Tesla Roadster Insurance Rates
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The average auto insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster are $1,482 annually for full coverage insurance. Comprehensive insurance costs on average $314, collision costs $536, and liability is $474. Liability-only insurance costs around $522 a year, with high-risk driver insurance costing $3,206 or more. Teens cost the most to insure at $5,554 a year or more.
Average premium for full coverage: $1,482
Policy rates by type of insurance:
Price estimates include $500 policy deductibles, 30/60 split liability limits, and includes both medical and uninsured motorist insurance. Prices are averaged for all 50 states and for different Roadster trim levels.
Price Range Variability
For a 40-year-old driver, Tesla Roadster insurance rates go from as cheap as $522 for minimum levels of liability insurance to a much higher rate of $3,206 for a high-risk insurance policy.
Urban vs. Rural Price Range
Choosing to live in a large city can have significant affects on insurance rates. Rural areas are shown to have fewer physical damage claims than cities with more traffic congestion.
The price range example below illustrates how your location can change car insurance rates.
The examples above illustrate why anyone shopping for car insurance should compare rates quotes based on a specific location and their own personal driving habits, instead of using averaged prices.
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Additional Rate Details
The chart below illustrates estimated Tesla Roadster insurance rates for different risk profiles and scenarios.
- The cheapest rate after discounts is $850
- Raising to $1,000 deductibles will save around $194 each year
- The estimated rate for a good driver age 40 with $500 deductibles is $1,482
- Selecting more expensive low deductibles costs an additional $372 every year
- At-risk drivers with serious driving violations could pay upwards of $3,206 or more
- Policy cost with full coverage for a teen driver with full coverage may cost $5,554
Auto insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster also range considerably based on the model year and trim level, your risk profile, and policy deductibles and limits.
An older driver with a good driving record and high physical damage deductibles may pay as little as $1,400 every 12 months on average, or $117 per month, for full coverage. Rates are much higher for teenagers, where even without any violations or accidents they will have to pay upwards of $5,500 a year. View Rates by Age
If you have a few points on your driving record or you caused a few accidents, you are probably paying at a minimum $1,800 to $2,400 in extra premium every year, depending on your age. High-risk driver insurance is expensive and can cost as much as 43% to 136% more than the average policy. View High Risk Driver Rates
Choosing higher comprehensive and collision insurance deductibles can reduce rates by up to $570 every year, while increasing your policy's liability limits will cost you more. Switching from a 50/100 bodily injury limit to a 250/500 limit will raise rates by up to $426 extra every year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit
Your home state also has a big influence on Tesla Roadster insurance prices. A middle-age driver might find rates as low as $970 a year in states like Vermont, Wisconsin, and North Carolina, or have to pay at least $2,000 on average in Michigan, New York, and Florida.
| State | Premium | Compared to U.S. Avg | Percent Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $1,340 | -$142 | -9.6% |
| Alaska | $1,134 | -$348 | -23.5% |
| Arizona | $1,228 | -$254 | -17.1% |
| Arkansas | $1,482 | -$0 | 0.0% |
| California | $1,688 | $206 | 13.9% |
| Colorado | $1,416 | -$66 | -4.5% |
| Connecticut | $1,522 | $40 | 2.7% |
| Delaware | $1,678 | $196 | 13.2% |
| Florida | $1,854 | $372 | 25.1% |
| Georgia | $1,366 | -$116 | -7.8% |
| Hawaii | $1,064 | -$418 | -28.2% |
| Idaho | $1,000 | -$482 | -32.5% |
| Illinois | $1,104 | -$378 | -25.5% |
| Indiana | $1,114 | -$368 | -24.8% |
| Iowa | $1,000 | -$482 | -32.5% |
| Kansas | $1,408 | -$74 | -5.0% |
| Kentucky | $2,020 | $538 | 36.3% |
| Louisiana | $2,190 | $708 | 47.8% |
| Maine | $914 | -$568 | -38.3% |
| Maryland | $1,222 | -$260 | -17.5% |
| Massachusetts | $1,184 | -$298 | -20.1% |
| Michigan | $2,574 | $1,092 | 73.7% |
| Minnesota | $1,238 | -$244 | -16.5% |
| Mississippi | $1,774 | $292 | 19.7% |
| Missouri | $1,314 | -$168 | -11.3% |
| Montana | $1,592 | $110 | 7.4% |
| Nebraska | $1,168 | -$314 | -21.2% |
| Nevada | $1,776 | $294 | 19.8% |
| New Hampshire | $1,066 | -$416 | -28.1% |
| New Jersey | $1,654 | $172 | 11.6% |
| New Mexico | $1,312 | -$170 | -11.5% |
| New York | $1,560 | $78 | 5.3% |
| North Carolina | $852 | -$630 | -42.5% |
| North Dakota | $1,212 | -$270 | -18.2% |
| Ohio | $1,022 | -$460 | -31.0% |
| Oklahoma | $1,522 | $40 | 2.7% |
| Oregon | $1,356 | -$126 | -8.5% |
| Pennsylvania | $1,414 | -$68 | -4.6% |
| Rhode Island | $1,974 | $492 | 33.2% |
| South Carolina | $1,342 | -$140 | -9.4% |
| South Dakota | $1,250 | -$232 | -15.7% |
| Tennessee | $1,296 | -$186 | -12.6% |
| Texas | $1,786 | $304 | 20.5% |
| Utah | $1,096 | -$386 | -26.0% |
| Vermont | $1,014 | -$468 | -31.6% |
| Virginia | $888 | -$594 | -40.1% |
| Washington | $1,146 | -$336 | -22.7% |
| West Virginia | $1,358 | -$124 | -8.4% |
| Wisconsin | $1,026 | -$456 | -30.8% |
| Wyoming | $1,320 | -$162 | -10.9% |
Because rates have so much variability, the only way to figure out exactly what you will pay is to compare rates and see which company has the best rate. Every auto insurance company calculates rates differently, and quoted rates will be varied between companies.
| Model Year | Comprehensive | Collision | Liability | Total Premium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Tesla Roadster | $314 | $536 | $474 | $1,482 |
| 2010 Tesla Roadster | $296 | $486 | $474 | $1,414 |
| 2008 Tesla Roadster | $282 | $426 | $460 | $1,326 |
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 Cheaper Tesla Roadster Insurance
Finding cheaper rates on car insurance consists of avoiding accidents and claims, having above-average credit, being claim-free, and taking advantage of discounts. Invest the time to shop around at least every other year by getting quotes from direct insurance companies like Progressive, GEICO, and Esurance, and also from local exclusive and independent agents.
The points below are a condensed summary of the car insurance concepts illustrated above.
- Higher risk drivers with multiple at-fault accidents may pay on average $1,720 more each year to insure a Tesla Roadster
- It is possible to save as much as $180 per year simply by shopping early and online
- Increasing comprehensive and collision deductibles could save up to $575 each year
- Policyholders who require increased liability limits will pay approximately $520 annually to raise from a 30/60 limit to higher 250/500 limits
Rate Tables and Charts
Rates by Driver Age
| Driver Age | Premium |
|---|---|
| 16 | $5,554 |
| 20 | $3,404 |
| 30 | $1,540 |
| 40 | $1,482 |
| 50 | $1,352 |
| 60 | $1,326 |
Full coverage, $500 deductibles
Rates by Deductible
| Deductible | Premium |
|---|---|
| $100 | $1,854 |
| $250 | $1,682 |
| $500 | $1,482 |
| $1,000 | $1,288 |
Full coverage, driver age 40
Rates by Liability Limit
| Liability Limit | Premium |
|---|---|
| 30/60 | $1,482 |
| 50/100 | $1,577 |
| 100/300 | $1,695 |
| 250/500 | $2,003 |
| 100 CSL | $1,624 |
| 300 CSL | $1,885 |
| 500 CSL | $2,075 |
Full coverage, driver age 40
Rates for High Risk Drivers
| Age | Premium |
|---|---|
| 16 | $7,924 |
| 20 | $5,432 |
| 30 | $3,274 |
| 40 | $3,206 |
| 50 | $3,062 |
| 60 | $3,032 |
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 | $79 |
| Multi-vehicle | $79 |
| Homeowner | $23 |
| 5-yr Accident Free | $108 |
| 5-yr Claim Free | $97 |
| Paid in Full/EFT | $67 |
| Advance Quote | $73 |
| Online Quote | $106 |
| Total Discounts | $632 |
Discounts are estimated and may not be available from every company or in every state.
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