will cost you more. Switching from a 50/100 limit to a 250/500 limit will raise rates by up to $426 extra every 12 months. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit
If you have a few points on your driving record or tend to cause accidents, you are probably paying at a minimum $1,700 to $2,300 extra every year, depending on your age. Tesla Roadster insurance for high-risk drivers can be as much as 43% to 134% more than a normal policy. View High Risk Driver Rates
| Model Year | Comprehensive | Collision | Liability | Total Premium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Tesla Roadster | $296 | $486 | $474 | $1,414 |
| 2010 Tesla Roadster | $286 | $436 | $468 | $1,348 |
| 2008 Tesla Roadster | $276 | $406 | $452 | $1,292 |
Rates are averaged for all Tesla Roadster models and trim levels. Rates assume a 40-year-old male driver, full coverage with $500 deductibles, and a clean driving record.
How to Find the Best Cheap Tesla Roadster Insurance
Finding cheaper rates on car insurance requires having a decent driving record, having above-average credit, being claim-free, and possibly raising deductibles. Spend time shopping around every couple of years by requesting quotes from direct insurance companies like GEICO, Progressive, and Esurance, and also from local independent and exclusive agents.
The following items are a quick review of the material that was touched on above.
- Policyholders who require additional liability coverage will pay an extra $520 annually to increase from a 30/60 limit to 250/500 limits
- 16 to 18-year-old drivers are expensive to insure, possibly costing $444 each month if full coverage is included
- Higher risk drivers with a DUI or reckless driving violation pay an average of $1,640 more each year than a driver with a clean driving record
- Increasing comprehensive and collision deductibles can save around $525 each year
Rate Tables and Charts
Rates by Driver Age
| Driver Age | Premium |
|---|---|
| 16 | $5,332 |
| 20 | $3,242 |
| 30 | $1,466 |
| 40 | $1,414 |
| 50 | $1,292 |
| 60 | $1,266 |
Full coverage, $500 deductibles
Rates by Deductible
| Deductible | Premium |
|---|---|
| $100 | $1,756 |
| $250 | $1,598 |
| $500 | $1,414 |
| $1,000 | $1,236 |
Full coverage, driver age 40
Rates by Liability Limit
| Liability Limit | Premium |
|---|---|
| 30/60 | $1,414 |
| 50/100 | $1,509 |
| 100/300 | $1,627 |
| 250/500 | $1,935 |
| 100 CSL | $1,556 |
| 300 CSL | $1,817 |
| 500 CSL | $2,007 |
Full coverage, driver age 40
Rates for High Risk Drivers
| Age | Premium |
|---|---|
| 16 | $7,598 |
| 20 | $5,170 |
| 30 | $3,114 |
| 40 | $3,054 |
| 50 | $2,916 |
| 60 | $2,888 |
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.
Potential Rate Discounts
If you qualify for discounts, you may save the amounts shown below.
| Discount | Savings |
|---|---|
| Multi-policy | $75 |
| Multi-vehicle | $75 |
| Homeowner | $22 |
| 5-yr Accident Free | $101 |
| 5-yr Claim Free | $92 |
| Paid in Full/EFT | $62 |
| Advance Quote | $69 |
| Online Quote | $100 |
| Total Discounts | $596 |
Discounts are estimated and may not be available from every company or in every state.
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