Insurance Rates by Vehicle Make and Model (January 2026)

Your vehicle choice affects the average cost of car insurance premiums more than you might expect. A Tesla Model Y costs $241 monthly for full coverage, 66% more than a GMC Sierra 1500 at $145 monthly. Monthly premiums range from $75 to $123 for minimum coverage and $145 to $241 for full coverage across 2025's most popular vehicles.  

Vehicle size, safety features, theft rates and repair costs create these differences. Trucks like the GMC Sierra 1500 and Chevrolet Silverado 1500 cost less to insure than crossovers, while electric luxury vehicles command the highest premiums. Here's what you'll actually pay for America's best-selling vehicles:

Ultra-luxury and hypercar brands command extreme insurance costs. The Rolls-Royce Arcadia leads at $27,541 monthly for full coverage, more than most people's annual salary. Bugatti models fill the expensive tier: the La Voiture Noire costs $11,105 monthly, and the Centodieci runs $7,996. Ferrari hypercars like the F80 and LaFerrari cost $3,200 to $3,500 monthly. Six-figure repair costs, high theft risk and limited parts availability drive rates this high.

The cheapest vehicles to insure cost 40% to 50% less than luxury sports cars. Isuzu models lead the affordable list: the Amigo costs just $50 monthly for minimum coverage. The Mercedes-Benz B-Class breaks from other luxury brands at $55 monthly despite its premium badge. Discontinued models like the Dodge Stratus and Pontiac Grand Am cost less to insure because thieves don't target them, and their replacement values stay low.

Insurance costs vary by vehicle type. Minimum coverage starts around $53 monthly and reaches $204, while full coverage ranges from $103 to $401.

Advanced safety technology and lower repair costs mean lower premiums. Luxury and high-performance vehicles cost more. Compact vans offer the most affordable premiums for minimum and full coverage.

Isuzu costs the least to insure at $66 monthly for minimum coverage and $127 for full coverage, about 25% below the national average. Mercury and Alfa Romeo cost slightly more at $67 for minimum coverage, with full coverage at $129 and $132.

Pontiac, Suzuki and SMART fall in the midrange at $73 monthly for minimum coverage and $140 for full coverage. These brands cost about 13% more than the cheapest options, mainly because of older model availability and replacement parts expenses.

Chrysler and Honda sit near the national average at $82 monthly. GMC and Chevrolet cost $83 for minimum coverage and $160 for full coverage. Repair costs, parts availability and theft rates explain these differences between brands.

Insurance companies evaluate dozens of factors when setting premiums for different vehicles. A luxury sedan can cost three times more to insure than a compact car driven by the same person.

• Repair Costs and Parts Availability - Expensive or hard-to-find parts drive up insurance premiums. Luxury brands like BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Audi cost more to insure because replacement parts are pricier and repairs require specialized technicians. Advanced technology (adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist or 360-degree cameras) increases premiums because these systems cost more to repair or replace after accidents. Discontinued models from brands like Pontiac, Mercury or Saturn cost less to insure because of lower market values, though scarce parts can increase repair costs over time.
• Theft Rates - High theft risk commands higher insurance premiums. The Honda Civic, Honda Accord and pickup trucks like the Ford F-Series and Chevrolet Silverado consistently appear on most-stolen vehicle lists. Thieves target these vehicles because their parts have strong resale value. Insurers track theft statistics by make, model and year to adjust premiums.
• Safety Features and Crash Protection - Strong safety ratings from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) earn lower premiums by reducing injury claims. Modern safety features like automatic emergency braking and blind-spot monitoring lower premiums by preventing accidents. But these same features are expensive to repair or recalibrate after collisions, which offsets some savings.
• Vehicle Characteristics - Body type impacts insurance costs. Sports cars and coupes cost more to insure than sedans or minivans because of associations with riskier driving. Two-door vehicles carry higher premiums than four-door versions. Compact vans have the lowest insurance costs because of their family-oriented use. Newer vehicles cost more to insure than older models because of higher replacement values — a 2025 Honda Accord costs more to insure than a 2015 model. Vehicles with powerful engines also pay higher premiums; a Toyota Camry with a V6 costs more to insure than the four-cylinder version.

Your car's brand, body type and model all affect insurance premiums. Costs vary across automakers, vehicle types and specific models.

Shopping for a new car or comparing insurance quotes? Your vehicle choice affects long-term insurance costs.