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Tesla Cybertruck All-Wheel Drive — US review

Tesla Cybertruck All-Wheel Drive Review (2025–)

The Stainless-Steel Pickup

Tesla US review Since 2025 By the True Motion Auto editorial team

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 SegmentPickup
Body StyleCrew-cab electric pickup
Release Year2025
Trim/Variant ReviewedAll-Wheel Drive
Available TrimsRear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Cyberbeast

Key Specifications (Tesla Cybertruck All-Wheel Drive)

MotorDual permanent-magnet synchronous motors producing 600 hp and 1020 Nm
TransmissionSingle-speed automatic
Battery123 kWh lithium-ion
EPA Range325 miles
DC Fast ChargingUp to 250 kW
DrivetrainAWD

0–60 mph: 4.1s

Top speed112 mph
Dimensions223.7" L × 80.0" W × 70.5" H
Curb weight6,603 lb
Cargo67 cu ft
TowingUp to 11,000 lb
Seats5

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 charging9.6 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 Range325 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
Efficiency2.6 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 warranty4 years / 50,000 miles
Powertrain warranty8 years / 150,000 miles
EV battery warranty8 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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