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What’s the difference between types of car insurance?

We’ve compiled this table of benefits to help you see the differences between the levels of cover. This information should be used as a guide only, as different policies and insurers might offer varying coverage.

Comprehensive

Usually the highest level of cover available, it includes protection for your car and also covers damage to other people’s vehicles and property.

  • Legal liability for third party vehicle and property damage
  • Damage to your car in an accident
  • Loss or damage to your car from fire and theft
  • Storm damage to your car
  • New car replacement
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Third Party Fire and Theft

Generally covers damage you cause to other people’s vehicles and property. It also includes protection for your car for fire and theft.

  • Legal liability for third party vehicle and property damage
  • Damage to your car by an uninsured driver
  • Loss or damage to your car from fire and theft
  • Storm damage to your car
  • New car replacement
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Third Party Property Damage

It provides cover for damage you cause to other people’s vehicles and property. It only covers your car if it’s damaged by an uninsured vehicle.

  • Legal liability for third party vehicle and property damage
  • Damage to your car by an uninsured driver
  • Loss or damage to your car from fire and theft
  • Storm damage to your car
  • New car replacement
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Comprehensive

Usually the highest level of cover available, it includes protection for your car and also covers damage to other people’s vehicles and property.

  • Roadside assistance
  • Car hire after an accident
  • Windscreen excess cover
  • Choice of repairer
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Third Party Fire and Theft

Generally covers damage you cause to other people’s vehicles and property. It also includes protection for your car for fire and theft.

  • Roadside assistance
  • Car hire after an accident (fire and theft only)
  • Windscreen excess cover
  • Choice of repairer
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Third Party Property Damage

It provides cover for damage you cause to other people’s vehicles and property. It only covers your car if it’s damaged by an uninsured vehicle.

  • Roadside assistance
  • Car hire after an accident
  • Windscreen excess cover
  • Choice of repairer
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Top 3 things to know about car insurance in Tasmania

1

Choose from different car insurance cover types

Along with mandatory Compulsory Third Party (CTP) insurance, there are three types of optional car insurance available to drivers on Tasmania’s roads.

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2

Extend your cover with additional features

Hire car, roadside assistance and windscreen cover are just a few features Tasmanians can add to their policy for extra protection on the roads.

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3

Factors that can influence your premiums

When calculating your premiums, your insurer will typically consider your vehicle type, driving history, location and various other factors.

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A guide to car insurance in Tasmania

Updated 4 March 2025
Written by Kenneth Young
Reviewed by Eliza Buglar
Expert reviewed by Adrian Taylor

Kochie’s top tips for Tasmanians

Looking for great value car cover in Tassie? Our Economic Director David Koch shares our expert tips to help you save.

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What types of car cover are available in Tasmania?

Comprehensive cover

Third Party Fire and Theft (TPFT)

Third Party Property Damage (TPPD)

Compulsory Third Party (CTP)

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How are car insurance premiums calculated in Tasmania?

How can I get cheap car insurance in Tasmania?

What options do Tasmanian drivers look for in comprehensive car insurance?

Does car insurance in Tasmania cover towing?

Will car insurance cover my caravan?

Will my car insurance change if I move house?

Compare car insurance quotes online

If you’re looking to compare car insurance online, it only takes minutes through our comparison service. Whether you live in Hobart, Launceston or elsewhere in Tasmania, you can receive car insurance quotes for your motor vehicle after entering the following information:

  • Basic car details like its make and model (these can be entered manually or pre-filled when you enter your registration details)
  • The type of cover you want from comprehensive, TPFT and TPPD
  • Advanced car details such as modifications and if it has existing hail damage
  • Personal details like your name, date of birth and age you obtained your licence.

Meet our car insurance expert, Adrian Taylor

Adrian Taylor
Executive General Manager – General Insurance

As a General Insurance expert with over 13 years’ experience in financial services, Adrian Taylor is passionate about demystifying car insurance for consumers, so they have a better understanding of what they’re covered for. Adrian’s goal is to make more information available from more insurers, to make it easier to compare and save.