Cybercab

Cybercab

Purpose-built autonomous robotaxi with no steering wheel or pedals. Tesla is accepting interest for future Cybercab fleet purchasing and Robotaxi network opportunities.

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Key Facts at a Glance

  • Seating 2 passengers
  • Real-World Range TBD (estimated 200+ mi)
  • Towing N/A
  • FSD Hardware AI5 Computer (next-gen)
  • Max Charging Rate Inductive (wireless) charging
  • Safety AI-driven 360° perception.

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VERSION COMPARISON

Cybercab
$30,000
Tagline Fleet-purchase interest is open; consumer price and availability remain unconfirmed.
0-60 mph
Range
Drivetrain
Power
Towing
Highlights Official Robotaxi network interest form now open
Verdict
Tesla's Q1 2026 report targets Cybercab volume production in 2026 and its network form accepts fleet-purchase interest, but this is not an order or reservation. Current Robotaxi rides use Model Y; Cybercab price and public availability remain unconfirmed.

TL;DR

Cheapest Cybercab — $30,000 or less. Cheapest Tesla ever made.
Value Cybercab — Future fleet-purchase interest is open, but price and availability are not confirmed.
YOLO Cybercab — Join Tesla's Robotaxi network interest list for future Cybercab purchasing opportunities.
The mistake? Expecting to drive it yourself - there's no steering wheel or pedals.

RELEASE HISTORY & WHAT CHANGED

Feb 2026
First Unit Built

First Cybercab unit rolled off the line at Giga Texas on February 17, 2026 — built on the next-gen Unboxed manufacturing platform.

Apr 2026
Continuous Production Begins

Low-volume ramp-up phase underway at Giga Texas. Confirmed in Tesla Q1 2026 10-Q (filed April 22). Volume ramp targeting hundreds of units/week by Q3–Q4 2026. Not available to the public.

Sep 2026
Robotaxi Network Interest Opens

Tesla's official 'Help Us Build Our Robotaxi Network' form now accepts interest in Cybercab fleet vehicle purchasing, mobility hubs and infrastructure, and event collaboration. Tesla's live Robotaxi ride service currently uses Model Y—not Cybercab—and is available through dedicated iOS and Android apps in Austin, Dallas, Houston, Miami, Orlando, and Tampa.

Dec 2026
Volume Production (Expected)

Tesla's Q1 2026 update says Cybercab volume production is expected in 2026. Tesla has not announced consumer deliveries or public purchase availability.

FEATURE DEEP-DIVE

Full Self-Driving (FSD)

Hardware
AI5 Computer (next-gen)
Capabilities
Full autonomy — Level 4/5, no steering wheel, no pedals. Purpose-built robotaxi.
Option
Autonomy is the product — no manual driving possible
Subscription
Ride-hail pricing TBD

Charging

Max Rate
Inductive (wireless) charging
Range per 15 min
TBD
Home Charging
Wireless pad — no plug needed
Port
No charge port (wireless only)

Interior

  • No steering wheel or pedals
  • Butterfly doors with auto-open
  • Minimalist 2-seat cabin
  • Hatchback cargo opening
  • Full touchscreen entertainment
  • Climate control with phone-based pre-conditioning

Safety

AI-driven 360° perception. No crash test data yet (pre-production). Designed for full autonomy with redundant systems.

5-YEAR OWNERSHIP ESTIMATE

Fuel Savings (5 yr)
N/A — not a personally-driven vehicle
Maintenance (5 yr)
TBD — fleet maintenance model expected
Insurance
TBD — Tesla likely offers fleet insurance
Depreciation
Unknown — first-of-kind autonomous vehicle
Federal Credit
N/A — federal credit expired before production start
Bottom Line
Cost model unclear. May be purchased for personal robotaxi income or ride-hail use.

PRICING & SAVINGS

Federal EV Tax Credit (Expired)

The federal EV tax credit expired September 30, 2025. The up-to-$7,500 credit for new EVs (Section 30D) and up-to-$4,000 credit for used EVs (Section 25E) are no longer available for vehicles acquired after that date.

The federal charger-installation credit information previously shown here expired June 30, 2026. Verify whether any replacement federal, state, or utility program applies before purchase.

STATE INCENTIVE EXAMPLES
California
Up to $7,500 CVRP
Clean Vehicle Rebate Project for qualifying buyers + HOV lane access stickers
Colorado
$5,000
State tax credit for new EVs
New Jersey
~7% sales tax exemption
No sales tax on zero-emission vehicles
New York
Up to $2,000
Drive Clean rebate at point of sale
Texas
No state rebate
No state income tax offsets total cost; check local utility rebates
OTHER SAVINGS
  • ▸Tesla current offer: trade in a gas or hybrid vehicle and receive 2,000 free Supercharging miles on an eligible new Tesla; miles expire two years after delivery
  • ▸Tesla current offer: Model 3 Premium and Performance financing from 1.99% APR for up to 72 months
  • ▸Tesla current offer: Model Y RWD/AWD/Premium financing from 1.49% APR; Performance financing from 3.99% APR for up to 72 months
  • ▸Tesla current offer: Model Y L Launch Series includes one year each of FSD (Supervised), Premium Connectivity, and Supercharging plus free interior and exterior options
  • ▸Tesla lists a $99/month FSD (Supervised) subscription and a 30-day trial with new-vehicle delivery
  • ▸Many employers offer pre-tax commuter benefits for EV charging
  • ▸Some utilities offer time-of-use rates — charge overnight at $0.04-0.08/kWh
  • ▸Tesla Supercharger network: ~$0.35-0.50/kWh, still 40-60% cheaper than gas
  • ▸No oil changes, no transmission service, brake pads last 100k+ miles (regen braking)

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