2025 Tesla Cybertruck

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2025 models.

Tesla Cybertruck
Pictured: 2024 Tesla Cybertruck Foundation Series, front left (Greenwich). Photo: Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD
Body styles
4dr Pickup AWD, 4dr Pickup Cyberbeast
Engines
Electric motor
Horsepower
600 hp
Transmission
1-speed automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Seats
5
Fuel
EV
EV range
335 mi · 11.7 h on 240 V
Length
223.6 in
Curb weight
6,603–6,843 lb
NHTSA rating
Not rated
Recalls
3 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

  • Long EV rangeUp to 335 miles on a charge (EPA).
  • AWD / 4WD available
  • Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.

Watch out for

No weak spots against similar models in the data.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2025 Tesla Cybertruck is a standard pickup truck powered by electricity and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.

It measures about 224 inches long and 87 inches wide on a 145-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 6,603 lb (4dr Pickup AWD).

The electric version has an EPA-rated range of up to 335 miles and takes about 11.7 hours to charge on a 240-volt Level 2 charger.

NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.

It has 3 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 26 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.

Trims, performance & features

Powertrain600 hpElectric motor
Transmission1-speed automatic
DriveAWD/4WD
Seating5 seats · 2 rows

Safety & driver-assist features

Automatic emergency brakingStandard
Forward collision warningStandard
Blind-spot monitoringStandard
Rear cross-traffic alertStandard
Lane departure warningStandard
Lane keeping assistStandard
Adaptive cruise controlStandard
Parking assistStandard
Backup cameraStandard
Automatic high beamsStandard
Adaptive driving beamStandard
Keyless startStandard
LED headlightsYes

Built in: Austin, Texas

NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 3 2025 Cybertruck configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
4dr Pickup AWD223.6 in86.6 in70.5 in145.3 in68.5 / 68.5 in6,603 lb50/50
4dr Pickup Cyberbeast223.6 in86.6 in70.5 in145.3 in68.5 / 68.5 in6,843 lb49/51

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Cybertruck Long Range EV240 kW ACPM 3-PhaseAutomatic (A1)Rear-Wheel Drive335 mi · 40.8735 kWh/100mi–$900–
Cybertruck AWD EV224 and 239 kW AC InductionAutomatic (A1)All-Wheel Drive325 mi · 42.9059 kWh/100mi–$950–
Cybertruck Long Range (20in Cyber wheels) EV240 kW ACPM 3-PhaseAutomatic (A1)Rear-Wheel Drive335 mi · 43.3555 kWh/100mi–$1,000–
9/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
10/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Save $7,500Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
20.5 MPG2025 Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2025 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck.

Recalls (3)

Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Rotor · Apr 21, 2026

NHTSA campaign 26V255000 · 173 vehicles

Problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Cybertruck vehicles equipped with 18-inch steel wheels. The brake rotor stud holes may crack and allow the stud to separate from the wheel hub.
Risk
Wheel stud separation can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Tesla Service will replace the front and rear brake rotors, hubs, and lug nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-26-33-003.
Exterior Lighting · Oct 14, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V699000 · 63,619 vehicles

Problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Cybertruck vehicles operating software prior to 2025.38.3. The vehicle controller software may cause the front parking lights to be too bright and exceed the maximum light output, adversely affecting the vision of other drivers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk
Parking lights that are too bright can reduce visibility of oncoming drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-00-008.
Structure › Body · Mar 18, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V170000 · 46,096 vehicles

Problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Cybertruck vehicles. The light bar can delaminate and detach from the vehicle.
Risk
A detached light bar can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Tesla service will replace the cant rail assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 19, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-10-001.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2025 Tesla Cybertruck is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

26Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
2Involved a crash
0Involved a fire
2Injuries reported
7,857 miTypical mileage at failure
Electrical System6
Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control4
Lane Departure › Assist4
Steering3
Structure › Body3
Seats3
Suspension3
Seat Belts2
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
25/06: 125/09: 225/11: 425/12: 326/01: 226/02: 126/04: 126/05: 326/06: 326/07: 226/08: 126/09: 126/10: 225/0625/1126/0126/0426/0626/0826/10max 4

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2025 Tesla Cybertruck buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 3 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Electrical System — 6 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
  3. Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 4 owner reports. Make sure driver-assist systems and the backup camera work without error messages.
  4. Lane Departure › Assist — 4 owner reports. Make sure driver-assist systems and the backup camera work without error messages.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 7,857 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  6. Battery health. Ask for a battery state-of-health report, check the remaining battery warranty, and compare the displayed range at 100% charge with the EPA's 335 miles.
  7. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other Cybertruck years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2026 Cybertruck335 mi223.6 inNot rated29

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Tesla. How we calculate this →