Tesla Roadster Insurance Rates
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Estimated insurance prices for a Tesla Roadster are $1,482 every 12 months for full coverage insurance. Comprehensive insurance costs an estimated $314 a year, collision costs $536, and liability coverage is $474. Liability-only insurance costs around $522 a year, with high-risk driver insurance costing $3,206 or more. Teenage drivers pay the most at $5,554 a year or more.
Average premium for full coverage: $1,482
Premium estimates broken down by type of coverage:
Includes $500 policy deductibles, split liability limits of 30/60, and includes both medical and uninsured motorist insurance. Rates include averaging for all 50 states and Roadster trim levels.
Insurance Price Range by Risk and Coverage
For a driver around age 40, insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster go from the cheapest price of $522 for minimum levels of liability insurance to a high of $3,206 for coverage for higher-risk drivers.
Insurance Price Range by Location
Choosing to live in a large city has a large influence on the price of insurance. More rural locations are statistically proven to have more infrequent physical damage claims than densely populated cities.
The diagram below illustrates the difference between rural and urban areas on insurance prices.
These rate differences illustrate why it is important to compare rates quotes for a targeted area and their own driving history, rather than using average rates.
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Additional Rate Details
The chart below illustrates estimated Tesla Roadster insurance rates for other coverage scenarios.
- The best discount rate is $850
- Raising to $1,000 deductibles will save approximately $1,288 each year
- The average price for a 40-year-old good driver who has $500 deductibles is $1,482
- Using low $100 deductibles costs an extra $372 each year
- Unlucky drivers who are prone to accidents and violations could pay up to $3,206 or more
- An auto insurance policy to insure a teenage driver can cost as much as $5,554
Insurance prices for a Tesla Roadster also have a wide range based on physical damage deductibles and liability limits, your risk profile, and the model year and trim level.
Using high physical damage deductibles can reduce prices by up to $570 a year, while buying higher liability limits will increase premiums. Switching from a 50/100 liability limit to a 250/500 limit will cost up to $426 more each year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit
Older drivers with no violations or accidents and higher deductibles may only pay around $1,400 every 12 months on average, or $117 per month, for full coverage. Prices are much higher for drivers in their teens, since even excellent drivers should be prepared to pay at least $5,500 a year. View Rates by Age
If you have a few violations or you were responsible for an accident, you are probably paying $1,800 to $2,400 additional annually, depending on your age. A high-risk auto insurance policy is expensive and can cost around 43% to 136% more than a normal policy. View High Risk Driver Rates
Where you choose to live also has a big influence on Tesla Roadster insurance rates. A middle-age driver might find prices as low as $970 a year in states like North Carolina, Wisconsin, and Vermont, or be forced to pay as much as $2,000 on average in Florida, New York, and Michigan.
| State | Premium | Compared to U.S. Avg | Percent Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $1,340 | -$142 | -9.6% |
| Alaska | $1,134 | -$348 | -23.5% |
| Arizona | $1,228 | -$254 | -17.1% |
| Arkansas | $1,482 | -$0 | 0.0% |
| California | $1,688 | $206 | 13.9% |
| Colorado | $1,416 | -$66 | -4.5% |
| Connecticut | $1,522 | $40 | 2.7% |
| Delaware | $1,678 | $196 | 13.2% |
| Florida | $1,854 | $372 | 25.1% |
| Georgia | $1,366 | -$116 | -7.8% |
| Hawaii | $1,064 | -$418 | -28.2% |
| Idaho | $1,000 | -$482 | -32.5% |
| Illinois | $1,104 | -$378 | -25.5% |
| Indiana | $1,114 | -$368 | -24.8% |
| Iowa | $1,000 | -$482 | -32.5% |
| Kansas | $1,408 | -$74 | -5.0% |
| Kentucky | $2,020 | $538 | 36.3% |
| Louisiana | $2,190 | $708 | 47.8% |
| Maine | $914 | -$568 | -38.3% |
| Maryland | $1,222 | -$260 | -17.5% |
| Massachusetts | $1,184 | -$298 | -20.1% |
| Michigan | $2,574 | $1,092 | 73.7% |
| Minnesota | $1,238 | -$244 | -16.5% |
| Mississippi | $1,774 | $292 | 19.7% |
| Missouri | $1,314 | -$168 | -11.3% |
| Montana | $1,592 | $110 | 7.4% |
| Nebraska | $1,168 | -$314 | -21.2% |
| Nevada | $1,776 | $294 | 19.8% |
| New Hampshire | $1,066 | -$416 | -28.1% |
| New Jersey | $1,654 | $172 | 11.6% |
| New Mexico | $1,312 | -$170 | -11.5% |
| New York | $1,560 | $78 | 5.3% |
| North Carolina | $852 | -$630 | -42.5% |
| North Dakota | $1,212 | -$270 | -18.2% |
| Ohio | $1,022 | -$460 | -31.0% |
| Oklahoma | $1,522 | $40 | 2.7% |
| Oregon | $1,356 | -$126 | -8.5% |
| Pennsylvania | $1,414 | -$68 | -4.6% |
| Rhode Island | $1,974 | $492 | 33.2% |
| South Carolina | $1,342 | -$140 | -9.4% |
| South Dakota | $1,250 | -$232 | -15.7% |
| Tennessee | $1,296 | -$186 | -12.6% |
| Texas | $1,786 | $304 | 20.5% |
| Utah | $1,096 | -$386 | -26.0% |
| Vermont | $1,014 | -$468 | -31.6% |
| Virginia | $888 | -$594 | -40.1% |
| Washington | $1,146 | -$336 | -22.7% |
| West Virginia | $1,358 | -$124 | -8.4% |
| Wisconsin | $1,026 | -$456 | -30.8% |
| Wyoming | $1,320 | -$162 | -10.9% |

With such a large range in prices, the only way to figure out which insurance company is cheapest is to get quotes and see how they stack up. Every auto insurance company uses a different method to calculate prices, and prices will be substantially different.
| Model Year | Comprehensive | Collision | Liability | Total Premium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Tesla Roadster | $314 | $536 | $474 | $1,482 |
| 2010 Tesla Roadster | $296 | $486 | $474 | $1,414 |
| 2008 Tesla Roadster | $282 | $426 | $460 | $1,326 |
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 Cheapest Tesla Roadster Insurance
Finding better rates on auto insurance consists of being safe and accident-free, having above-average credit, paying for small claims out-of-pocket, and maximizing policy discounts. Set aside time to compare rates at least once a year by requesting rates from direct insurance companies, and also from insurance agencies where you live.
Below you'll find a recap of the primary concepts that were covered above.
- It is possible to save approximately $180 per year simply by quoting early and online
- Drivers that have major violations or accidents could be forced to pay on average $1,720 more annually than a low-risk driver
- Increasing policy deductibles could save as much as $575 each year
- Youthful drivers are expensive to insure, with premiums being up to $463 per month if full coverage is included
Rate Tables and Charts
Rates by Driver Age
| Driver Age | Premium |
|---|---|
| 16 | $5,554 |
| 20 | $3,404 |
| 30 | $1,540 |
| 40 | $1,482 |
| 50 | $1,352 |
| 60 | $1,326 |
Full coverage, $500 deductibles
Rates by Deductible
| Deductible | Premium |
|---|---|
| $100 | $1,854 |
| $250 | $1,682 |
| $500 | $1,482 |
| $1,000 | $1,288 |
Full coverage, driver age 40
Rates by Liability Limit
| Liability Limit | Premium |
|---|---|
| 30/60 | $1,482 |
| 50/100 | $1,577 |
| 100/300 | $1,695 |
| 250/500 | $2,003 |
| 100 CSL | $1,624 |
| 300 CSL | $1,885 |
| 500 CSL | $2,075 |
Full coverage, driver age 40
Rates for High Risk Drivers
| Age | Premium |
|---|---|
| 16 | $7,924 |
| 20 | $5,432 |
| 30 | $3,274 |
| 40 | $3,206 |
| 50 | $3,062 |
| 60 | $3,032 |
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 | $79 |
| Multi-vehicle | $79 |
| Homeowner | $23 |
| 5-yr Accident Free | $108 |
| 5-yr Claim Free | $97 |
| Paid in Full/EFT | $67 |
| Advance Quote | $73 |
| Online Quote | $106 |
| Total Discounts | $632 |
Discounts are estimated and may not be available from every company or in every state.
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