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Estimated auto insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster are $1,414 annually including full coverage. Comprehensive costs on average $296 each year, collision insurance costs $486, and liability coverage costs around $474. Liability-only insurance costs as low as $522 a year, and high-risk driver insurance costs around $3,054. 16-year-old drivers pay the most at up to $5,332 a year.

Average premium for full coverage: $1,414

Premium estimates by type of coverage:

Comprehensive $296
Collision $486
Liability $474

Estimates include $500 physical damage insurance deductibles, liability coverage up to 30/60, and includes medical and uninsured motorist coverage. Rates include averaging for all 50 U.S. states and Roadster models.

Insurance Price Range by Risk and Coverage

For the normal driver, insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster range from as cheap as $522 for just liability coverage to a high rate of $3,054 for a high-risk driver policy.

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

Insurance Price Range by Location

Where you live has a large influence on car insurance rates. Rural areas are statistically proven to have fewer comprehensive and collision claims than congested cities. The graphic below illustrates how geographic area affects car insurance rates.

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

These rate differences highlight why all drivers should compare prices based on a specific location and their own personal driving habits, rather than using rate averages.

Use the form below to get customized rates for your location.

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Detailed Rate Analysis

The chart below breaks down average Tesla Roadster insurance rates for different risk profiles and scenarios.

  • The best full coverage rate is $818
  • Using higher $1,000 deductibles will save around $178 every year
  • The estimated rate for a 40-year-old good driver with $500 deductibles is $1,414
  • Buying low deductibles for physical damage coverage will cost $1,756
  • Higher-risk drivers with multiple tickets or accidents could pay upwards of $3,054
  • An auto insurance policy with full coverage for a teenage driver may cost $5,332 or more

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

Insurance prices for a Tesla Roadster also have a wide range based on the model of your Roadster, your driving characteristics, and policy deductibles and limits.

More mature drivers with no violations or accidents and high physical damage deductibles may only pay around $1,300 a year, or $108 per month, for full coverage. Prices are highest for drivers in their teens, where even without any violations or accidents they should be prepared to pay upwards of $5,300 a year. View Rates by Age

If you have a few violations or you caused a few accidents, you are likely paying at a minimum $1,700 to $2,300 additional annually, depending on your age. Insurance for high-risk drivers can be around 43% to 134% more than the average rate. View High Risk Driver Rates

Opting for high physical damage deductibles could cut prices by as much as $520 a year, whereas increasing liability limits will cost you more. Changing from a 50/100 bodily injury limit to a 250/500 limit will cost up to $426 more each year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

Where you choose to live has a huge impact on Tesla Roadster insurance rates. A driver around age 40 might see prices as low as $1,080 a year in states like Missouri, New Hampshire, and Vermont, or at least $2,020 on average in Michigan, New York, and Louisiana.

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
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 Buy Low Cost Tesla Roadster Insurance

Finding better rates on auto insurance requires being a low-risk driver, having good credit, refrain from filing small claims, and dropping full coverage on older vehicles. Invest the time to compare rates every time your policy renews by quoting rates from direct car insurance companies, and also from several local insurance agents.

The items below are a review of the information presented in the illustrations above.

  • You may be able to save as much as $170 per year just by quoting online in advance
  • Teen drivers pay higher prices, with the cost nearing $444 per month if they have full coverage
  • Increasing policy deductibles could save up to $525 each year
  • Drivers who have several accidents or serious violations pay on average $1,640 more each year to insure their Roadster
  • Consumers who require more liability coverage will pay around $520 per year to increase from 30/60 bodily injury limits to higher 250/500 limits

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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