DecodedCars2026 Tesla Cybertruck
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2026 models.
- Class
- Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD
- Body styles
- 4dr Pickup AWD, 4dr Pickup Cyberbeast
- Engines
- Electric motor
- Transmission
- single-speed (direct drive)
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive, Rear-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
- 2 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 2026 Tesla Cybertruck is a standard pickup truck powered by electricity and all-wheel drive and rear-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.
It has 2 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the steering.
What changed for 2026
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2025 Cybertruck — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2025; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2025 Cybertruck →
Trims, performance & features
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Austin, Texas
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 3 2026 Cybertruck configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Pickup AWD | 223.6 in | 86.6 in | 70.5 in | 145.3 in | 68.5 / 68.5 in | 6,603 lb | 50/50 |
| 4dr Pickup Cyberbeast | 223.6 in | 86.6 in | 70.5 in | 145.3 in | 68.5 / 68.5 in | 6,843 lb | 49/51 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
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| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cybertruck AWD EV | 223 and 226 kW ACPM 3-Phase | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 325 mi · 42.9059 kWh/100mi | – | $950 | – |
| Cybertruck Long Range (20in Cyber wheels) EV | 240 kW ACPM 3-Phase | Automatic (A1) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 335 mi · 43.3555 kWh/100mi | – | $1,000 | – |
| Cybertruck Dual Motor AWD EV | 223 and 226 kW ACPM 3-Phase | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 325 mi · 42.9469 kWh/100mi | – | $950 | – |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2026 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2026 Tesla Cybertruck.
Recalls (2)
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.
Not every 2026 Tesla Cybertruck is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Other Cybertruck years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Cybertruck | 335 mi | 223.6 in | Not rated | 3 | 26 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Tesla. How we calculate this →