Tesla Roadster Insurance Rates
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Average insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster are $1,414 a year including full coverage. Comprehensive costs approximately $296, collision insurance costs $486, and liability coverage is $474. A policy with just liability insurance costs around $522 a year, and coverage for high-risk drivers costs around $3,054. 16-year-old drivers receive the highest rates at up to $5,332 a year.
Average premium for full coverage: $1,414
Rate estimates by individual coverage type:
Full coverage includes $500 deductible amounts, 30/60 bodily injury liability limits, and includes both medical and uninsured motorist insurance. Rates are averaged for all 50 U.S. states and for different Roadster trim levels.
Price Range by Coverage and Risk
Using a middle-aged driver as an example, prices range range from as low as $522 for minimum levels of liability insurance to a much higher rate of $3,054 for a driver who requires high-risk insurance.
Price Range by Location
Choosing to live in a large city has a large influence on car insurance prices. Rural locations tend to have a lower frequency of comprehensive and collision claims than congested cities. The price range example below illustrates how where you live affects auto insurance prices.
These examples highlight why anyone shopping for car insurance should compare rates quotes using their specific location and risk profile, rather than using rate averages.
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Additional Rate Details
The chart below breaks down average Tesla Roadster insurance rates for additional coverage and risk scenarios.
- The best full coverage rate is $818
- Raising to $1,000 deductibles will save $178 every year
- The average rate for a 40-year-old driver who chooses $500 deductibles is $1,414
- Buying more expensive low deductibles will increase the cost to $1,756
- Unlucky drivers with multiple tickets or accidents could pay around $3,054
- The cost for full coverage for a teenage driver with full coverage can cost $5,332
Insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster can also vary considerably based on your driver profile, the model of your Roadster, and physical damage deductibles and liability limits.
An older driver with no violations or accidents and high deductibles may only pay around $1,300 every 12 months on average for full coverage. Rates are highest for teen drivers, where even good drivers should be prepared to pay in the ballpark of $5,300 a year. View Rates by Age
Where you live also has a big influence on Tesla Roadster insurance rates. A middle-age driver might find rates as low as $1,080 a year in states like Vermont, New Hampshire, and Missouri, or at least $2,020 on average in Louisiana, New York, and Michigan.
| 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% |
Opting for high physical damage deductibles can reduce rates by up to $520 a year, while increasing your policy's liability limits will push rates upward. Changing from a 50/100 limit to a 250/500 limit will cost as much as $426 more each year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit
If you like to drive fast or tend to cause accidents, you are likely paying anywhere from $1,700 to $2,300 additional per year, depending on your age. High-risk driver insurance is expensive and can cost around 43% to 134% more than the average rate. 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 More Affordable Tesla Roadster Insurance
Saving money on auto insurance consists of having a good driving record, having a good credit history, not filing small claims, and consideration of higher deductibles. Take the time to comparison shop at every other renewal by requesting quotes from direct car insurance companies like GEICO and Progressive, and also from insurance agencies where you live.
The next list is a summary of the concepts that were touched on in the above illustrations.
- Drivers who have multiple accidents or major violations could be forced to pay on average $1,640 more per year to buy Tesla Roadster insurance
- Drivers age 20 and younger are the costliest to insure, as much as $444 per month including comprehensive and collision insurance
- You may be able to save around $170 per year just by shopping early and online
- Increasing deductibles can save around $525 each year
- You may be able to save around $170 per year just by shopping early and online
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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