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The average insurance prices for a Tesla Model 3 are $1,588 every 12 months including full coverage. Comprehensive costs approximately $344, collision costs $724, and liability insurance is estimated at $384. Liability-only coverage costs approximately $432 a year, with high-risk coverage costing around $3,470. Teenage drivers cost the most to insure at $5,792 a year or more.

Average premium for full coverage: $1,588

Policy rates by type of insurance:

Comprehensive $344
Collision $724
Liability $384

These estimates include $500 policy deductibles, liability limits of 30/60, and includes both medical and UM/UIM coverage. Prices are averaged for all 50 U.S. states and for different Model 3 trim levels.

Price Range Variability

For a 40-year-old driver, Tesla Model 3 insurance rates go from the cheapest price of $432 for basic liability insurance to a much higher rate of $3,470 for a driver that may need high-risk insurance.

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

Urban vs. Rural Price Range

Living in a larger city has a significant impact on car insurance prices. Rural locations are shown to have more infrequent comprehensive and collision claims than densely populated cities.

The price range example below illustrates how your location can change auto insurance prices.

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

The examples above highlight why anyone shopping for car insurance should get quotes using their specific location and their own driving history, rather than relying on average rates.

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Rate Comparisons

The chart below breaks down estimated Tesla Model 3 insurance rates for additional coverage and risk scenarios.

  • The best discount rate is $881
  • Choosing higher $1,000 deductibles can save $242 every year
  • The average price for a good driver age 40 who chooses $500 deductibles is $1,588
  • Using more expensive low deductibles for comp and collision coverage increases the price to $2,062
  • High-risk insureds who are prone to accidents and violations could pay around $3,470 or more
  • Policy cost to insure a teen driver with full coverage can cost $5,792 each year

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

Insurance rates for a Tesla Model 3 also range considerably based on liability limits and deductibles, your driving characteristics, and the model of your Model 3.

Using high physical damage deductibles can save as much as $720 each year, while increasing your policy's liability limits will push rates upward. Changing from a 50/100 liability limit to a 250/500 limit will raise rates by up to $345 more each year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

An older driver with no violations or accidents and higher deductibles could pay as little as $1,500 annually on average, or $125 per month, for full coverage. Rates are much higher for teenagers, since even excellent drivers should be prepared to pay in the ballpark of $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 likely paying anywhere from $1,900 to $2,600 additional every year, depending on your age. High-risk driver insurance ranges anywhere from 45% to 133% more than a normal policy. View High Risk Driver Rates

Your home state plays a big part in determining prices for Tesla Model 3 insurance rates. A good driver about age 40 could pay as low as $1,220 a year in states like Vermont, New Hampshire, and Missouri, or be forced to pay as much as $2,260 on average in Louisiana, New York, and Michigan.

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

Because rates have so much variability, the best way to figure out who has the best auto insurance rates is to compare rates from as many companies as possible. Each auto insurer uses a different method to calculate rates, and rates will be varied.

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 Cheap Tesla Model 3 Insurance

Finding cheaper rates on Tesla Model 3 insurance takes being safe and accident-free, having above-average credit, paying for small claims out-of-pocket, and qualifying for all possible discounts. Invest the time to shop around once a year by requesting quotes from direct car insurance companies, and also from your local car insurance providers.

Below you'll find a brief summary of the data that was illustrated above.

  • You may be able to save around $200 per year simply by shopping early and online
  • Drivers who purchase more liability protection will pay an extra $420 per year to raise limits from a 30/60 limit to a 250/500 level
  • Youthful drivers are the costliest to insure, with premiums being up to $483 each month if full coverage is included
  • High-risk drivers that tend to have accidents or serious violations could be charged and average of $1,880 more per year than a low-risk driver

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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