Victorians pay more in car insurance, finds Mozo research

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When it comes to car insurance, Victorians pay on average $229 more than the rest of Australia. That’s according to Mozo’s 2020 Car Insurance Report. The same report also revealed that 74% of drivers in the garden state are using their wheels less than this time last year.

Car insurance premiums differ dramatically by state

While Victorians pay the most for car insurance, it was discovered that their neighbours across the pond pay the least. In fact, with an average yearly premium of $752, Tasmanian drivers pay around $200 less than the rest of the country. Plus $429 less than Victorian drivers, who pay an average of $1,181.

Check out the table below to find out how insurance premiums in your state stack up against the national average.

Graphic image showing average car insurance premiums by state

Shopping around could save Aussies money

Besides the difference between average car insurance premiums for each state, Mozo also found a significant gap between the most and least expensive premium quotes from different insurers.

In Victoria, the difference between the most and least expensive car insurance quotes for the same customer was a huge $1,168. This suggests that Aussies could save a heap of dollars, simply by gathering and comparing quotes from multiple insurers.

Where to start

You could start your research by checking out the winners of Mozo’s 2020 Experts Choice Awards for Car Insurance. These awards are conducted each year to determine which insurers are offering Aussies Exceptional Value and Exceptional Quality on car insurance policies.

Or if you are keen to get the ball rolling, why not take a look at the comprehensive car insurance policies below, or research further at our Victoria car insurance hub.

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Last updated 30 October 2024Important disclosures
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  • Comprehensive Car Insurance

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    Yes Costs Extra
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    Optional Extra
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    $400 - $2,500
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    • Comprehensive Car Insurance

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      No
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      $800 Flat Excess Fee
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      • Get 10% Off The Base Premium For The First 2 Consecutive Monthly Policies And Up To A 15% Potential Monthly Discount From Your 3rd Month For Being A Safer Driver. Minimum Premiums May Apply. Underwriting Criteria, Limits, Exclusions, And T&Cs Apply.
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    • Gold Comprehensive Car Insurance

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      Yes Costs Extra
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      $550 - $1,900 (varies By State)
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      • No Claim Discount
      • Online Discount 15%
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    • Comprehensive Car Insurance

      Monthly premiums
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      Yes Costs Extra
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      Optional Extra
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      $500 - $2,200
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      • Online Discount $75
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    * Terms, conditions, exclusions, limits and sub-limits may apply to any of the insurance products shown on the Mozo website. These terms, conditions, exclusions, limits and sub-limits could affect the level of benefits and cover available under any of the insurance products shown on the Mozo website. Please refer to the relevant Product Disclosure Statement and the Target Market Determination on the provider's website for further information before making any decisions about an insurance product.

    ^See information about the Mozo Experts Choice Car Insurance Awards