Core summary
6 ft × 4 ft cargo bed
Tesla Cybertruck is a full-size, four-door battery-electric pickup truck with seating for five adults. Its current production generation uses a stainless-steel exterior, a 6-foot cargo bed, a powered tonneau cover, and Tesla’s integrated touchscreen-based control system. Current configurations include Premium All-Wheel Drive and Cyberbeast on Tesla’s U.S. configurator, while the 2026 North American owner’s manual also documents a Long Range configuration. Equipment, range, wheel sizes, suspension, and software availability vary by configuration and market. The common vehicle architecture includes a liquid-cooled lithium-ion battery, a single-speed fixed-gear transmission, four-wheel steering, and steer-by-wire control. Cybertruck is positioned for road use, towing, cargo transport, and off-road driving. Its strongest technical distinctions are its steer-by-wire system, rear-wheel steering, high towing rating, electrical outlets, and available Powershare functions. The vehicle is assembled in the United States at Gigafactory Texas.
History & generations
Tesla unveiled Cybertruck on November 21, 2019, as an electric pickup intended to combine utility-truck capability with Tesla’s battery-electric architecture. The production vehicle was delivered to its first customers on November 30, 2023. Tesla’s 2024 corporate reporting identified Cybertruck production at Gigafactory Texas and recorded a production rate of 1,000 builds per week during 2024. Tesla’s later capacity reporting listed more than 125,000 units of installed annual Cybertruck capacity at the Texas factory. The first production generation continues through the 2026 model year and remains the only production generation. Early vehicles included Foundation Series equipment and benefits, while later vehicles use regular production configurations. Tesla has continued to revise software, equipment, trim naming, suspension availability, and accessory packaging during the generation. The model’s development history is therefore best understood as one generation with rolling configuration changes rather than separate redesigns.
First production generation
The current Cybertruck generation entered customer production in 2023 and remains in production at Tesla Gigafactory Texas.
Body, platform & design
Cybertruck uses a sharply faceted body with a stainless-steel exterior described by Tesla as an exoskeleton. The exterior includes a full-width front lightbar, flush-style door hardware, a powered frunk, a cargo bed, and a powered hardtop tonneau cover on current configured vehicles. Tesla describes its HFS stainless material as corrosion resistant and more scratch resistant than typical exterior steel materials. The body is built around a high-strength structural approach rather than conventional painted outer panels. Current Tesla specifications list a 223.7-inch overall length and a width of 95.0 inches with mirrors extended. Folded mirror width is approximately 86.6 inches. The wheelbase is approximately 143.1 inches. Premium All-Wheel Drive and Cyberbeast use adjustable air suspension in the current owner’s manual, while Long Range documentation lists coil-spring suspension. Ground clearance varies with suspension setting and tire configuration. Regional equipment can differ, including wheel, tire, lighting, software, and accessory content. The stainless exterior requires Tesla’s specified cleaning and care procedures.
Engine & drivetrain
Cybertruck uses a liquid-cooled lithium-ion high-voltage battery with a nominal voltage of 700 volts. The current North American owner’s manual documents three powertrain layouts. Long Range uses one rear permanent-magnet synchronous motor. All-Wheel Drive uses one front induction motor and one rear permanent-magnet synchronous motor. Cyberbeast uses one front permanent-magnet synchronous motor and two rear induction motors. Each configuration uses a single-speed fixed-gear transmission. The current Tesla configurator lists Premium All-Wheel Drive with a 325-mile EPA-estimated range, a 4.1-second zero-to-60-mph time, and 11,000 pounds of towing capacity. Cyberbeast adds a tri-motor layout and a performance-focused specification. Tesla’s published figures are configuration-specific and can change with wheels, tires, software, payload, temperature, speed, and towing. Cybertruck also uses four-wheel steering and steer-by-wire, with redundant sensors and actuators described in the owner’s manual. Regenerative braking is integrated into the electronic braking system.
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Trim differences
Tesla’s current U.S. configurator lists Premium All-Wheel Drive and Cyberbeast as orderable Cybertruck configurations. Premium All-Wheel Drive uses a dual-motor layout, adaptive air suspension, a premium interior and bed package, and a listed EPA-estimated range of 325 miles. Cyberbeast uses three motors and is the performance-oriented configuration. The 2026 North American owner’s manual also includes Long Range specifications, including a rear-motor layout, coil-spring suspension, 18-inch all-season wheel-and-tire documentation, and separate dimensions and weight data. Tesla’s public materials have used several names during the generation, including Dual Motor All-Wheel Drive, Premium All-Wheel Drive, Long Range, and Cyberbeast. Foundation Series was an equipment package for early deliveries rather than a separate vehicle generation. Equipment such as the off-road light bar, Powershare hardware, interior finishes, wheels, tires, and driver-assistance software can depend on order date, configuration, region, and vehicle software. Prices and availability are market-specific and change over time.
Interior & seating
Cybertruck’s cabin seats five adults and uses a central touchscreen as the primary interface for many vehicle functions. Tesla’s current materials list an 18.5-inch center touchscreen and a separate rear touchscreen for passenger controls. The cabin includes front and rear seating, a panoramic glass roof, powered front seats, a heated steering wheel, multiple storage areas, and a powered frunk. The owner’s manual lists approximately 41.69 inches of front headroom and 39.05 inches of rear headroom, with approximately 41.09 inches of front legroom and 40.90 inches of rear legroom. Interior finishes vary by configuration and order specification, including Tactical Grey and White décor options on the current configurator. The cargo area includes a composite bed surface, bed lighting, storage beneath the bed, and available 120-volt and 240-volt outlets. Tesla offers accessories such as interior liners, storage bins, crossbars, and a cooler. Some equipment described in the manual is configuration-dependent, so the delivered vehicle’s actual cabin and cargo features should be matched to its build sheet.
Efficiency & range
Tesla’s current configurator lists 325 miles of EPA-estimated range for Premium All-Wheel Drive. Tesla also lists a Long Range consumption rating of 41 kWh per 100 miles on its current design interface. Range depends on wheels, tires, speed, temperature, payload, terrain, driving style, climate use, and towing. The owner’s manual states that displayed range is an estimate based on rated energy consumption and that actual use can differ. Towing and cargo accessories can reduce range substantially because of added mass and aerodynamic drag. Cybertruck supports Tesla Supercharging, home charging, and mobile charging. Tesla’s current product material lists a maximum Supercharging rate of 325 kW and up to 132 miles added in 15 minutes under stated conditions. The truck can supply electrical power through cabin and bed outlets, a charge-port adapter, or Powershare equipment. Home-backup capability requires compatible hardware, installation, and market eligibility. Charging performance varies with battery temperature, state of charge, charger capability, and site conditions.
Safety & equipment
Cybertruck includes automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning, side collision warning, obstacle-aware acceleration, blind-spot monitoring, lane-departure avoidance, emergency lane-departure avoidance, and Traffic-Aware Cruise Control as standard listed features. Tesla states that these systems assist the driver and do not make the vehicle autonomous. Full Self-Driving Supervised is separately sold and depends on region, hardware, software, and regulatory approval. Tesla reports a five-star overall NHTSA safety rating for Cybertruck. The vehicle uses airbags, seat belts, electronic stability control, anti-lock brakes, and a steer-by-wire system with redundant sensors and actuators. Safety campaigns have included software updates and component remedies. NHTSA recall 25V699 covered certain 2024–2026 Cybertrucks with software that could make front parking lamps exceed the permitted intensity. Tesla’s recall data should be checked by vehicle identification number because eligibility depends on build date, configuration, and software. Safety ratings and recall status are market- and vehicle-specific.
Strengths
Cybertruck’s strongest attributes are its electric powertrain, high towing capacity, large cargo bed, five-seat cabin, four-wheel steering, and integrated power-export functions. Premium All-Wheel Drive and Cyberbeast are rated for up to 11,000 pounds of trailer capacity with the documented wheel configuration. The vehicle’s 240-volt bed outlet and cabin outlets can power tools, appliances, and other equipment when the relevant hardware is fitted. Four-wheel steering reduces the turning circle for a vehicle of this size and supports low-speed maneuvering. Steer-by-wire permits variable steering response without a mechanical connection between the steering wheel and road wheels. Tesla’s software architecture allows ongoing feature updates and includes dedicated off-road modes. The stainless-steel exterior gives the truck a distinctive appearance and removes the need for conventional exterior paint. The model also offers a wide range of Tesla charging, connectivity, accessory, and energy-management functions.
A large electric pickup defined by steer-by-wire, four-wheel steering, and high towing capacity.
Considerations
Cybertruck is unusually wide, heavy, and tall for many parking garages, residential driveways, and older truck-access locations. Its extended-mirror width is approximately 95 inches, which can constrain narrow spaces. Towing, heavy payloads, cold weather, high speeds, off-road driving, and climate use can reduce practical range. The stainless exterior has specific cleaning requirements and can show surface contamination or discoloration if maintained incorrectly. The steer-by-wire and touchscreen-based control systems differ from conventional pickups and require driver familiarity. Tire choice affects range, clearance, payload, and off-road performance. Payload and towing limits vary by configuration, wheel, tire, and certification label. Some accessories and electrical functions require separate hardware or installation. Driver-assistance features remain supervised systems and require an attentive driver. Recall remedies and software campaigns should be checked by VIN, especially for early production vehicles and vehicles operating older software.
Recommended use
Cybertruck is best suited to buyers who want a full-size pickup with electric operation, strong towing capability, a five-person cabin, and substantial onboard electrical power. Premium All-Wheel Drive is the broadest current configuration for mixed road, towing, cargo, and off-road duties. Cyberbeast is oriented toward maximum acceleration and performance rather than minimum mass or maximum efficiency. Long Range documentation indicates a simpler rear-motor configuration with different suspension and wheel specifications. The truck can support worksite tools, recreational equipment, home-backup applications, and long-distance travel through Tesla’s charging network. It is less suitable where narrow width, low parking clearance, frequent heavy towing without charging access, or maximum highway efficiency are priorities. Buyers should match the configuration to trailer weight, payload, tire type, climate, route length, and available charging. Regional ordering availability and electrical-grid requirements affect the usefulness of Powershare and home-backup features.
FAQ
Q: Is Tesla Cybertruck a separate Tesla model? A: Yes. Tesla publicly identifies it as Cybertruck, a four-door electric pickup.
Q: How many people does Cybertruck seat? A: Tesla lists seating for five adults.
Q: What is the current Cybertruck generation? A: The first production generation began customer deliveries in November 2023.
Q: Which Cybertruck configurations are currently listed by Tesla? A: Tesla’s U.S. configurator lists Premium All-Wheel Drive and Cyberbeast.
Q: Can Cybertruck tow 11,000 pounds? A: Premium All-Wheel Drive and Cyberbeast are documented for that rating with specified wheels.
Q: Is Cybertruck fully self-driving? A: No. Tesla describes its driver-assistance systems as requiring active supervision.
What makes the Tesla Cybertruck different?
A large electric pickup defined by steer-by-wire, four-wheel steering, and high towing capacity.
Who should consider it?
Daily driving, towing, cargo hauling, and off-road use
Sources & updates
Research for this Tesla Cybertruck profile prioritized current manufacturer specifications, model-year equipment pages and official press material. Independent safety or regulatory records were used where available. Historical references were kept separate from current-generation specifications and image identification.
Equipment, pricing and certified figures can vary by market, trim and model year. The expandable reference list below contains the linked sources used for verification. Last editorial review: August 29, 2026.
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Last editorial review: August 29, 2026. Specifications remain market- and model-year-specific.