The 2025 Tesla Cybertruck AWD is unlike any pickup ever made — stainless steel exoskeleton, 600 hp dual-motor drivetrain, 11,000 lb tow rating, and 325 miles of range from a 123 kWh pack.
Vehicle Overview
| Vehicle Segment | Pickup |
| Body Style | Crew-cab electric pickup |
| Release Year | 2025 |
| Trim/Variant Reviewed | All-Wheel Drive |
| Available Trims | Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Cyberbeast |
Key Specifications (Tesla Cybertruck All-Wheel Drive)
| Motor | Dual permanent-magnet synchronous motors producing 600 hp and 1020 Nm |
| Transmission | Single-speed automatic |
| Battery | 123 kWh lithium-ion |
| EPA Range | 325 miles |
| DC Fast Charging | Up to 250 kW |
| Drivetrain | AWD |
0–60 mph: 4.1s
| Top speed | 112 mph |
| Dimensions | 223.7" L × 80.0" W × 70.5" H |
| Curb weight | 6,603 lb |
| Cargo | 67 cu ft |
| Towing | Up to 11,000 lb |
| Seats | 5 |
Exterior Design
Stainless steel "exoskeleton" body — no paint, no traditional body panels
Armor Glass that survives most impacts (the famous launch demo notwithstanding)
Adaptive air suspension provides up to 17.4" of ground clearance
Steer-by-wire system with rear-wheel steering for surprising agility
Interior, Comfort & Materials
18.5" central touchscreen — the largest in any Tesla
Yoke steering wheel (steer-by-wire eliminates steering column)
Power tailgate with vault-like 6-foot bed and built-in 120/240V outlets
5-seat cabin with seating for tall adults front and rear
Tonneau cover for the bed slides electrically
Features & Infotainment
| V2L bidirectional charging | 9.6 kW from the bed outlets to power tools or a campsite |
Full Self-Driving (Supervised) optional
Premium 15-speaker audio system
Cybertruck-specific off-road mode with adjustable ride height
Safety & Ratings
Standard Autopilot and full active safety suite
Steer-by-wire allows variable-ratio steering and reduces driver effort
Massive stainless body provides exceptional crash protection (informal observation)
Driving Performance & Handling
The 2025 Tesla Cybertruck delivers a balanced driving experience appropriate for its segment.
EV Range & Charging
| EPA Range | 325 miles |
| Real-world Range | ~250 miles mixed |
| DC Fast Charging (peak) | 250 kW |
10–80% DC charging: approximately 35 minutes
| AC Charging (Level 2) | 11.5 kW |
| Efficiency | 2.6 mi/kWh |
Practicality & Everyday Usability
6-foot bed with 67 cu ft of lockable storage capacity
Built-in 120V and 240V outlets for power export (welder, RV, tools)
11,000 lb tow rating — class-competitive
Frunk adds another ~7 cu ft of weatherproof storage
Warranty & Maintenance
| Basic warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
| Powertrain warranty | 8 years / 150,000 miles |
| EV battery warranty | 8 years / 150,000 miles |
On-Road Price & Value for Money
| Starting MSRP | $79,990 |
| Top trim | $99,990 |
Considering its competition and equipment level, the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck offers competitive value for the segment.
Comparison with Rivals
Key competitors include the Ford F-150 Lightning, Rivian R1T, GMC Sierra EV and Chevrolet Silverado EV.
The F-150 Lightning is more conventional and easier to live with daily. The Rivian R1T is more refined off-road and has nicer materials. The Cybertruck is the most differentiated, with steer-by-wire and the stainless body — but also the most polarizing.
Pros & Cons
Pros
Genuinely unique design that gets attention everywhere
11,000 lb towing rating with Power Boost option
Off-road capability rivals the Rivian R1T and Ford Raptor
Bidirectional charging (V2L) up to 9.6 kW from the bed
Tesla Supercharger network for road trips
Cons
Polarizing exterior design — not for everyone
Stainless body shows fingerprints and is hard to repair after damage
Range drops sharply when towing (~150 miles loaded)
Steer-by-wire takes adjustment; some drivers never warm to it
Significant early-build quality concerns reported on early units
Overall Rating
4 / 5 — based on segment expectations, value, performance, and practicality.
Final Verdict
The 2025 Cybertruck AWD is the most polarizing pickup on sale. If the design speaks to you and you can live with the early-adopter quirks, it's a genuinely capable, fast and unique truck. If you want a no-fuss electric pickup, the F-150 Lightning is the safer choice.
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