Tesla Roadster Insurance Rates
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U.S. average auto insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster are $1,414 annually including full coverage. Comprehensive insurance costs an estimated $296 a year, collision costs $486, and liability is $474. Liability-only insurance costs around $522 a year, with high-risk driver insurance costing $3,054 or more. Teens pay the highest rates at $5,332 a year or more.
Average premium for full coverage: $1,414
Price estimates broken down by individual coverage:
Full coverage includes $500 deductible amounts, minimum liability limits, and includes uninsured/under-insured motorist coverage. Estimates are averaged for all 50 U.S. states and Roadster trim levels.
Price Range from Low to High
For the normal driver, Tesla Roadster insurance prices go from as cheap as $522 for your basic liability-only policy to a high of $3,054 for high-risk insurance.
Geographic Price Range
Choosing to live in a large city can have significant affects on the price of auto insurance. More rural locations have fewer comprehensive and collision claims than cities with more traffic congestion.
The diagram below illustrates how geographic area affects insurance prices.
The ranges above highlight why it is important to compare rates quotes for a targeted area and their own personal driving habits, instead of using averaged prices.
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More Rate Information
The chart below breaks down estimated Tesla Roadster insurance rates for other coverage scenarios.
- The cheapest rate after discounts is $818
- Raising to $1,000 deductibles will save approximately $1,236 every year
- The estimated rate for the average middle-age driver who has $500 deductibles is $1,414
- Selecting low $100 deductibles costs an additional $342 every year
- At-risk drivers with serious driving violations could pay up to $3,054 or more
- The price with full coverage for a teen driver can cost as much as $5,332
Car insurance prices for a Tesla Roadster are also quite variable based on the trim level and model year, your driving characteristics, and liability limits and deductibles.
Older drivers with no driving violations and high physical damage deductibles may pay as little as $1,300 every 12 months on average for full coverage. Prices are much higher for teenage drivers, where even without any violations or accidents they will be charged at least $5,300 a year. View Rates by Age
If you have some driving violations or you caused a few accidents, you are likely paying $1,700 to $2,300 extra each year, depending on your age. A high-risk auto insurance policy is expensive and can cost as much as 43% to 134% more than the average policy. View High Risk Driver Rates
Choosing higher comprehensive and collision insurance deductibles can reduce prices by up to $520 every year, while buying higher liability limits will increase premiums. Changing from a 50/100 bodily injury limit to a 250/500 limit will increase prices by as much as $426 extra every 12 months. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit
The state you live in also has a big influence on Tesla Roadster insurance prices. A middle-age driver might find prices as low as $1,080 a year in states like Vermont, New Hampshire, and Missouri, or have to pay 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% |
Since prices can be so different, the best way to figure out which car insurance is cheapest is to get quotes and see which company has the best price. Every auto insurance company calculates prices differently, so rate quotes may be quite different between companies.
| 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 Buy More Affordable Tesla Roadster Insurance
Getting lower rates on car insurance consists of having a good driving record, having a good credit score, being claim-free, and not having any coverage lapses. Invest the time to compare rates every couple of years by obtaining price quotes from direct car insurance companies like GEICO, Progressive, and Esurance, and also from insurance agencies where you live.
The next list is a summary of the material that was presented in the illustrations above.
- Policyholders who want increased levels of liability coverage will pay approximately $520 per year to raise from a low limit to higher 250/500 limits
- Drivers age 20 and younger have the highest car insurance prices, possibly costing $444 a month if comprehensive and collision insurance is included
- Higher risk drivers who have multiple accidents or major violations could be forced to pay on average $1,640 more annually to buy Tesla Roadster insurance
- Increasing physical damage deductibles could save up to $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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