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The average insurance prices for a Tesla Model 3 are $1,588 every 12 months for full coverage insurance. Comprehensive costs around $344, collision insurance costs $724, and liability insurance costs $384. Buying just liability costs as little as $432 a year, and insurance for high-risk drivers costs around $3,470. Teenage drivers cost the most to insure at up to $5,792 a year.

Average premium for full coverage: $1,588

Policy rates for type of insurance:

Comprehensive $344
Collision $724
Liability $384

Rates are based on $500 physical damage insurance deductibles, 30/60 split liability limits, and includes medical and UM/UIM coverage. Prices are averaged for all 50 states and for all Model 3 models.

Price Range Variability

For the normal driver, Tesla Model 3 insurance rates range from the cheapest price of $432 for just liability insurance to the much higher price of $3,470 for a high-risk insurance policy.

Liability Only $432
Full Coverage $1,588
High Risk $3,470

Urban vs. Rural Price Range

Your location has a significant impact on car insurance rates. Areas with sparse population are shown to have more infrequent physical damage claims than densely populated cities. The example below illustrates how geographic area affects auto insurance rates.

Rural Areas $1,191
Small Cities $1,667
Large Cities $2,144

The examples above illustrate why everyone should compare rates for a specific zip code and their own driving history, rather than relying on average rates.

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More Rate Details

The chart below illustrates average Tesla Model 3 insurance rates for additional coverage choices and driver risks.

  • The best discount rate is $881
  • Drivers who choose higher $1,000 deductibles will pay about $242 each year
  • The average price for a good driver age 40 using $500 deductibles is $1,588
  • Using pricier low deductibles for comprehensive and collision insurance increases the price to $2,062
  • High risk drivers who are prone to accidents and violations could pay at least $3,470
  • Policy cost to insure a teen driver for full coverage can be $5,792 a year

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Tesla Model 3 insurance cost comparison chart
Column chart showing Tesla Model 3 insurance rates range from $881 to $5,792 for full coverage

Insurance rates for a Tesla Model 3 also range considerably based on liability limits and deductibles, your risk profile, and the trim level and model year.

Using high physical damage deductibles could save up to $720 each year, whereas buying more liability protection will increase rates. Switching from a 50/100 liability limit to a 250/500 limit will raise rates by up to $345 more per year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

A more mature driver with a clean driving record and higher deductibles could pay as little as $1,500 per year on average, or $125 per month, for full coverage. Rates are much higher for teenagers, since even excellent drivers can expect to pay as much as $5,700 a year. View Rates by Age

If you have a few points on your driving record or you were responsible for an accident, you are probably paying at least $1,900 to $2,600 extra every year, depending on your age. Tesla Model 3 insurance for high-risk drivers can cost anywhere from 45% to 133% more than a normal policy. View High Risk Driver Rates

Your home state makes a big difference in Tesla Model 3 insurance rates. A 40-year-old driver could pay as low as $1,040 a year in states like Vermont, Wisconsin, and North Carolina, or be forced to pay as much as $2,140 on average in Michigan, New York, and Florida.

Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates by State
State Premium Compared to U.S. Avg Percent Difference
Alabama $1,434 -$154 -9.7%
Alaska $1,216 -$372 -23.4%
Arizona $1,316 -$272 -17.1%
Arkansas $1,588 -$0 0.0%
California $1,810 $222 14.0%
Colorado $1,514 -$74 -4.7%
Connecticut $1,628 $40 2.5%
Delaware $1,794 $206 13.0%
Florida $1,982 $394 24.8%
Georgia $1,466 -$122 -7.7%
Hawaii $1,142 -$446 -28.1%
Idaho $1,076 -$512 -32.2%
Illinois $1,180 -$408 -25.7%
Indiana $1,198 -$390 -24.6%
Iowa $1,070 -$518 -32.6%
Kansas $1,506 -$82 -5.2%
Kentucky $2,164 $576 36.3%
Louisiana $2,348 $760 47.9%
Maine $978 -$610 -38.4%
Maryland $1,308 -$280 -17.6%
Massachusetts $1,266 -$322 -20.3%
Michigan $2,754 $1,166 73.4%
Minnesota $1,330 -$258 -16.2%
Mississippi $1,902 $314 19.8%
Missouri $1,408 -$180 -11.3%
Montana $1,704 $116 7.3%
Nebraska $1,250 -$338 -21.3%
Nevada $1,904 $316 19.9%
New Hampshire $1,144 -$444 -28.0%
New Jersey $1,774 $186 11.7%
New Mexico $1,404 -$184 -11.6%
New York $1,672 $84 5.3%
North Carolina $912 -$676 -42.6%
North Dakota $1,300 -$288 -18.1%
Ohio $1,092 -$496 -31.2%
Oklahoma $1,628 $40 2.5%
Oregon $1,454 -$134 -8.4%
Pennsylvania $1,512 -$76 -4.8%
Rhode Island $2,116 $528 33.2%
South Carolina $1,438 -$150 -9.4%
South Dakota $1,338 -$250 -15.7%
Tennessee $1,388 -$200 -12.6%
Texas $1,912 $324 20.4%
Utah $1,176 -$412 -25.9%
Vermont $1,084 -$504 -31.7%
Virginia $950 -$638 -40.2%
Washington $1,224 -$364 -22.9%
West Virginia $1,456 -$132 -8.3%
Wisconsin $1,096 -$492 -31.0%
Wyoming $1,414 -$174 -11.0%

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Tesla Model 3 insurance rates by U.S. city
Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates by Model Year
Model Year Comprehensive Collision Liability Total Premium
2024 Tesla Model 3 $424 $870 $332 $1,762
2023 Tesla Model 3 $406 $864 $338 $1,744
2022 Tesla Model 3 $394 $842 $354 $1,726
2021 Tesla Model 3 $380 $808 $364 $1,688
2020 Tesla Model 3 $358 $780 $376 $1,650
2019 Tesla Model 3 $344 $724 $384 $1,588
2018 Tesla Model 3 $332 $680 $388 $1,536

Rates are averaged for all Tesla Model 3 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 Best Cheap Tesla Model 3 Insurance

Finding cheaper rates on Tesla Model 3 insurance not only requires being a low-risk driver, but also having good credit, being claim-free, and dropping full coverage on older vehicles. Invest the time to compare rates at least every other year by getting quotes from direct insurance companies, and also from your local independent and exclusive agents.

The items below are a quick review of the car insurance concepts presented in the illustrations above.

  • High-risk drivers with a DUI or reckless driving violation may pay on average $1,880 more every year to insure their Model 3
  • It is possible to save up to $200 per year just by quoting online well ahead of the renewal date
  • Increasing comprehensive and collision deductibles could save as much as $725 each year
  • Drivers who may need more liability coverage will pay an extra $420 annually to go from a 30/60 limit to a 250/500 level

Rates by Driver Age

Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates by Driver Age
Driver Age Premium
16 $5,792
20 $3,702
30 $1,668
40 $1,588
50 $1,450
60 $1,424

Full coverage, $500 deductibles

Rates by Deductible

Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates with Different Deductibles
Deductible Premium
$100 $2,062
$250 $1,840
$500 $1,588
$1,000 $1,346

Full coverage, driver age 40

Rates by Liability Limit

Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates with Different Liability Limits
Liability Limit Premium
30/60 $1,588
50/100 $1,665
100/300 $1,761
250/500 $2,010
100 CSL $1,703
300 CSL $1,914
500 CSL $2,068

Full coverage, driver age 40

Rates for High Risk Drivers

Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates for High Risk Drivers
Age Premium
16 $8,330
20 $5,900
30 $3,560
40 $3,470
50 $3,308
60 $3,280

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 $231

Potential Rate Discounts

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

Discount Savings
Multi-policy $87
Multi-vehicle $85
Homeowner $22
5-yr Accident Free $127
5-yr Claim Free $106
Paid in Full/EFT $80
Advance Quote $84
Online Quote $116
Total Discounts $707
Rate after discounts $881

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

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