Cybertruck

Name: Tesla Cybertruck
Brand: Tesla

Stainless steel electric pickup truck

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Key Facts at a Glance

Seating 5 adults
Real-World Range 280-310 mi typical (EPA 318-325 mi)
Towing 7,500 lb (AWD New) / 11,000 lb (AWD Standard, Cyberbeast)
FSD Hardware HW4 (AI5 Computer)
Max Charging Rate 250 kW DC (Supercharger V3, NACS)
Safety 5-star NHTSA overall.

VERSION COMPARISON

	AWD (New) $59,990	AWD Standard $79,990	Cyberbeast $114,990
Tagline	New affordable entry. Deliveries June 2026.	Full-spec dual motor.	Tri-motor insanity.
0-60 mph	4.1s 0-60 mph	4.1s 0-60 mph	2.6s 0-60 mph
Range	325 mi	325 mi	318 mi
Drivetrain	Dual Motor AWD	Dual Motor AWD	Tri Motor AWD
Power	600 hp	600 hp	845 hp
Towing	7,500 lb	11,000 lb	11,000 lb
Highlights	Powered tonneau, Powershare V2H, Adaptive damping	Air suspension, Leather seats, Full towing	Maximum off-road, Fastest truck ever
Verdict	Best value Cybertruck ever. $20k cheaper than previous base with AWD.	Premium AWD with 11,000lb towing and air suspension.	Maximum everything. For those who want the best.

TL;DR

Cheapest Cybertruck AWD (New) — Entry at $59,990 with AWD. Powered tonneau + Powershare included.

Value Cybertruck AWD (New) — Dual motor + 325mi range at $60k. Best truck value.

YOLO Cyberbeast — 2.6s 0-60 truck at $114,990. Tri-motor dominance.

The mistake? Overpaying for AWD Standard when the new $60k AWD has most features.

RELEASE HISTORY & WHAT CHANGED

Nov 2023

Initial Release

First production units delivered.

Apr 2024

Foundation Series End

Foundation Series phase completed
standard orders opened to all customers

Oct 2024

RWD Launch

Single motor RWD variant launched at $60
990

Jan 2025

2025 Lineup

RWD discontinued
lineup simplified to AWD ($81
985) and Cyberbeast ($116
985)

Feb 2026

2026 Refresh

New $59
990 AWD base trim with powered tonneau
adaptive damping
Powershare V2H
textile seats. Deliveries June 2026.

FEATURE DEEP-DIVE

Full Self-Driving (FSD)

Hardware: HW4 (AI5 Computer)
Capabilities: Supervised FSD on city streets & highways, Auto Lane Change, Navigate on Autopilot, Smart Summon, Autopark
Option: $8,000 add-on or $99/month subscription
Subscription: $99/month FSD subscription available

Charging

Max Rate: 250 kW DC (Supercharger V3, NACS)
Range per 15 min: ~136 miles in 15 min
Home Charging: Wall Connector (48A, 11.5 kW) or Powershare bidirectional
Port: NACS native

Interior

18.5" center touchscreen
Stainless steel exoskeleton (no paint, no dents)
6.5-foot bed with powered tonneau cover
Powershare V2H bidirectional charging (new AWD trim)
Adaptive air suspension (AWD Standard, Cyberbeast)
Armor glass, vault lighting
110V/240V bed outlets

Safety

5-star NHTSA overall. 8 cameras, AEB, Collision Avoidance, 3mm stainless exoskeleton, armored glass.

5-YEAR OWNERSHIP ESTIMATE

Fuel Savings (5 yr): $7,000-10,000 vs full-size gas truck
Maintenance (5 yr): ~$3,000 (tires are expensive, wipers, cabin filter)
Insurance: High; expect $3,000-5,000/yr (stainless repair costs still uncertain)
Depreciation: New model — resale uncertain but demand is strong
Federal Credit: Expired — federal EV credit ended Sept 30, 2025
Bottom Line: New AWD base trim offers best value. Massive fuel savings vs gas trucks ($7,000-10,000 over 5 years).

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 tax credit for EV charging equipment (Alternative Fuel Vehicle Refueling Property Credit) remains available — up to 30% of installation costs — through June 30, 2026.

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

▸Federal charger tax credit: 30% of EV charger installation costs (through June 30, 2026)
▸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)

The federal EV purchase credit expired Sept 30, 2025. State and local incentives vary and change frequently. Always verify current eligibility with your state's energy office and a tax professional before purchasing.