Tesla Roadster Insurance Rates
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Average insurance prices for a Tesla Roadster are $1,414 every 12 months with full coverage. Comprehensive costs on average $296 each year, collision costs $486, and liability is estimated at $474. A policy with just liability insurance costs approximately $522 a year, with coverage for high-risk drivers costing around $3,054. 16-year-old drivers receive the highest rates at $5,332 a year or more.
Average premium for full coverage: $1,414
Rate estimates by individual coverage type:
Full coverage includes $500 policy deductibles, minimum liability limits, and includes both medical and UM/UIM coverage. Rates are averaged for all U.S. states and Roadster models.
Price Range by Coverage and Risk
For the average 40-year-old driver, prices range go from the cheapest price of $522 for basic liability insurance to a high rate of $3,054 for high-risk insurance.
Price Range by Location
Living in a larger city can have significant affects on auto insurance rates. Rural areas tend to have more infrequent collision claims than congested cities.
The graphic below illustrates the difference location can make on car insurance rates.
These examples demonstrate why all drivers should get quotes based on a specific location and their own driving history, instead of using rate averages.
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Rate Comparisons
The chart below details estimated Tesla Roadster insurance rates for different risk profiles and scenarios.
- The best full coverage rate is $818
- Choosing higher $1,000 deductibles can save around $178 annually
- The average price for a 40-year-old driver with $500 deductibles is $1,414
- Buying low deductibles for comp and collision coverage increases the price to $1,756
- Unlucky drivers with multiple tickets or accidents could pay upwards of $3,054 or more
- The cost to insure a teen driver may cost $5,332 each year
Insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster can also vary considerably based on policy deductibles and limits, your driving record, and the trim level of your Roadster.
Opting for high physical damage deductibles can save as much as $520 every year, whereas increasing liability limits will cost you more. Moving from a 50/100 liability limit to a 250/500 limit will cost as much as $426 more each year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit
More mature drivers with no violations or accidents and higher deductibles may pay as little as $1,300 annually on average for full coverage. Rates are highest for teen drivers, since even excellent drivers should be prepared to pay upwards of $5,300 a year. View Rates by Age
If you like to drive fast or you were responsible for an accident, you may be forking out at a minimum $1,700 to $2,300 additional per year, depending on your age. Insurance for high-risk drivers ranges as much as 43% to 134% more than the average rate. View High Risk Driver Rates
Where you live plays a big part in determining prices for Tesla Roadster insurance prices. A good driver about age 40 could pay as low as $1,020 a year in states like New Hampshire, Ohio, and Utah, or at least $1,910 on average in Florida, Michigan, and New York.
| 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% |
With so much variability in rates, the best way to find out exactly what you will pay is to do a rate comparison and see which company has the best rate. Each auto insurer utilizes a different rate formula, and 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 Shop for More Affordable Tesla Roadster Insurance
Saving money on car insurance takes being a good driver, having above-average credit, eliminating unnecessary coverage, and insuring your home and auto with the same company. Make time to compare rates every couple of years by quoting rates from direct companies like GEICO, Progressive, and Esurance, and also from local exclusive and independent agents.
The following list is a summary of the material that was touched on in this article.
- Policyholders who require an increased level of liability coverage will pay around $520 every year to raise limits from a minimum limit to a 250/500 level
- Drivers age 16 to 20 pay higher rates, with premiums as much as $444 per month if full coverage is included
- Higher risk drivers who have multiple accidents or major violations may pay on average $1,640 more each year than a safer driver
- Increasing deductibles could save as much as $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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