Tesla Cybertruck
The Tesla Cybertruck ranks #24 out of 25 electric vehicles with a calculated score of 8.1 / 10. Unapologetically polarizing stainless-steel pickup with steer-by-wire agility, 48-volt low-voltage electrical architecture, and 11,000 lbs of towing capacity.
Good For
- Steer-by-wire tight turning radius
- 11,000 lbs heavy towing capacity
- Dent-resistant stainless-steel panels
Not For
- Subtle low-profile street appearances
- Traditional painted truck repairs
Specifications
| Range | 340 mi |
|---|---|
| Peak charge | 250 kW |
| Price | $70k+ |
| Body | Truck |
| Drive | AWD |
Editor's Analysis & Field Notes
The Tesla Cybertruck is unlike anything else on American roads. Constructed with cold-rolled stainless-steel structural body panels and shatter-resistant glass, it incorporates revolutionary automotive technologies, including 100% steer-by-wire with rear-wheel steering and an automotive-first 48-volt low-voltage architecture. In dual-motor all-wheel-drive form, it generates 600 horsepower, reaches 60 mph in 4.1 seconds, and tows up to 11,000 pounds with an EPA range of 340 miles. Its 6-foot composite bed features a motorized tonneau cover strong enough to stand on, revealing 67 cubic feet of lockable storage alongside 120V and 240V outlets capable of powering job sites. Peak charging speed is 250 kW at Superchargers. While its brutalist geometric styling sparks intense debate, its engineering innovations are undeniably formidable.
Score Breakdown
Calculated from electric vehicles category weights on a 10-point scale:
| Sub-Score | Weight | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | 30% | 9.1 / 10 |
| Value | 25% | 7.2 / 10 |
| Reliability | 15% | 6.8 / 10 |
| External | 20% | 8.0 / 10 |
| Popularity | 10% | 9.4 / 10 |
Independent Reviews & Consensus
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