Compare car insurance by make and model

When determining your rates, car insurance providers analyze much more than just your driving record and ZIP code. Their intricate algorithms also crunch the claims and accident records on the exact make and model of the car you intend to insure. Compare car insurance rates, discounts and coverage for your car model to find the best deal.

Get car insurance quotes for your car’s make and model

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Product	Gap insurance	Homeowner discount	Telematics	Has an app?	Available states
Geico	No	No	DriveEasy	Yes	All 50 states	Stack discounts up to 40% off already low premiums, with convenient mobile services like proof of insurance and claims.	Go to site Compare	loading Fetching your data...
USAA	No, but it has car replacement assistance	Yes	SafePilot	Yes	All 50 states & DC	Affordable car insurance with highly rated customer service. Only available to military members and veterans and their family.	Go to site Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Progressive	Loan/lease coverage	Yes	Snapshot	Yes	All 50 states & DC	Discover coverage that’s broader than competitors, valuable discounts up to 30% off and perks like shrinking deductibles that reward no claims.	Go to site Compare	loading Fetching your data...
State Farm	No	Yes	Drive Safe and Save	Yes	All 50 states	Work with a dedicated agent to find the right coverage for you, including bundling other policies for the best value.	Go to site Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Toggle	Not stated	Yes	Not stated	No	Arizona, California, Colorado, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, , Ohio, Oregon, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin	Go to site Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Pretected	Varies by provider	Depends on provider	Varies by provider	No	All 50 states	Get your most compatible insurance options via a "smart matching" method aimed at finding you value.	Compare	loading Fetching your data...

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What’s my car’s make and model?

Make and model are common phrases you’ll hear when shopping for car insurance or a new car. Your car’s manufacturer or brand is called the make, like Ford or Toyota. Think about the maker, who created the car. The model of your car is the name of the kind of car you have. For example, Honda makes models like the Accord or Civic, which offer different features, including body style and upgrade options.

If you’re not sure which model you drive, you can often find out by looking at the back of your car. Or read your car’s instruction manual or vehicle registration certificate.

How car make and model affects insurance rates

Your car’s make, model and trim directly affects how much you’ll pay for car insurance because insurers use this information to determine your car’s worth, safety features and how expensive it may be to repair. For example, an expensive luxury car model costs more to repair than a standard model, resulting in higher premiums.

• Vehicle MSRP. Pricier cars typically cost more to repair due to custom, foreign or premium parts, which generally result in higher insurance premiums. You might also need higher coverage maximums to cover claims, which means you’ll pay more for coverage.
• Safety ratings. Safer cars get into accidents less frequently and cost less to repair. That means fewer claims on average — and more savings for you.
• Likelihood of theft. Some cars, like the Honda Accord and Chevy Impala, are frequently targeted by thieves. This drives up the price of insurance.
• Sportiness. Most drivers are more likely to drive fast in a sportier car, which makes these drivers at higher risk of getting in a collision. Convertibles tend to have higher theft rates as well, since soft tops can be easier to steal.

Does my car’s body type affect insurance?

Yes, the specific trim and body type can also raise or lower your rates.

Convertibles, sports cars and SUVs tend to be more expensive to insure. Soft-top convertibles are easier to break into. It’s too tempting not to drive fast in a sports car, and this gives them a higher risk of being involved in a crash.

If you opt for an upgraded trim or a few extra features, changes are that raised your car’s MSRP. Springing for heated seats or a fancy sound system wouldn’t typically be enough to change insurance rates significantly, but insuring a car with several thousand dollars in upgrades might raise your rates enough to matter.

Which makes and models are cheaper to insure?

In general, the cheaper the car, the cheaper your insurance rates. Safer, cheaper cars present less risk to an insurer because they’re safer in a crash and tend to have cheaper replacement parts. Japanese manufacturers like Honda, Toyota and Subaru are often at the top of the list of cheapest cars to insure, while luxury and sports cars made by BMW and Buick land on the pricier side of insurance rates.

Car insurance rates by car type

Your car’s make, model, trim and model year affect your rates. Even in an expensive state for car insurance like New York, a few popular models stand out for their high safety and low car insurance rates.

Cheapest car models to insure

• How we got these rates

  We aggregated data from top car insurance sources for the cheapest and most expensive insurance companies. For insurance rates, we compiled car insurance quotes for 280 of the top car models using this specific driver profile:

  • Driver located in New York
  • Drives a 2017 model
  • Drives between 10,001 and 15,000 miles yearly
  • No accidents in the past five years
  • Anti-theft device on vehicle
  • Good credit
  • Basic coverage — two times the state-required minimum for bodily injury, property damage, uninsured motorist and personal injury protection

Car insurance rates by model

Compare average car insurance rates for new cars for the top 400+ car models.

How does my car’s trim affect car insurance?

The make and model of the car you drive is the biggest factor that determines your insurance rates, but even your car’s trim level can affect rates. The trim level of your car is specific to your model. For example, the Mini Cooper S and JCW include higher-end specs and a higher-end price than the standard trim Mini Cooper. You’ll also get more horsepower and sport seats with this fancier trim level.

Bottom line

Shopping for car insurance can be difficult, and comparing rates by car can help you narrow down your decision. Rates can change drastically based on which car you drive, so compare insurance to find the best deal for your ride.

To make sure you get accurate and helpful information, this guide has been edited by Holly Jennings as part of our fact-checking process.

Written by

Megan B. Shepherd

Editor, Loans & Insurance

Megan B. Shepherd is a personal finance expert and editor for loans and insurance at Finder. Her personal finance expertise has been featured on Forbes, Nasdaq, MediaFeed, Fox News, Time, Reviews.com, and carinsurance.com, adding invaluable information related to personal loans, financial strategies and smart borrowing tactics. Megan graduated from the University of Texas at Dallas with a BS in Business Administration with an entrepreneurial focus. She's worked as a certified financial adviser and has earned certificates of completion from A.D. Banker & Company. See full bio

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