Tesla Roadster Insurance Rates
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The average auto insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster are $1,414 annually for full coverage insurance. Comprehensive costs around $296, collision costs $486, and liability is $474. A liability-only policy costs around $522 a year, with high-risk insurance costing around $3,054. Teenage drivers cost the most to insure at $5,332 a year or more.
Average premium for full coverage: $1,414
Policy rates for type of insurance:
Rates are based on $500 comprehensive and collision deductibles, 30/60 bodily injury liability limits, and includes both medical and UM/UIM coverage. Prices are averaged for all 50 states and for all Roadster models.
Price Range Variability
For the normal driver, Tesla Roadster insurance rates go from as cheap as $522 for basic liability insurance to the much higher price of $3,054 for a driver who requires high-risk insurance.
Urban vs. Rural Price Range
Choosing to live in a large city can make a big difference on car insurance rates. Areas with sparse population are shown to have fewer physical damage claims than densely populated cities.
The example below illustrates how geographic area affects auto insurance rates.
The examples above illustrate why everyone should compare rates quotes for a specific zip code and their own personal driving habits, instead of making a decision based on average rates.
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Rate Comparisons
The chart below illustrates estimated Tesla Roadster insurance rates for additional coverage choices and driver risks.
- The best discount rate is $818
- Raising to $1,000 deductibles will save about $178 each year
- The estimated rate for a good driver age 40 using $500 deductibles is $1,414
- Using pricier low deductibles will cost $1,756
- Drivers who are prone to accidents and violations could pay at least $3,054 or more
- Policy cost with full coverage for a 16-year-old driver for full coverage can be $5,332
Car insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster also range considerably based on the model year and trim level, your risk profile, and deductibles and policy limits.
A more mature driver with no driving violations and high physical damage deductibles may pay as low as $1,300 every 12 months on average, or $108 per month, for full coverage. Rates are much higher for teenagers, where even without any violations or accidents they will be charged as much as $5,300 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 least $1,700 to $2,300 extra every year, depending on your age. Tesla Roadster insurance for high-risk drivers is expensive and can cost from 43% to 134% more than a normal policy. View High Risk Driver Rates
Using high physical damage deductibles can reduce rates by up to $520 annually, whereas buying more liability protection will increase rates. Switching from a 50/100 bodily injury limit to a 250/500 limit will raise rates by up to $426 extra every 12 months. 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 $920 a year in states like Vermont, Wisconsin, and North Carolina, or be forced to pay as much as $1,910 on average in Michigan, New York, and Florida.
| 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% |
Because rates have so much variability, the only way to figure out your exact price is to regularly compare rates from multiple companies. Every auto insurance company uses a different method to calculate rates, so rate quotes will be varied 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 Cheap Tesla Roadster Insurance
Finding cheaper rates on insurance for a Tesla Roadster consists of having a decent driving record, having a good credit score, being claim-free, and qualifying for all possible discounts. Invest the time to compare rates at every other renewal by getting rate quotes from direct insurance companies like Progressive, GEICO, and Esurance, and also from several local insurance agents.
The following items are a quick review of the concepts that were presented in the illustrations above.
- Drivers considered higher risk with a DUI or reckless driving violation pay on average $1,640 more every year than a driver with a clean driving record
- 16 to 18-year-old drivers are the costliest to insure, possibly costing $444 each month if comprehensive and collision insurance is included
- It is possible to save up to $170 per year simply by quoting online well ahead of the renewal date
- Increasing comprehensive and collision deductibles could save up to $525 each year
- It is possible to save up to $170 per year simply by quoting online well ahead of the renewal date
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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