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UPDATED: Jun 5, 2023

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The average insurance rates for a Nissan Leaf are $1,286 a year for full coverage. Comprehensive costs approximately $242, collision costs $426, and liability coverage is $460. Liability-only coverage costs around $510 a year, with high-risk coverage costing around $2,790. Teenage drivers cost the most to insure at $4,956 a year or more.

Average premium for full coverage: $1,286

Policy rates by type of insurance:

Comprehensive $242
Collision $426
Liability $460

Includes $500 deductibles, bodily injury liability limits of 30/60, and includes medical/PIP and uninsured motorist coverage. Prices are averaged for all states and for all Leaf models.

Price Range Variability

Using a middle-aged driver as an example, Nissan Leaf insurance rates go from as low as $510 for liability-only coverage to the much higher price of $2,790 for a driver who has had serious violations or accidents.

Liability Only $510
Full Coverage $1,286
High Risk $2,790

Urban vs. Rural Price Range

Choosing to live in a large city has a large influence on car insurance rates. Rural locations are shown to have a lower frequency of accident claims than densely populated cities.

The example below illustrates how where you live affects auto insurance prices.

Rural Areas $965
Small Cities $1,350
Large Cities $1,736

The examples above show why everyone should compare rates quotes using their specific location and risk profile, rather than using average rates.

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

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Additional Charts and Tables

The chart below shows estimated Nissan Leaf insurance rates for additional coverage and risk scenarios.

  • The best discount rate is $749
  • Raising to $1,000 deductibles will save $152 a year
  • The average rate for a good driver age 40 who chooses $500 deductibles is $1,286
  • Using pricier low deductibles will increase the cost to $1,582
  • Unlucky drivers who are prone to accidents and violations could pay around $2,790 or more
  • Policy cost for full coverage for a teenage driver for full coverage can cost $4,956

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Nissan Leaf insurance cost comparison chart
Column chart showing full coverage Nissan Leaf insurance rates range from $749 to $4,956

Insurance rates for a Nissan Leaf also range considerably based on your risk profile, the trim level of your Leaf, and physical damage deductibles and liability limits.

A more mature driver with no violations or accidents and high deductibles may only pay around $1,200 every 12 months on average, or $100 per month, for full coverage. Rates are much higher for teenagers, where even good drivers should be prepared to pay in the ballpark of $4,900 a year. View Rates by Age

Your home state also has a big influence on Nissan Leaf insurance rates. A middle-age driver might find rates as low as $850 a year in states like Iowa, Maine, and Idaho, or be forced to pay as much as $1,840 on average in New York, Louisiana, and Michigan.

Nissan Leaf Insurance Rates by State
State Premium Compared to U.S. Avg Percent Difference
Alabama $1,164 -$122 -9.5%
Alaska $986 -$300 -23.3%
Arizona $1,068 -$218 -17.0%
Arkansas $1,286 -$0 0.0%
California $1,466 $180 14.0%
Colorado $1,230 -$56 -4.4%
Connecticut $1,322 $36 2.8%
Delaware $1,456 $170 13.2%
Florida $1,608 $322 25.0%
Georgia $1,188 -$98 -7.6%
Hawaii $924 -$362 -28.1%
Idaho $870 -$416 -32.3%
Illinois $958 -$328 -25.5%
Indiana $968 -$318 -24.7%
Iowa $868 -$418 -32.5%
Kansas $1,222 -$64 -5.0%
Kentucky $1,756 $470 36.5%
Louisiana $1,904 $618 48.1%
Maine $794 -$492 -38.3%
Maryland $1,062 -$224 -17.4%
Massachusetts $1,030 -$256 -19.9%
Michigan $2,234 $948 73.7%
Minnesota $1,076 -$210 -16.3%
Mississippi $1,540 $254 19.8%
Missouri $1,140 -$146 -11.4%
Montana $1,382 $96 7.5%
Nebraska $1,014 -$272 -21.2%
Nevada $1,544 $258 20.1%
New Hampshire $928 -$358 -27.8%
New Jersey $1,438 $152 11.8%
New Mexico $1,140 -$146 -11.4%
New York $1,354 $68 5.3%
North Carolina $742 -$544 -42.3%
North Dakota $1,052 -$234 -18.2%
Ohio $888 -$398 -30.9%
Oklahoma $1,322 $36 2.8%
Oregon $1,178 -$108 -8.4%
Pennsylvania $1,226 -$60 -4.7%
Rhode Island $1,716 $430 33.4%
South Carolina $1,164 -$122 -9.5%
South Dakota $1,086 -$200 -15.6%
Tennessee $1,128 -$158 -12.3%
Texas $1,552 $266 20.7%
Utah $952 -$334 -26.0%
Vermont $882 -$404 -31.4%
Virginia $770 -$516 -40.1%
Washington $996 -$290 -22.6%
West Virginia $1,178 -$108 -8.4%
Wisconsin $892 -$394 -30.6%
Wyoming $1,148 -$138 -10.7%

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Nissan Leaf insurance rates by U.S. city

Using high physical damage deductibles can reduce rates by up to $450 a year, whereas buying more liability protection will push rates upward. Going from a 50/100 limit to a 250/500 limit will raise rates by up to $414 more each year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

If you have a few points on your driving record or tend to cause accidents, you could be paying anywhere from $1,500 to $2,100 additional every year, depending on your age. Nissan Leaf insurance for high-risk drivers is expensive and can cost around 42% to 130% more than a normal policy. View High Risk Driver Rates

Because rates have so much variability, the only way to know who has the cheapest car insurance rates is to regularly compare rates and see how they stack up. Every auto insurance company uses a different method to calculate rates, and rates will be varied from one company to the next.

Nissan Leaf Insurance Rates by Model Year
Model Year Comprehensive Collision Liability Total Premium
2024 Nissan Leaf $362 $688 $372 $1,580
2023 Nissan Leaf $346 $660 $390 $1,554
2022 Nissan Leaf $332 $656 $398 $1,544
2021 Nissan Leaf $320 $640 $416 $1,534
2020 Nissan Leaf $310 $612 $430 $1,510
2019 Nissan Leaf $292 $592 $442 $1,484
2018 Nissan Leaf $282 $548 $452 $1,440
2017 Nissan Leaf $270 $516 $456 $1,400
2016 Nissan Leaf $258 $464 $460 $1,340
2015 Nissan Leaf $242 $426 $460 $1,286
2014 Nissan Leaf $234 $400 $464 $1,256
2013 Nissan Leaf $228 $374 $474 $1,234
2012 Nissan Leaf $210 $346 $474 $1,188
2011 Nissan Leaf $206 $314 $478 $1,156

Rates are averaged for all Nissan Leaf 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 the Cheapest Nissan Leaf Insurance

Finding cheaper rates on auto insurance consists of not taking risks behind the wheel, having a good credit history, avoid buying unnecessary coverage, and qualifying for all possible discounts. Take the time to comparison shop every other policy renewal by getting rate quotes from direct carriers like GEICO, Progressive, and Esurance, and also from local exclusive and independent agents.

The following is a recap of the ideas that were touched on in the above illustrations.

  • Teens are the costliest to insure, costing up to $413 each month including comprehensive and collision insurance
  • Drivers that have major violations or accidents may pay on average $1,500 more per year for Leaf insurance
  • Increasing comprehensive and collision deductibles can save around $450 each year
  • Drivers can save around $150 per year simply by quoting online well ahead of the renewal date

Rates by Driver Age

Nissan Leaf Insurance Rates by Driver Age
Driver Age Premium
16 $4,956
20 $2,972
30 $1,330
40 $1,286
50 $1,178
60 $1,154

Full coverage, $500 deductibles

Rates by Deductible

Nissan Leaf Insurance Rates with Different Deductibles
Deductible Premium
$100 $1,582
$250 $1,444
$500 $1,286
$1,000 $1,134

Full coverage, driver age 40

Rates by Liability Limit

Nissan Leaf Insurance Rates with Different Liability Limits
Liability Limit Premium
30/60 $1,286
50/100 $1,378
100/300 $1,493
250/500 $1,792
100 CSL $1,424
300 CSL $1,677
500 CSL $1,861

Full coverage, driver age 40

Rates for High Risk Drivers

Nissan Leaf Insurance Rates for High Risk Drivers
Age Premium
16 $7,044
20 $4,740
30 $2,838
40 $2,790
50 $2,666
60 $2,642

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 $180

Potential Rate Discounts

If you qualify for discounts, you may save the amounts shown below.

Discount Savings
Multi-policy $68
Multi-vehicle $69
Homeowner $20
5-yr Accident Free $90
5-yr Claim Free $83
Paid in Full/EFT $55
Advance Quote $62
Online Quote $90
Total Discounts $537
Rate after discounts $749

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

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