Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates
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The average auto insurance rates for a Tesla Model 3 are $1,536 annually with full coverage. Comprehensive costs approximately $332, collision costs $680, and liability is $388. Liability-only insurance costs around $434 a year, with high-risk driver insurance costing around $3,350. Teen drivers cost the most to insure at $5,626 a year or more.
Average premium for full coverage: $1,536
Policy rates by type of insurance:
Price estimates include $500 policy deductibles, bodily injury liability limits of 30/60, and includes uninsured/under-insured motorist coverage. Prices are averaged for all U.S. states and for all Model 3 models.
Price Range Variability
For the average 40-year-old driver, Tesla Model 3 insurance rates go from as cheap as $434 for your basic liability-only policy to the much higher price of $3,350 for a driver who has had serious violations or accidents.
Urban vs. Rural Price Range
Choosing to live in a large city can make a big difference on the price of insurance. Rural locations are shown to have fewer collision claims than larger metro areas.
The example below illustrates the difference location can make on auto insurance prices.
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More Rate Information
The chart below details estimated Tesla Model 3 insurance rates for additional coverage and risk scenarios.
- The lowest rate with discounts is $856
- Raising to $1,000 deductibles will save $228 annually
- The estimated rate for a good driver age 40 who chooses $500 deductibles is $1,536
- Choosing pricier low deductibles will cost $1,986
- Drivers with multiple violations and an at-fault accident could pay around $3,350 or more
- Policy cost with full coverage for a 16-year-old driver for full coverage can cost $5,626
Auto insurance rates for a Tesla Model 3 also range considerably based on the model year and trim level, your driving record, and physical damage deductibles and liability limits.
A more mature driver with a good driving record and high physical damage deductibles may pay as low as $1,400 every 12 months on average, or $117 per month, for full coverage. Rates are highest for teenagers, where even without any violations or accidents they will have to pay in the ballpark of $5,600 a year. View Rates by Age
If you have a few points on your driving record or you caused a few accidents, you may be forking out anywhere from $1,800 to $2,500 in extra premium every year, depending on your age. Tesla Model 3 insurance for high-risk drivers is expensive and can cost from 44% to 130% more than average. View High Risk Driver Rates
Choosing high deductibles can reduce rates by up to $680 annually, whereas buying more liability protection will push rates upward. Moving from a 50/100 bodily injury limit to a 250/500 limit will raise rates by up to $349 extra every year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit
Your home state also has a big influence on Tesla Model 3 insurance prices. A middle-age driver might find rates as low as $1,100 a year in states like Utah, Ohio, and New Hampshire, or as much as $2,070 on average in New York, Michigan, and Florida.
| State | Premium | Compared to U.S. Avg | Percent Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $1,388 | -$148 | -9.6% |
| Alaska | $1,176 | -$360 | -23.4% |
| Arizona | $1,274 | -$262 | -17.1% |
| Arkansas | $1,536 | -$0 | 0.0% |
| California | $1,750 | $214 | 13.9% |
| Colorado | $1,464 | -$72 | -4.7% |
| Connecticut | $1,576 | $40 | 2.6% |
| Delaware | $1,734 | $198 | 12.9% |
| Florida | $1,916 | $380 | 24.7% |
| Georgia | $1,418 | -$118 | -7.7% |
| Hawaii | $1,102 | -$434 | -28.3% |
| Idaho | $1,040 | -$496 | -32.3% |
| Illinois | $1,142 | -$394 | -25.7% |
| Indiana | $1,158 | -$378 | -24.6% |
| Iowa | $1,036 | -$500 | -32.6% |
| Kansas | $1,456 | -$80 | -5.2% |
| Kentucky | $2,092 | $556 | 36.2% |
| Louisiana | $2,272 | $736 | 47.9% |
| Maine | $946 | -$590 | -38.4% |
| Maryland | $1,268 | -$268 | -17.4% |
| Massachusetts | $1,224 | -$312 | -20.3% |
| Michigan | $2,662 | $1,126 | 73.3% |
| Minnesota | $1,286 | -$250 | -16.3% |
| Mississippi | $1,838 | $302 | 19.7% |
| Missouri | $1,362 | -$174 | -11.3% |
| Montana | $1,648 | $112 | 7.3% |
| Nebraska | $1,208 | -$328 | -21.4% |
| Nevada | $1,838 | $302 | 19.7% |
| New Hampshire | $1,106 | -$430 | -28.0% |
| New Jersey | $1,714 | $178 | 11.6% |
| New Mexico | $1,358 | -$178 | -11.6% |
| New York | $1,614 | $78 | 5.1% |
| North Carolina | $882 | -$654 | -42.6% |
| North Dakota | $1,256 | -$280 | -18.2% |
| Ohio | $1,058 | -$478 | -31.1% |
| Oklahoma | $1,574 | $38 | 2.5% |
| Oregon | $1,406 | -$130 | -8.5% |
| Pennsylvania | $1,464 | -$72 | -4.7% |
| Rhode Island | $2,046 | $510 | 33.2% |
| South Carolina | $1,390 | -$146 | -9.5% |
| South Dakota | $1,294 | -$242 | -15.8% |
| Tennessee | $1,342 | -$194 | -12.6% |
| Texas | $1,848 | $312 | 20.3% |
| Utah | $1,134 | -$402 | -26.2% |
| Vermont | $1,048 | -$488 | -31.8% |
| Virginia | $918 | -$618 | -40.2% |
| Washington | $1,184 | -$352 | -22.9% |
| West Virginia | $1,408 | -$128 | -8.3% |
| Wisconsin | $1,062 | -$474 | -30.9% |
| Wyoming | $1,364 | -$172 | -11.2% |
Because rates have so much variability, the best way to find out who has the cheapest auto insurance rates is to regularly compare rates from multiple companies. Every auto insurance company uses a different rate calculation, and quoted rates will be varied between companies.
| Model Year | Comprehensive | Collision | Liability | Total Premium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Tesla Model 3 | $406 | $864 | $338 | $1,744 |
| 2023 Tesla Model 3 | $394 | $842 | $354 | $1,726 |
| 2022 Tesla Model 3 | $380 | $808 | $364 | $1,688 |
| 2021 Tesla Model 3 | $358 | $780 | $376 | $1,650 |
| 2020 Tesla Model 3 | $344 | $724 | $384 | $1,588 |
| 2019 Tesla Model 3 | $332 | $680 | $388 | $1,536 |
| 2018 Tesla Model 3 | $318 | $610 | $390 | $1,454 |
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 Buy Cheaper Tesla Model 3 Insurance
Finding cheaper rates on insurance for a Tesla Model 3 consists of avoiding accidents and claims, having above-average credit, not filing small claims, and not having any coverage lapses. Make time to compare rates every other policy renewal by getting rate quotes from direct companies like Progressive, GEICO, and Esurance, and also from your local independent and exclusive agents.
The points below are a condensed summary of the ideas that were touched on in this article.
- Drivers under the age of 20 have the highest car insurance rates, as much as $469 each month if full coverage is included
- Drivers considered higher risk with multiple at-fault accidents may pay on average $1,810 more per year to insure a Tesla Model 3
- Increasing comprehensive and collision deductibles could save up to $675 each year
- You may be able to save around $190 per year simply by quoting online well ahead of the renewal date
Rate Tables and Charts
Rates by Driver Age
| Driver Age | Premium |
|---|---|
| 16 | $5,626 |
| 20 | $3,572 |
| 30 | $1,612 |
| 40 | $1,536 |
| 50 | $1,402 |
| 60 | $1,380 |
Full coverage, $500 deductibles
Rates by Deductible
| Deductible | Premium |
|---|---|
| $100 | $1,986 |
| $250 | $1,776 |
| $500 | $1,536 |
| $1,000 | $1,308 |
Full coverage, driver age 40
Rates by Liability Limit
| Liability Limit | Premium |
|---|---|
| 30/60 | $1,536 |
| 50/100 | $1,614 |
| 100/300 | $1,711 |
| 250/500 | $1,963 |
| 100 CSL | $1,652 |
| 300 CSL | $1,866 |
| 500 CSL | $2,021 |
Full coverage, driver age 40
Rates for High Risk Drivers
| Age | Premium |
|---|---|
| 16 | $8,082 |
| 20 | $5,700 |
| 30 | $3,436 |
| 40 | $3,350 |
| 50 | $3,196 |
| 60 | $3,170 |
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.
Potential Rate Discounts
If you qualify for discounts, you may save the amounts shown below.
| Discount | Savings |
|---|---|
| Multi-policy | $84 |
| Multi-vehicle | $82 |
| Homeowner | $22 |
| 5-yr Accident Free | $122 |
| 5-yr Claim Free | $102 |
| Paid in Full/EFT | $76 |
| Advance Quote | $80 |
| Online Quote | $112 |
| Total Discounts | $680 |
Discounts are estimated and may not be available from every company or in every state.
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