Tesla Roadster Insurance Rates
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Average auto insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster are $1,414 annually for full coverage. Comprehensive costs an estimated $296 each year, collision costs $486, and liability insurance costs $474. A policy with just liability insurance costs as little as $522 a year, with coverage for high-risk drivers costing around $3,054. Teenage 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:
Rate estimates include $500 policy deductibles, 30/60 bodily injury liability limits, and includes additional medical/uninsured motorist coverage. Rates are averaged for all states and Roadster models.
Price Range by Coverage and Risk
Using a middle-aged driver as an example, prices range go from as cheap as $522 for just the minimum liability insurance to a high rate of $3,054 for a driver who requires high-risk insurance.
Price Range by Location
Your location has a significant impact on insurance rates. More rural locations tend to have fewer accident claims than densely populated cities.
The graphic below illustrates how where you live affects insurance prices.
These examples show why all drivers should compare rates for a targeted area and their own personal driving habits, rather than relying on average rates.
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Additional Rate Analysis
The chart below shows estimated Tesla Roadster insurance rates for other coverage scenarios.
- The best discount rate is $818
- Drivers who choose higher $1,000 deductibles will pay approximately $178 a year
- The estimated rate for a 40-year-old driver who has $500 deductibles is $1,414
- Using low deductibles for comprehensive and collision insurance will cost $1,756
- High risk drivers who are prone to accidents and violations could pay up to $3,054 or more
- The cost with full coverage for a teen driver can cost as much as $5,332 a year
Insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster can also vary considerably based on the trim level of your Roadster, your driver profile, and liability limits and deductibles.
More mature drivers with no violations or accidents and high physical damage deductibles could pay as little as $1,300 per year on average for full coverage. Rates are much higher for teen drivers, where even without any violations or accidents they should be prepared to pay at least $5,300 a year. View Rates by Age
If you like to drive fast or you caused a few accidents, you could be paying $1,700 to $2,300 additional per year, depending on your age. Insurance for high-risk drivers can cost anywhere from 43% to 134% more than a normal policy. View High Risk Driver Rates
Using high physical damage deductibles could save up to $520 each year, whereas increasing liability limits will increase premiums. Going from a 50/100 bodily injury limit to a 250/500 limit will cost as much as $426 more each year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit
Where you live makes a big difference in Tesla Roadster insurance rates. A 40-year-old driver could pay as low as $930 a year in states like Iowa, Maine, and Idaho, or be forced to pay as much as $2,020 on average in New York, Louisiana, 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% |
With so much variability in rates, the only way to know which company is cheapest is to do a rate comparison from as many companies as possible. Every company uses a different method to calculate rates, and rates can be significantly 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 the Best Tesla Roadster Insurance
Saving money on Tesla Roadster insurance not only requires avoiding accidents and claims, but also having good credit, eliminating unneeded coverage, and maximizing policy discounts. Take the time to comparison shop at every other renewal by getting quotes from direct carriers like Progressive and GEICO, and also from local exclusive and independent agents.
The points below are a brief recap of the concepts that were touched on in the above illustrations.
- High-risk drivers who tend to receive serious violations may pay on average $1,640 more annually to insure a Tesla Roadster
- Drivers under the age of 20 are expensive to insure, costing as high as $444 per month if they have full coverage
- Drivers can save approximately $170 per year simply by quoting online in advance
- Increasing deductibles could save up to $525 each year
- Drivers can save approximately $170 per year simply by quoting online in advance
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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