Tesla Model 3 Insurance Rates

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UPDATED: Mar 30, 2024

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Estimated insurance prices for a Tesla Model 3 are $1,588 every 12 months for full coverage insurance. Comprehensive insurance costs around $344 each year, collision costs $724, and liability is $384. A liability-only policy costs around $432 a year, with high-risk insurance costing $3,470 or more. 16-year-old drivers pay the most at $5,792 a year or more.

Average premium for full coverage: $1,588

Premium estimates for type of coverage:

Comprehensive $344
Collision $724
Liability $384

These estimates include $500 deductibles, 30/60 liability limits, and includes medical/PIP and uninsured motorist coverage. Rates include averaging for all 50 states and Model 3 models.

Insurance Price Range by Risk and Coverage

For an average driver, insurance rates for a Tesla Model 3 go from the cheapest price of $432 for liability-only coverage to a high rate of $3,470 for a driver required to buy high-risk insurance.

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

Insurance Price Range by Location

Choosing to live in a large city can have significant affects on car insurance rates. Areas with sparse population are statistically proven to have more infrequent physical damage claims than congested cities.

The graphic below illustrates the effect of geographic area on auto insurance rates.

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

These rate differences illustrate why all drivers should compare rates quotes for a specific zip code and their own driving history, instead of using rate averages.

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

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Additional Charts and Tables

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

  • The best full coverage rate is $881
  • Raising to $1,000 deductibles will save about $242 each year
  • The average price for a 40-year-old good driver using $500 deductibles is $1,588
  • Buying low deductibles costs an extra $474 every year
  • At-risk drivers with multiple tickets or accidents could pay at least $3,470 or more
  • An auto insurance policy to insure a teen driver can be $5,792

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

Auto insurance prices for a Tesla Model 3 also have a wide range based on physical damage deductibles and liability limits, your risk profile, and the trim level and model year.

Opting for high physical damage deductibles can reduce prices by up to $720 every year, whereas increasing liability limits will increase prices. Switching from a 50/100 liability limit to a 250/500 limit will cost up to $345 extra every year. View Rates by Deductible or Liability Limit

More mature drivers with a good driving record and higher deductibles may pay as little as $1,500 every 12 months on average, or $125 per month, for full coverage. Prices are highest for drivers in their teens, since even excellent drivers will have to pay as much as $5,700 a year. View Rates by Age

If you have a few violations or you were responsible for an accident, you are probably paying at least $1,900 to $2,600 in extra premium annually, depending on your age. Insurance for high-risk drivers is expensive and can cost as much as 45% to 133% more than the average rate. View High Risk Driver Rates

Where you choose to live also has a big influence on Tesla Model 3 insurance prices. A middle-age driver might find 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%

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Tesla Model 3 insurance rates by U.S. city

With such a large range in prices, the only way to figure out your exact price is to do a rate comparison and see which company has the best price. Every auto insurance company utilizes a different rate formula, and quoted prices will be substantially different.

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 better rates on car insurance consists of not taking risks behind the wheel, having a good credit score, paying for small claims out-of-pocket, and maximizing policy discounts. Take the time to compare rates at every policy renewal by getting quotes from direct insurance companies, and also from your local independent and exclusive agents.

The following is a brief summary of the data covered in the above illustrations.

  • Policyholders who may need higher liability limits will pay around $420 annually to raise from 30/60 bodily injury limits to a 250/500 level
  • It is possible to save up to $200 per year simply by quoting online in advance
  • Increasing policy deductibles could save as much as $725 each year
  • Teens are expensive to insure, with premiums being up to $483 per month if comprehensive and collision insurance is included

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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