Car insurance South Australia

Car Insurance South Australia

Hey, South Australia, we’re proud to be the fresh face on SA roads. From the city to the coast, we’re here to help you find award-winning car insurance that’s a bit more you-shaped.

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Find car insurance in South Australia. Compare quotes, explore Adelaide coverage, and discover award-winning policies in South Australia.

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South Australia, we’re here for you

From Adelaide to the Outback, the Barossa to the Fleurieu, South Australians can count on Youi for award-winning car insurance, and service that goes the extra mile.

Whether you’re cruising through the Onkaparinga Valley or heading to work in Dry Creek, we’re here to help you find cover that fits how – and where – you drive.

Ready to see what makes Youi different? Start your car insurance SA quote today.

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Choosing the right car insurance in Adelaide or greater South Australia can be a chore. That’s why we like to make what is – and isn’t – included in our car insurance policies as clear as the waters of Port Noarlunga Reef.

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SA Compulsory Third Party (CTP)

Helps cover compensation costs if your vehicle causes injury or death to someone, but it doesn’t cover damage to your vehicle or property.

Why choose Youi car insurance in South Australia?

At Youi, we’re all about offering you handy features that can make all the difference, whether you’re travelling on SA roads or beyond.

 
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  • Calls answered – quick
     
    On average, we strive to answer phone calls in around 30 seconds – so you’re never left waiting when you need support.1
 
  • Reliable repairs
     
    If you make a claim and we authorise repairs though our network, we’ll guarantee the quality of those repairs for as long as you own the vehicle.2
 
  • Easy ways to pay
     
    You can pay your SA motor insurance yearly, in a lump sum upfront, or break it down into manageable monthly instalments – you choose!3
 
  • Car hire
     
    Why should you be stuck without wheels? If your car’s stolen or damaged in an accident where you’re not at fault, Youi Comprehensive policies include use of a hire car to keep you moving.4

South Australian drivers switched and saved*

It's true. Around 88% of people in South Australia who switched to Youi told us they saved on their car insurance.*


How much did they save?


An average of $206 per year*

In fact, South Australian customers told us they saved $717 thousand*

Figures are based on feedback received from 3,959 Youi policy-holders residing in South Australia who responded to an opt-in survey between 09 Feb 2025 and 21 Sep 2025. Survey results are based on information provided by new customers and have not been independently verified by Youi. Youi has not undertaken a comparison between surveyed customers’ former product and its own. Survey results include customers who bought car insurance products. Premiums and savings are subject to rating and underwriting and individuals’ own circumstances.
* Disclaimer

Compare our car insurance policies in SA

We want to make it easy for you to find the policy that best suits you and your needs. Take a closer look at our Comprehensive, Third Party Fire & Theft and Third Party Property Only car insurance policies here.

Comprehensive
Third Party Fire & Theft
Third Party Property Only
Youi Roadside Assist

From a flat tyre to a dead battery or a car that just won’t go, our roadside assistance will help get you out of trouble 24/7. Some limits and restrictions apply – see details in the PDS and Roadside Assist T&Cs.1

Accidental damage

Accidents happen. If they do, know your vehicle is covered for accidental damage caused by you or someone else.8

Intentional damage

Not all damage is accidental. So, if someone intentionally damages your car, that’s covered as well.8

Storm, hail or flood

We’ll provide cover for damage to your car caused by a storm, hail or flood.8, 9

Fire

From engine fire to electrical fire, if your car is damaged by fire, we’ll cover the cost to replace or repair it.9

Theft

If someone steals your car, or tries to and causes damage to the vehicle, we’ll cover the cost to replace or repair it.4

Earthquake

As rare as they are here in Australia, earthquakes can still hit and cause major damage. So, your car will be covered if it’s impacted.10

Legal liability

If your car accidentally causes damage to another person’s property, we’ve got you covered for up to $20 million in legal liability costs.11

Towing costs

We’ll cover the reasonable cost of towing and storing your vehicle at the nearest suitable place to the incident location, following an insured event.10

Personal transport

If your car is not safe to drive after an insured event, we’ll reimburse up to $100 for personal transport from the scene of the incident, to and from the car’s repairer, or to and from a hire car provider.4

Emergency accommodation, transport and repairs

If your car is involved in an insured event and isn’t safe to drive, and you’re more than 100km from home, we’ll reimburse up to $1,000 for your emergency accommodation, transport or repairs.4

Hire car following theft

We’ll pay for the reasonable cost of a hire car for up to 21 days after theft or attempted theft so you can stay on the move.4

Hire car following a not at fault accident

If the driver of another vehicle is at fault in an accident that causes loss or damage to your vehicle, we’ll cover the cost of a suitable hire car to help you get around.12 Conditions apply – see the PDS for full details.

Hire car for other insured events

You can choose to add the option to get a hire car for up to 21 days for all other insured events.13 Note: This optional cover may not always be available to you. If you ask and we agree to add the option, the details will be noted on your policy schedule and you’ll be charged an additional premium.

Locks and keys

If the keys to your car are stolen, we’ll cover the cost up to $1,000 after excess to replace or recode the car’s locks and keys.4

Additions to the car

We’ll replace the following items that are on or in your car should they be damaged as a result of an insured event:4

 
• Baby seat/s
• Personalised registration plates
• Towbar
• Window tinting
Contents inside the car

It’s not just your car that we’ve got covered after an insured event – we’ll also cover the contents inside it if they’re affected, with up to $150 per item and up to $750 for each claim.4

Unbraked trailer

Your unbraked trailer will be covered for its market value up to $1,500 if it’s damaged as a result of an insured event.14

Temporary replacement cover

Sold or traded in your current car? We’ll insure your replacement car for up to 14 days after purchase for the same level of cover as the car that it replaced. Where you have Comprehensive or Third Party Fire & Theft cover, the most we will pay for a claim on the replacement car is its market value up to a maximum of $100,000.11

Counselling services

Suffered an overwhelming road incident? We’ll help look after your mental health too, with reimbursement of up to $1,500 per person – including you, listed drivers and household members – toward costs you incur for counselling sessions needed after an incident where a claim has been accepted.11

Funeral expenses

If a driver of your car sustains a fatal injury as a result of an accident while driving with your permission, we’ll help the deceased driver’s estate cover costs related to the funeral, burial, or cremation. This benefit is capped at $5,000 in any one contract period.15

Lost or damaged business items

If your business items are stolen from a locked boot or lockable compartment, or damaged in an insured event, our optional car insurance for business items has you covered. Add it to your Youi Comprehensive or Third Party Fire & Theft car insurance policy and we’ll pay up to $400 per item, up to $2,000 per claim.15

Business items

If your business items are stolen from a locked boot or lockable compartment, or damaged in an insured event, our optional cover for business items has you covered. If you have selected this option on your policy, we’ll cover the replacement cost up to $400 for each item, with a maximum amount of $2,000 per claim.16 Note: This optional cover may not always be available to you. If you ask and we agree to add the option, the details will be noted on your policy schedule and you’ll be charged an additional premium.

Campervan / motorhome contents

If your vehicle is a campervan or motorhome, we’ll cover the contents inside up to $1,000 per item if loss or damage has occurred due to an insured event. The most we’ll pay for each claim is noted on your policy schedule.17 Note: This optional cover may not always be available to you. If you ask and we agree to add the option, the details will be noted on your policy schedule and you’ll be charged an additional premium.

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Car insurance in SA that’s a bit more you-shaped

We’re here to provide you with all the info and options you need to choose the perfect level of award-winning cover for your wheels. Give us a call today or get started online.

ROADSIDE ASSIST
 

Stranded in SA? Help is a call away

With Youi’s Comprehensive car insurance in SA, 24/7 roadside assistance is part of the package, including at breakdown locations in other states or territories.5

Just call 13 11 17 for roadside help.

 

 

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Our roadside assistance cover includes4: 

  • Vehicle towing
  • Emergency fuel
  • Flat or faulty batteries
  • Taxi
  • Lost or locked keys
  • Caravan / trailer assistance
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Youi car insurance FAQs

Got questions about car insurance in Adelaide or SA? Let’s get you some answers.

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Yes. Compulsory Third Party insurance (CTP) is, as the name suggests, mandatory car insurance in South Australia. It covers the financial impact of causing injury or death to others as the result of a motor accident involving your vehicle.6 Youi offers CTP insurance for SA, and you can nominate us as your future SA CTP insurer anytime via EzyReg.

From there, it’s your choice. You can also take out Comprehensive car insurance, Third Party Fire & Theft car insurance, or Third Party Property Only car insurance, depending on your individual needs.

Comprehensive car insurance is – you guessed it – the most comprehensive offering, providing cover for accidental damage, theft, fire, and some severe weather events including storms, hail or floods, and earthquakes.3

Yes, in South Australia, you pay your CTP insurance at the same time as your motor vehicle registration and it’s overseen by the CTP Insurance Regulator.6 You can choose from a range of government-approved insurers, including Youi.

There’s no single price when it comes to car insurance. What you pay will depend on a few key factors, such as:

  • Your age – if you’re under 25, you might be considered a high-risk driver due to a lack of driving experience, which could mean a higher premium
  • The type of car you drive – its age, market value, condition and colour might impact the cost  
  • Your personal driving record – how long you’ve held your licence and any incurred demerit points could influence your premium 
  • Your location – where you live and where your car is usually parked  on the street, in a garage, or in a driveway  can make a difference 
  • The cover you choose – from Third Party Property Only to Comprehensive, the level of cover affects the cost  
  • How you use your car – whether it’s for business or pleasure matters.  

At Youi, we let you choose from a range of excess amounts. For example, you may wish to go with a basic excess amount that suits your budget or opt to pay an extra premium to access a reduced excess for windscreen-related claims.4 In some instances, a driver-specific excess may also apply on top of your standard excess if, for example, a young driver or someone other than a regular or listed driver is behind the wheel at the time of the insured event.3

Unsure what excess is? It’s the amount of money you pay out of pocket when you make a claim on your car insurance. Whether you opt for Comprehensive car insurance or a different type of car insurance in SA, the excess you choose will affect the cost of your car insurance premium. The higher your excess, the less you’ll pay on your premium, but the more you’ll have to pay when you claim.

To compare car insurance in SA, you could start by figuring out which cover suits you best – Comprehensive, Third Party Fire & Theft, or Third Party Property Only. Then, explore options through comparison sites and directly with insurers – as not all are listed). Look closely at what’s included and excluded, compare excesses and extras, and take a moment to read customer reviews. If you’d like to see if Youi has a policy to suit your needs, consider starting a quote or contacting us today.

Data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) shows that, overall, car theft in South Australia is declining.7

According to the ABS, in 2024, there were 3,479 victims of motor vehicle theft in South Australia – a decrease of 12% from the previous year – however, car thievery remains a nationwide issue. The most common locations for car theft include driveways, carports, garages and streets.7

Congratulations, you’re moving to the state famed for its picturesque coastline, world-renowned wineries and buzzing arts scene! After settling into your new home, getting your registration and SA car insurance sorted should be your next step.

If you’ve moved to South Australia and own a vehicle registered in another state or territory, you must apply for SA registration within three months.8

People moving to SA need to nominate a CTP provider when they register their vehicle in SA, as interstate CTP automatically cancels when interstate registration is cancelled.8, 9

For that reason, it can be a good idea to start thinking about who your provider will be when you need to in South Australia. This however does not mean you necessarily need to change your general insurance – whether it’s Comprehensive, Third Party Fire & Theft, or Third Party Property Only.

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Guides

For inspiration about life out on the road in South Australia, check out the handy guides we’ve put together below.

Kangaroos on the South Australian Coast

The South Australia Road Trip Guide: Part 1

Adelaide, Victor Harbor and Cape Jervis South Australia holds endless delights.
April 16, 2025
Roadtrip SA

The South Australia Road Trip Guide: Part 2

Ceduna, Coonawarra and Mount Gambier In part 1 of our South Australia guide, we explored Adelaide, Victor Harbor and Cape Jervis.
December 17, 2024

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