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Estimated auto insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster are $1,414 annually including full coverage. Comprehensive insurance costs around $296, collision insurance costs $486, and liability is $474. A policy with only liability insurance costs around $522 a year, and a high-risk policy costs $3,054 or more. Teenage drivers pay the most at up to $5,332 a year.

Average premium for full coverage: $1,414

Premium estimates for type of coverage:

Comprehensive $296
Collision $486
Liability $474

Prices include $500 policy deductibles, 30/60 liability coverage, and includes medical and UM/UIM coverage. Rates include averaging for all 50 U.S. states and for all Roadster models.

Insurance Price Range by Risk and Coverage

Using a 40-year-old driver as an example, insurance rates for a Tesla Roadster range from as cheap as $522 for just liability insurance to the much higher price of $3,054 for a policy for a high-risk driver.

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

Insurance Price Range by Location

Choosing to live in a large city can have significant affects on the price of insurance. Areas with sparse population are statistically proven to have fewer comprehensive and collision claims than densely populated cities. The example below illustrates how rural and urban location affects auto insurance rates.

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

These rate differences highlight why everyone should compare rates quotes for a specific zip code and their own personal driving habits, instead of using average rates.

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More Rate Details

The chart below breaks down average Tesla Roadster insurance rates for additional coverage choices and driver risks.

  • The best discount rate is $818
  • Raising to $1,000 deductibles will save about $178 every year
  • The estimated rate for a 40-year-old good driver using $500 deductibles is $1,414
  • Using pricier low deductibles costs an additional $342 every year
  • At-risk drivers who are prone to accidents and violations could pay at least $3,054
  • An auto insurance policy with full coverage for a teen driver for full coverage can be $5,332

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

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

A more mature driver with no driving violations and high physical damage deductibles may pay as little as $1,300 every 12 months on average, or $108 per month, for full coverage. Prices are much higher for drivers in their teens, where even without any violations or accidents they will be charged as much as $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 least $1,700 to $2,300 extra annually, depending on your age. Tesla Roadster insurance for high-risk drivers is expensive and can cost as much as 43% to 134% more than a normal policy. View High Risk Driver Rates

Using high physical damage deductibles can reduce prices by up to $520 every year, whereas buying more liability protection will increase prices. Changing from a 50/100 bodily injury limit to a 250/500 limit will cost up to $426 extra every 12 months. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

Where you choose to live also has a big influence on Tesla Roadster insurance prices. A middle-age driver might find prices as low as $1,080 a year in states like Missouri, New Hampshire, and Vermont, or be forced to pay as much as $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 the Right Tesla Roadster Insurance

Finding better rates on car insurance consists of avoiding accidents and claims, having a good credit score, refrain from filing small claims, and consideration of higher deductibles. Set aside time to shop around every year by getting rate quotes from direct car insurance companies, and also from your local independent and exclusive agents.

The points below are a quick rundown of the coverage data raised in the charts and tables above.

  • You may be able to save up to $170 per year just by quoting online well ahead of the renewal date
  • Increasing policy deductibles could save up to $525 each year
  • Drivers under the age of 20 are the costliest to insure, with the cost nearing $444 per month if comprehensive and collision insurance is included
  • Higher risk drivers with reckless driving or DUI convictions may pay on average $1,640 more every year to insure a Tesla Roadster

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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