The 2025 Tesla Cybertruck
What is the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck really like? As good as the fans say? As bad as the detractors say? Let's get to the bottom of it.
What Makes It Good
The Cybertruck has some undeniably high highs. Despite its out of this world design, Tesla's Cybertruck feels shockingly natural behind the wheel.
Combine that with tech unlike any other vehicle in the world—and a 0-60 acceleration that'll make anyone giggle—and you can find a lot of love in the Cybertruck. Aaaand some things to hate.
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What Makes It Bad
The Cybertruck's low-poly style might be a major selling point for some people—or a complete deal-breaker for others.
And if you do end up driving one, you'd better like to be the center of attention wherever you go. And that's not to mention the bizarre technical oversights...
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Is It Worth Buying?
The Cybertruck is a vehicle of extremes, and when you're on the bleeding-edge of technology you're bound to hit some speed bumps, but Tesla's 2025 truck is a shockingly fun drive, and an exciting entry into the market.
The Look
There isn't a single other vehicle you could buy today that will get recognized more than the Cybertruck. Buying one is akin to making you a mini-celebrity overnight—but don't think this truck is all about show. It's maybe the most innovative vehicle on the road.
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Cutting Edge
Just being an electric truck isn't enough to be innovative anymore. The Cybertruck's steer-by-wire system, more similar to an aircraft than a traditional car, is at the cutting edge of automotive technology.
It's Still A Truck
It might look like it's out of a video game, but the Cybertruck is still a truck. Its cargo bed's retractable tonneau cover is an innovation we never knew we needed—and according to Tesla, this beast can still tow 11,000 pounds.
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The Beast
The 600-horsepower dual motor AWD option is actually the less powerful of your two options. If that's not enough, you opt for the Beast—a trio of electric motors that pushes a whopping 834 horsepower.
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Fastest In The West
The standard motor on the Cybertruck is quick, but the Beast-equipped model was the single fastest truck that Car and Driver magazine has ever tested.
How does 0-60 in 2.6 seconds sound?
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So-So On Fuel
Of course, a motor like the Beast has some drawbacks. Its 250-mile range at highway speeds is nothing to write home about, and comparable to other, less-expensive trucks in its class.
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Classic Tesla
The Cybertruck doesn't look anything like Tesla's other models, but if you've driven one before, you'll probably feel right at home behind the wheel. Both the interior design and functionality are classic Tesla.
Closest Competitors
GMC's Hummer EV Pickup comes close to the Cybertruck in terms of wow-factor, and the Rivian R1T Quad Motor actually one-upped it in terms of horsepower, but neither can quite match the Cybertruck's whole package.
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What's New?
Tesla has announced that it will begin offering a range extender sometime in 2025 to make up for the Cybertruck's average mileage—but it's got a couple catches.
Keep This In Mind
The range extender will take up some space in the bed of your truck as a trade-off for the claimed 120-mile boost in range.
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It Won't Come Cheap
Not only does Tesla say the Cybertruck range extender will run owners $16,000, but you will also need to bring your truck to a Tesla dealer for installation, and the change will be permanent, meaning you'll never get the space in your truck back.
More Of The Same
Aside from the range extender, which has only been announced, there are no other changes to the Cybertruck in store for 2025.
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How Much?
The 2025 Tesla Cybertruck starts at $82,235 and can go up to $102,235 depending on your options, so let's look into them:
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Which Is The Best Option?
Since no RWD option yet exists, your two options when it comes to the Cybertruck are the less-expensive AWD and more-expensive Beast models. So, how are you supposed to choose?
Low Rider
Both the AWD and the Beast have Tesla's adjustable air suspension, able to raise and lower the truck at any time and can give you up to 17 inches of clearance.
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A Monster Off-Road
The Cybertruck's air suspension, combined with respectable 35-degree approach and 28-degree departure angles, mean that the EV is one heck of a machine when you take it off road. But don't worry—it still eats up the pavement.
Tight Corners
The Cybertruck eats corners for breakfast, completely outclassing other trucks of its size. And the aircraft-style steer-by-wire system is just one part of it.
Incredibly Maneuverable
Variable-ratio rear-wheel steering may sound like a lot of words—but they're worth it. Unlike traditional vehicles, the Cybertruck's rear wheels actually turn with the EV, giving it an incredible turning ratio.
Pure Performance
The three motors on the Beast, whose 834 horsepower bears repeating, undeniably make it the choice for people who want the best performance possible—but it's not that simple, is it?
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Probably Save The Money
Though the acceleration on the Beast is fun, and it's fun to tell people that you drive "The Beast," most consumers would probably be better served by the better range and price of the AWD.
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Gone In 60 Seconds
The Beast's 2.6-second 0-60 time is absolutely ridiculous, but don't overlook the AWD model. 0-60 in 3.9 seconds is still nothing to sniff at, and neither is its 113 mph top speed.
The Beast Goes Fast
113 mph is plenty fast for most people. But how does 131 mph sound? Sounds pretty good, I bet.
That's the Beast for ya.
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How Much Can You Pull
Both the dual and tri-motor versions of the Cybertruck have a claimed towing capacity of 11,000 pounds. Tesla has also announced plans for a smaller, single motor model that will tow 7,500 pounds.
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How Much Can Go In The Bed?
Even if it looks like it should be on a computer screen, every Cybertruck can still carry 2,500 pounds in its cargo bed.
Battery Life, Range, And Charging
The Beast's battery has a capacity of around 122.4 kWh, while the AWD is just slightly lower. One of the benefits of the dual motor, at least according to Tesla, is that it can get up to 136 miles of extra range from just 15 minutes on a Tesla Supercharger. The Beast gets slightly fewer, at 128 miles.
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How Long Does It Take
Under normal charging conditions, charging the Cybertruck's battery from 10 to 50% will take up to 50 minutes, so plan accordingly.
How Far Can It Go
Despite the AWD version's benefits, Tesla claims that you will only lose five miles of range on a full charge with the Beast. The AWD has a range of 325 miles, while the Beast's is 320 miles.
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How Far Can It REALLY Go?
Since the Cybertruck is considered a "heavy-duty pickup" by the EPA, Tesla actually doesn't need to officially report their fuel economy statistics.
When testers took the EVs and tried to find out for themselves, they found a slightly different story.
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Comparable To The Competition
Under real-world circumstances, the Cybertruck traveled 250 miles on a full-charge—a full 70 miles short of Tesla's claim. That 250-mile range is very similar to Tesla's competition.
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How's The Inside?
If there was one word to describe the interior styling of Tesla's Cybertruck, it would be: minimalist. What else would you expect from a truck that looks like it was made on the Nintendo 64? But simple can be a good thing...
Lots Of Room
You might worry that the Cybertruck's sharply sloped roof might sacrifice rear-headroom, but the interior is actually surprisingly spacious, with more than enough headroom for most, even in the rear.
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The Frunk
The Cybertruck's frunk (front-trunk) really doesn't give you much, and you can probably only fit a single suitcase in there.
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Big Storage Space
Ok, the frunk isn't a great storage solution, but if you're willing to fold down the rear seats, the interior of the Cybertruck actually has a ridiculous amount of room to haul just about anything—and that's not even including the cargo bed!
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How Big Is The Cargo Bed?
The Cybertruck's cargo bed has 121 cubic feet of volume—but there's more than meets the eye. There's actually a hidden storage compartment in the bed itself that gives you another frunk's worth of space back there.
The Fun Tech
The second you get behind the wheel of any Cybertruck, you're probably going to notice the massive 18.5-inch touchscreen in the center of the dash. But don't worry, for those in the back, there's another 9.4-inch touchscreen behind the center console.
Included Features
SiriusXM satellite radio is included with every Cybertruck, as is the ability to turn your EV into a moving Wi-Fi hotspot. But it doesn't come with everything...
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Excluded Features
Like all other Teslas, both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are disabled in the Cybertruck.
Autopilot
All Cybertrucks feature Tesla's controversial autopilot system, and you can opt in to the company's Full Self-Driving system—though completely autonomous driving, something that Tesla has long claimed is right around the corner, is still lacking.
Driver-Assistance
There's a lot a Cybertruck can do to assist drivers even without going full I, Robot. While keeping you in control of the EV, the Cybertruck has a wide variety of driver-assistance technology like lane-assist and full 360-degree cameras.
Lacking Crash Test Results
Unlike most vehicles, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has not officially tested the Cybertruck, so there is no crash test data for consumers to rely on. Yet Tesla does offer many innovative safety features on their heavy-duty EV.
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Safety Features
Key safety features on the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck include standard automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection, standard lane-departure warning with lane-keeping assist, and standard adaptive cruise control with a lane-centering feature.
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Warranty And Maintenance
Though Tesla offers a comprehensive warranty on all of its models, there is no such thing as "complimentary maintenance" on any of their EVs, the Cybertruck included.
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Warranty Options
The Cybertruck's Limited Warranty covers four years, or 50,000 miles. The Powertrain Warranty covers eight years, or 150,000 miles. And the battery components are covered for eight years, or 150,000 miles.
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Tech Specs: Powertrain
Front Motor: permanent-magnet synchronous AC, 276 hp, 320 lb-ft
Rear Motor: induction AC, 284 hp, 544 lb-ft
Combined Power: 834 hp
Combined Torque: 740 lb-ft
Battery Pack: liquid-cooled lithium-ion, 123.0 kWh
Onboard Charger: 11.5 kW
Peak DC Fast-Charge Rate: 250 kW
Transmissions: direct-drive
Tech Specs: Chassis
Suspension, F/R: control arms/control arms
Brakes, F/R: 13.8-in vented disc/14.0-in vented disc
Tires: Goodyear Wrangler Territory RT LT285/65R-20 123/120H M+S TO
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Tech Specs: Dimensions
Wheelbase: 143.1 in
Length: 223.7 in
Width: 80.0 in
Height: 68.5–76.6 in
Passenger Volume, F/R: 62/57 cubic ft
Front Trunk Volume: 7 cubic ft
Underbed Storage Volume: 3 cubic ft
Curb Weight: 6,901 lbs
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