Tesla Roadster Insurance Rates
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Average insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster are $1,414 a year for full coverage insurance. Comprehensive costs an estimated $296 a year, collision costs $486, and liability is $474. Buying just liability costs around $522 a year, with insurance for high-risk drivers costing around $3,054. Teen drivers receive the highest rates at $5,332 a year or more.
Average premium for full coverage: $1,414
Rate estimates broken down by individual coverage type:
Price estimates include $500 deductible amounts, split liability limits of 30/60, and includes additional medical/uninsured motorist coverage. Rates are averaged for all 50 states and Roadster trim levels.
Price Range by Coverage and Risk
Using a middle-aged driver as an example, prices range go from the low end price of $522 for just the minimum liability insurance to a high of $3,054 for coverage for higher-risk drivers.
Price Range by Location
Choosing to live in a large city can have significant affects on the price of insurance. More rural locations tend to have lower incidents of physical damage claims than larger metro areas.
The diagram below illustrates how where you live affects insurance prices.
These examples illustrate why it is important to compare rates quotes for a targeted area, instead of using price averages.
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Additional Rate Analysis
The chart below illustrates estimated Tesla Roadster insurance rates for other coverage scenarios.
- The lowest rate with discounts is $818
- Raising to $1,000 deductibles will save approximately $1,236 each year
- The estimated price for a 40-year-old driver who has $500 deductibles is $1,414
- Choosing low $100 deductibles bumps up the cost to $1,756
- At-risk drivers with multiple violations and an at-fault accident could pay up to $3,054 or more
- The cost that insures a teen driver can cost as much as $5,332
Auto insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster can also vary considerably based on the trim level of your Roadster, your age and driving record, and liability limits and deductibles.
If you like to drive fast or you caused an accident, you are probably paying $1,700 to $2,300 in extra premium per year, depending on your age. A high-risk auto insurance policy is expensive and can cost as much as 43% to 134% more than average. View High Risk Driver Rates
Older drivers with a good driving record and higher comprehensive and collision deductibles may pay as little as $1,300 every 12 months on average for full coverage. Rates are highest for teen drivers, since even teens with perfect driving records will have to pay at least $5,300 a year. View Rates by Age
Where you live also has a big influence on Tesla Roadster insurance prices. A middle-age driver might find rates as low as $920 a year in states like North Carolina, Wisconsin, and Vermont, or as much as $1,910 on average in Florida, 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% |
Choosing high deductibles can reduce rates by up to $520 every year, while buying higher liability limits will increase premiums. Switching from a 50/100 bodily injury protection limit to a 250/500 limit will cost as much as $426 extra every year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit
With so much variability in rates, the only way to figure out which company is cheapest is to get quotes and see which company has the best rate. Every auto insurance company uses a different rate calculation, and quoted rates can be significantly different.
| 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 Cheaper Tesla Roadster Insurance
Saving money on car insurance consists of having a good driving record, maintaining a good credit score, avoid buying unnecessary coverage, and qualifying for all possible discounts. Shop around at least once a year by getting quotes from direct insurance companies like Progressive, GEICO, and Esurance, and also from local insurance agencies.
The next list is a condensed summary of the primary concepts that were touched on in the above illustrations.
- It is possible to save approximately $170 per year simply by quoting early and online
- Higher risk drivers with multiple at-fault accidents may have to pay on average $1,640 more annually to buy Tesla Roadster insurance
- Increasing deductibles can save approximately $525 each year
- Drivers age 20 and younger are the costliest to insure, costing up to $444 per month if the policy includes full coverage
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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