2025 Tesla Cybertruck Review: The Future of Electric Trucks is Here
Table of Contents
Introduction: The Most Disruptive Truck Ever
Exterior Design: Love It or Hate It
Interior: Minimalist Futurism
Powertrain & Performance
Towing & Payload Capacity
Off-Road Capability
Technology & Software Features
Charging & Range
Safety & Durability
Trim Levels & Pricing
Competitor Comparison (Rivian R1T, Ford F-150 Lightning)
Pros & Cons
Final Verdict
2025 Tesla Cybertruck Specs Table
1. Introduction: The Most Disruptive Truck Ever
After years of delays, the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck has finally arrived, bringing polarizing design, insane performance, and unmatched durability to the electric truck market. With its exoskeleton construction, bulletproof steel, and 0-60 mph in 2.9 seconds, this is not your grandfather's pickup.
Key Highlights:
⚡ Tri-Motor AWD (845 HP / 10,296 lb-ft wheel torque)
🚀 0-60 mph in 2.9 sec (faster than a Porsche 911)
🛡️ Ultra-Hard 30X Cold-Rolled Stainless Steel Exoskeleton
🔋 500+ miles of range (extended battery option)
💡 Steer-by-Wire & Rear-Wheel Steering
2. Exterior Design: Love It or Hate It
Radical Geometry:
Angular, origami-like stainless steel panels
No paint options (raw steel finish only)
Tinted armored glass windows
Functional Features:
Built-in ramp (tailgate lowers to ground)
Lockable vault (6.5 ft bed with powered tonneau cover)
Air compressor & 120V/240V outlets
3. Interior: Minimalist Futurism
Cabin Layout:
Yoke steering wheel (no stalks, touch controls)
18.5" touchscreen (no instrument cluster)
Seats 6 (front bench option available)
Material Choices:
Premium vegan leather
Dash wrapped in ultra-durable synthetic material
No carpet (easy-clean rubber flooring)
4. Powertrain & Performance
Motor Configurations:
| Model | Motors | HP | 0-60 mph | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single Motor RWD | 1 | ??? | 6.5 sec | 250 mi |
| Dual Motor AWD | 2 | 600 | 4.1 sec | 340 mi |
| Tri Motor AWD | 3 | 845 | 2.9 sec | 500 mi |
Acceleration Notes:
"Beast Mode" launch control (Tri-Motor only)
Top speed: 130 mph (electronically limited)
5. Towing & Payload Capacity
| Model | Max Towing | Payload |
|---|---|---|
| Single Motor | 7,500 lbs | 2,500 lbs |
| Dual Motor | 11,000 lbs | 3,500 lbs |
| Tri Motor | 14,000 lbs | 3,500 lbs |
Real-World Towing Impact:
Range drops ~50% when towing max load
Built-in trailer brake controller
6. Off-Road Capability
Key Features:
Adaptive air suspension (17" ground clearance)
Locking differentials (Tri-Motor only)
Water fording depth: 31 inches
Drive Modes:
Baja Mode (loosens stability control)
Rock Crawl Mode (torque vectoring)
7. Technology & Software Features
Infotainment:
Tesla Arcade (play games on center screen)
Dog Mode (keeps cabin temp regulated)
Autonomous Driving:
Full Self-Driving (FSD) capable
48V electrical architecture (industry first)
8. Charging & Range
Charging Speeds:
250 kW Supercharging: 15-80% in ~25 min
Home charging: 40 miles/hour (48A)
Range Tips:
Best efficiency at ~65 mph
Range extender battery available (adds $16,000)
9. Safety & Durability
Crash Protection:
Gigacast front/rear structures
No door handles (reduces crash weak points)
Durability Tests:
Steel body resists dents & scratches
Tesla claims "sledgehammer-proof" doors
10. Trim Levels & Pricing
| Model | Starting Price |
|---|---|
| Single Motor RWD | $60,990 |
| Dual Motor AWD | $79,990 |
| Tri Motor AWD | $99,990 |
11. Competitor Comparison
| Feature | Cybertruck | Rivian R1T | F-150 Lightning |
|---|---|---|---|
| HP | 845 | 835 | 580 |
| 0-60 | 2.9s | 3.0s | 4.0s |
| Towing | 14,000 lbs | 11,000 lbs | 10,000 lbs |
| Range | 500 mi | 410 mi | 320 mi |
12. Pros & Cons
✅ Pros:
Unmatched acceleration
Industry-leading tech
Indestructible exterior
❌ Cons:
Polarizing design
No Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
13. Final Verdict
Rating: 8.5/10 – The most capable electric truck that breaks all conventions, but its quirks won't suit everyone.
14. 2025 Tesla Cybertruck Specs Table
| Category | Tri-Motor Specs |
|---|---|
| Motors | 3 (AWD) |
| Horsepower | 845 |
| Torque | 10,296 lb-ft (wheel) |
| 0-60 mph | 2.9 sec |
| Range | 500 mi |
| Towing | 14,000 lbs |
| Payload | 3,500 lbs |
| Base Price | $99,990 |
