Tesla Roadster Insurance Rates
Enter your zip code below to view companies that have cheap auto insurance rates.
Michelle Robbins
Licensed Insurance Agent
Michelle Robbins has been a licensed insurance agent for over 13 years. Her career began in the real estate industry, supporting local realtors with Title Insurance. After several years, Michelle shifted to real estate home warranty insurance, where she managed a territory of over 100 miles of real estate professionals. Later, Agent Robbins obtained more licensing and experience serving families a...
Licensed Insurance Agent
UPDATED: Mar 29, 2024
It’s all about you. We want to help you make the right coverage choices.
Advertiser Disclosure: We strive to help you make confident car insurance decisions. Comparison shopping should be easy. We are not affiliated with any one car insurance provider and cannot guarantee quotes from any single provider.
Our insurance industry partnerships don’t influence our content. Our opinions are our own. To compare quotes from many different companies please enter your ZIP code on this page to use the free quote tool. The more quotes you compare, the more chances to save.
Editorial Guidelines: We are a free online resource for anyone interested in learning more about auto insurance. Our goal is to be an objective, third-party resource for everything auto insurance related. We update our site regularly, and all content is reviewed by auto insurance experts.
Average insurance prices for a Tesla Roadster are $1,414 every 12 months with full coverage. Comprehensive costs an estimated $296, collision costs $486, and liability is $474. A policy with just liability insurance costs around $522 a year, with coverage for high-risk drivers costing around $3,054. Teen 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:
Rates are based on $500 policy deductibles, split liability limits of 30/60, and includes medical and UM/UIM coverage. Rates are averaged for all U.S. states and for different Roadster trim levels.
Price Range by Coverage and Risk
For an average driver, prices range go from the cheapest price of $522 for just liability insurance to a much higher rate of $3,054 for coverage for higher-risk drivers.
Price Range by Location
Choosing to live in a large city can have significant affects on car insurance rates. More rural locations tend to have more infrequent collision claims than larger metro areas.
The price range example below illustrates the effect of geographic area on insurance prices.
These examples demonstrate why anyone shopping for car insurance should compare rates quotes for a targeted area and their own driving history, instead of using price averages.
Use the form below to get customized rates for your location.
Enter your zip code below to view companies based on your location that have cheap auto insurance rates.
More Rate Details
The chart below details estimated Tesla Roadster insurance rates for other coverage scenarios.
- The lowest rate with discounts is $818
- Raising to $1,000 deductibles will save approximately $178 annually
- The average price for a 40-year-old driver who has $500 deductibles is $1,414
- Choosing more expensive low deductibles increases the price to $1,756
- At-risk drivers with multiple violations and an at-fault accident could pay up to $3,054 or more
- The cost to insure a teen driver with full coverage can cost as much as $5,332
Insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster can also vary considerably based on policy deductibles and limits, your driving record, and the model year and trim level.
Choosing high deductibles can reduce rates by up to $520 every year, while increasing your policy's liability limits will increase premiums. Moving from a 50/100 liability limit to a 250/500 limit will cost as much as $426 more each year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit
An older driver with no violations or accidents and higher deductibles may pay as little as $1,300 every 12 months on average for full coverage. Rates are highest for teen drivers, since even excellent drivers should be prepared to pay at least $5,300 a year. View Rates by Age
If you like to drive fast or you were responsible for an accident, you may be forking out $1,700 to $2,300 additional per year, depending on your age. High-risk driver insurance is expensive and can cost as much as 43% to 134% more than average. View High Risk Driver Rates
Where you live also has a big influence on Tesla Roadster insurance prices. A middle-age driver might find rates as low as $1,020 a year in states like Utah, Ohio, and New Hampshire, or as much as $1,910 on average in New York, Michigan, 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% |

With so much variability in rates, the best way to find out which company is cheapest is to compare rates and see which company has the best rate. Every auto insurance company uses a different rate calculation, and rates can be significantly different.
| 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 Shop for the Best Cheap Tesla Roadster Insurance
Saving money on car insurance consists of being a good driver, having above-average credit, eliminating unnecessary coverage, and maximizing policy discounts. Take the time to compare rates at least once a year by obtaining price quotes from direct companies like GEICO, Progressive, and Esurance, and also from your local independent and exclusive agents.
The following list is a quick review of the primary concepts that were covered in the above illustrations.
- You may be able to save approximately $170 per year simply by shopping early and online
- Higher risk drivers with a DUI or reckless driving violation may pay on average $1,640 more annually than a safer driver
- Increasing deductibles could save as much as $525 each year
- Drivers age 16 to 20 are expensive to insure, with premiums as much as $444 per month if full coverage is included
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.
Compare Rates and Save
Find companies with the cheapest rates in your area