Tesla Roadster Insurance Rates
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Average insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster are $1,414 a year for full coverage. Comprehensive costs an estimated $296 a year, 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:
Estimates include $500 comprehensive and collision deductibles, liability coverage up to 30/60, and includes medical and UM/UIM coverage. Rates are averaged for all states and Roadster trim levels.
Price Range by Coverage and Risk
For the average driver, prices range go from as low as $522 for just liability insurance to a high of $3,054 for a high-risk driver policy.
Price Range by Location
Choosing to live in a large city can have significant affects on insurance rates. More rural locations tend to have a lower frequency of accident claims than larger metro areas.
The diagram below illustrates how location impacts insurance prices.
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More Rate Details
The chart below shows estimated Tesla Roadster insurance rates for other coverage scenarios.
- The lowest rate with discounts is $818
- Raising to $1,000 deductibles will save approximately $1,236 a year
- The average rate for a 40-year-old driver who has $500 deductibles is $1,414
- Choosing low $100 deductibles will increase the cost to $1,756
- At-risk drivers with multiple violations and an at-fault accident could pay up to $3,054 or more
- The cost for full coverage for a teen driver can cost as much as $5,332
Insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster can also vary considerably based on your driver profile, the trim level of your Roadster, and liability limits and deductibles.
Older drivers with no violations or accidents and high deductibles may pay as little as $1,300 every 12 months on average for full coverage. Rates are highest for teen drivers, where even good drivers should be prepared to pay at least $5,300 a year. View Rates by Age
Where you live also has a big influence on Tesla Roadster insurance prices. A middle-age driver might find rates as low as $930 a year in states like Iowa, Maine, and Idaho, or as much as $2,020 on average in New York, Louisiana, 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% |
Choosing high deductibles can reduce rates by up to $520 every year, while buying higher liability limits will increase premiums. Going from a 50/100 limit to a 250/500 limit will cost as much as $426 more each year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit
If you like to drive fast or tend to cause accidents, you could be paying $1,700 to $2,300 additional per year, depending on your age. A high-risk auto insurance policy is expensive and can cost as much as 43% to 134% more than average. View High Risk Driver Rates
With so much variability in rates, the only way to know which company is cheapest is to get quotes and see which company has the best rate. Every auto insurance company uses a different rate calculation, and rates can be significantly different from one company to the next.
| 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 Low Cost Tesla Roadster Insurance
Saving money on car insurance consists of having a decent driving record, having a good credit history, eliminating unneeded coverage, and maximizing policy discounts. Spend time shopping around every time your policy renews by requesting rates from direct carriers like GEICO and Progressive, and also from local independent and exclusive agents.
The following items are a review of the information touched on above.
- Drivers can save approximately $170 per year simply by quoting early and online
- 16 to 18-year-old drivers are expensive to insure, costing as high as $444 per month including comprehensive and collision insurance
- Increasing deductibles can save around $525 each year
- Higher risk drivers who have several accidents or serious violations pay an average of $1,640 more annually than a driver with a clean driving record
- Policyholders who want additional liability coverage will pay about $520 each year to raise from a minimum limit to 250/500 limits
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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