Tesla Roadster Insurance Rates
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The average insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster are $1,414 a year for full coverage insurance. Comprehensive insurance costs approximately $296, collision insurance costs $486, and liability is estimated at $474. Liability-only insurance costs approximately $522 a year, and high-risk driver insurance costs $3,054 or more. Teenage drivers cost the most to insure at up to $5,332 a year.
Average premium for full coverage: $1,414
Policy rates by type of insurance:
Includes $500 physical damage insurance deductibles, liability coverage up to 30/60, and includes uninsured motorist and medical coverage. Prices are averaged for all 50 states and for different Roadster trim levels.
Price Range Variability
For an average driver, Tesla Roadster insurance rates range from the low end price of $522 for the bare minimum liability coverage to a much higher rate of $3,054 for a high-risk driver policy.
Urban vs. Rural Price Range
Living in a larger city can make a big difference on the price of auto insurance. Rural locations are shown to have lower incidents of physical damage claims than densely populated cities. The price range example below illustrates the effect of geographic area on auto insurance prices.
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Additional Rate Information
The chart below illustrates average Tesla Roadster insurance rates for additional coverage and risk scenarios.
- The best discount rate is $818
- Choosing higher $1,000 deductibles can save $178 each year
- The estimated price for a good driver age 40 who chooses $500 deductibles is $1,414
- Using more expensive low deductibles for comp and collision coverage will cost an additional $342 annually
- Higher-risk drivers who are prone to accidents and violations could pay around $3,054
- Policy cost that insures a 16-year-old driver with full coverage can cost $5,332 each year
Auto insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster also range considerably based on the model year and trim level, your age and driving record, and physical damage deductibles and liability limits.
If you have a few points on your driving record or you caused an accident, you are probably paying anywhere from $1,700 to $2,300 in extra premium every year, depending on your age. High-risk driver insurance ranges from 43% to 134% more than a normal policy. View High Risk Driver Rates
An older driver with a good driving record and higher comprehensive and collision deductibles may pay as low as $1,300 annually on average, or $108 per month, for full coverage. Rates are much higher for teenagers, since even teens with perfect driving records will have to pay in the ballpark of $5,300 a year. View Rates by Age
Your home state plays a big part in determining prices for Tesla Roadster insurance prices. A good driver about age 40 could pay as low as $920 a year in states like North Carolina, Wisconsin, and Vermont, or be forced to pay as much as $1,910 on average in Florida, 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% |
Using high physical damage deductibles can save as much as $520 annually, while increasing your policy's liability limits will push rates upward. Switching from a 50/100 bodily injury protection limit to a 250/500 limit will raise rates by up to $426 extra every year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit
| 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 Find the Cheapest Tesla Roadster Insurance
Finding cheaper rates on insurance for a Tesla Roadster takes being a low-risk driver, maintaining a good credit score, being claim-free, and possibly higher deductibles. Compare prices every time your policy renews by getting rate quotes from direct insurance companies, and also from your local car insurance providers.
The items below are a recap of the information covered in the above illustrations.
- It is possible to save around $170 per year just by shopping early and online
- Teen drivers have the highest car insurance rates, possibly costing $444 each month if the policy includes full coverage
- Increasing comprehensive and collision deductibles can save approximately $525 each year
- Drivers considered higher risk that have major violations or accidents could be charged and average of $1,640 more per year to insure their Roadster
- Insureds who purchase more liability coverage will pay an extra $520 annually to raise limits from a 30/60 limit to the 250/500 level
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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