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U.S. average insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster are $1,414 a year with full coverage. Comprehensive insurance costs on average $296, collision costs $486, and liability coverage is estimated at $474. A policy with just liability insurance costs approximately $522 a year, with coverage for high-risk drivers costing $3,054 or more. Teens pay the highest rates at $5,332 a year or more.

Average premium for full coverage: $1,414

Price estimates by individual coverage:

Comprehensive $296
Collision $486
Liability $474

These estimates include $500 deductibles, 30/60 liability coverage, and includes both medical and uninsured motorist insurance. Estimates are averaged for all U.S. states and for different Roadster trim levels.

Price Range from Low to High

For a driver in their 40's, Tesla Roadster insurance prices go from as low as $522 for minimum levels of liability insurance to a much higher rate of $3,054 for a policy for a high-risk driver.

Liability Only $522
Full Coverage $1,414
High Risk $3,054

Geographic Price Range

Living in a larger city has a large influence on auto insurance rates. Rural areas have a lower frequency of collision claims than cities with more traffic congestion.

The price range example below illustrates how location helps determine car insurance rates.

Rural Areas $1,061
Small Cities $1,485
Large Cities $1,909

The ranges above demonstrate why anyone shopping for car insurance should get quotes based on a specific location and risk profile, rather than using averaged prices.

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Additional Rate Details

The chart below details estimated Tesla Roadster insurance rates for different risk profiles and scenarios.

  • The cheapest rate after discounts is $818
  • Choosing higher $1,000 deductibles can save around $178 annually
  • The average rate for the average middle-age driver with $500 deductibles is $1,414
  • Selecting more expensive low deductibles for comp and collision coverage will cost an extra $342 each year
  • Drivers with serious driving violations could pay upwards of $3,054 or more
  • The price for full coverage for a teenage driver with full coverage may cost $5,332 each year

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Tesla Roadster insurance cost comparison chart
Column chart showing full coverage Tesla Roadster insurance prices range from $818 to $5,332

Insurance prices for a Tesla Roadster are also quite variable based on your driving record, the trim level and model year, and policy deductibles and limits.

An older driver with a clean driving record and high deductibles may only pay around $1,300 annually on average for full coverage. Prices are much higher for teenage drivers, where even good drivers can expect to pay upwards of $5,300 a year. View Rates by Age

The state you live in plays a big part in determining prices for Tesla Roadster insurance rates. A good driver about age 40 could pay as low as $1,020 a year in states like New Hampshire, Ohio, and Utah, or have to pay at least $1,910 on average in Florida, Michigan, and New York.

Tesla Roadster Insurance Rates by State
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%

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Tesla Roadster insurance rates by U.S. city

Choosing higher comprehensive and collision insurance deductibles can save as much as $520 a year, while increasing your policy's liability limits will cost you more. Moving from a 50/100 limit to a 250/500 limit will increase prices by as much as $426 more per year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

If you have some driving violations or tend to cause accidents, you may be forking out at a minimum $1,700 to $2,300 extra each year, depending on your age. High-risk driver insurance ranges around 43% to 134% more than the average policy. View High Risk Driver Rates

Since prices can be so different, the best way to find out exactly what you will pay is to compare prices and see how they stack up. Each auto insurer calculates prices differently, so the prices may be quite different from one company to the next.

Tesla Roadster Insurance Rates by Model Year
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 Cheap Tesla Roadster Insurance

Getting lower rates on auto insurance takes not taking risks behind the wheel, maintaining good credit, avoid buying unnecessary coverage, and bundling your home and auto policies. Invest time comparing rates every year by quoting rates from direct companies like Progressive and GEICO, and also from local insurance agents.

The following is a brief summary of the coverage data covered in the charts and tables above.

  • You may be able to save as much as $170 per year simply by shopping early and online
  • Increasing physical damage deductibles can save around $525 each year
  • Teens pay the highest prices, costing up to $444 a month for full coverage
  • Drivers that tend to have accidents or serious violations may be required to pay an average of $1,640 more each year for Roadster insurance

Rates by Driver Age

Tesla Roadster Insurance 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

Tesla Roadster Insurance Rates with Different Deductibles
Deductible Premium
$100 $1,756
$250 $1,598
$500 $1,414
$1,000 $1,236

Full coverage, driver age 40

Rates by Liability Limit

Tesla Roadster Insurance Rates with Different Liability Limits
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

Tesla Roadster Insurance 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.

SR-22 Surcharge $196

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
Rate after discounts $818

Discounts are estimated and may not be available from every company or in every state.

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