Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates

Enter your zip code below to view companies that have cheap auto insurance rates.

View 2018 Tesla Model 3 Car Insurance Quotes in 2025

Finding the cheapest insurance for a new or used Tesla Model 3 can normally be difficult, but you can learn the following methods and make it easy. There are more efficient ways to find car insurance online and we'll show you the quickest way to price shop coverage on a Tesla and locate the cheapest rates from both online companies and local agents. If you are insured now or need a new policy, yo...

Dani Best

Licensed Insurance Producer

Dani Best has been a licensed insurance producer for nearly 10 years. Dani began her insurance career in a sales role with State Farm in 2014. During her time in sales, she graduated with her Bachelors in Psychology from Capella University and is currently earning her Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. Since 2014, Dani has held and maintains licenses in Life, Disability, Property, and Casualt...

Licensed Insurance Producer

UPDATED: Mar 30, 2024

Advertiser Disclosure

It’s all about you. We want to help you make the right coverage choices.

Advertiser Disclosure: We strive to help you make confident car insurance decisions. Comparison shopping should be easy. We are not affiliated with any one car insurance provider and cannot guarantee quotes from any single provider.

Our insurance industry partnerships don’t influence our content. Our opinions are our own. To compare quotes from many different companies please enter your ZIP code on this page to use the free quote tool. The more quotes you compare, the more chances to save.

Editorial Guidelines: We are a free online resource for anyone interested in learning more about auto insurance. Our goal is to be an objective, third-party resource for everything auto insurance related. We update our site regularly, and all content is reviewed by auto insurance experts.

U.S. average insurance rates for a Tesla Model 3 are $1,588 a year for full coverage insurance. Comprehensive costs around $344 a year, collision insurance costs $724, and liability costs around $384. Buying just liability costs as low as $432 a year, and insurance for high-risk drivers costs around $3,470. 16-year-old drivers pay the highest rates at up to $5,792 a year.

Average premium for full coverage: $1,588

Price estimates for individual coverage:

Comprehensive $344
Collision $724
Liability $384

Estimates include $500 deductible amounts, 30/60 liability limits, and includes medical and UM/UIM coverage. Estimates are averaged for all 50 states and Model 3 trim levels.

Price Range from Low to High

For a driver around age 40, Tesla Model 3 insurance prices range from as low as $432 for just liability insurance to a high of $3,470 for a driver required to buy high-risk insurance.

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

Geographic Price Range

Where you live can make a big difference on car insurance rates. Areas with sparse population have a lower frequency of physical damage claims than congested cities. The diagram below illustrates the difference between rural and urban areas on auto insurance rates.

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

The ranges above illustrate why it is important to compare prices for a specific zip code and risk profile, instead of making a decision based on rate averages.

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

Enter your zip code below to view companies based on your location that have cheap auto insurance rates.

More Rate Details

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

  • The best full coverage rate is $881
  • Using higher $1,000 deductibles will save about $1,346 each year
  • The average rate for the average middle-age driver using $500 deductibles is $1,588
  • Buying low $100 deductibles for physical damage coverage will increase the cost to $2,062
  • High-risk insureds with multiple tickets or accidents could pay at least $3,470
  • The price for full coverage for a 16-year-old driver can be $5,792 or more

View Chart as Image

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 prices for a Tesla Model 3 are also quite variable based on your driving record, the model year and trim level, and deductibles and policy limits.

Older drivers with no violations or accidents and high deductibles may pay as low as $1,500 a year for full coverage. Prices are highest for teenage drivers, where even good drivers should be prepared to pay as much as $5,700 a year. View Rates by Age

The state you live in has a huge impact on Tesla Model 3 insurance prices. A driver around age 40 might see prices as low as $1,040 a year in states like Vermont, Wisconsin, and North Carolina, or at least $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%

View Chart as Image

Tesla Model 3 insurance rates by U.S. city

Opting for high physical damage deductibles could cut prices by as much as $720 annually, while buying higher liability limits will increase prices. Switching from a 50/100 limit to a 250/500 limit will increase prices by as much as $345 more each year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

If you have some driving violations or tend to cause accidents, you are probably paying at least $1,900 to $2,600 additional each year, depending on your age. A high-risk auto insurance policy can be from 45% to 133% more than the average rate. View High Risk Driver Rates

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 Find Low Cost Tesla Model 3 Insurance

Getting lower rates on insurance for a Tesla Model 3 requires having a good driving record, having a good credit history, not filing small claims, and deciding if full coverage is necessary. Set aside time to compare rates at every policy renewal by quoting rates from direct insurance companies like Progressive and GEICO, and also from local exclusive and independent agents.

The next list is a review of the data covered above.

  • Insureds who may need increased levels of liability coverage will pay around $420 annually to increase from a low limit to 250/500 limits
  • It is possible to save up to $200 per year just by quoting early and online
  • Increasing physical damage deductibles can save around $725 each year
  • Drivers age 20 and younger are charged the highest prices, as much as $483 a month including comprehensive and collision insurance

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.

Compare Rates and Save

Find companies with the cheapest rates in your area

Free Auto Insurance Comparison

Enter your zip code below to view companies that have cheap auto insurance rates.

secured lock Secured with SHA-256 Encryption

By clicking, you agree to our Terms of Use

Nationwide State Farm Allstate

You May Also Enjoy These Articles