Here’s the good and the not-so-good about the Cybertruck.
Tesla’s Cybertruck has been cruising the streets for a little while now, and owners are starting to spill the beans on what it’s really like to own this futuristic-looking beast. We’ve gathered insights from a couple of early adopters who’ve racked up over 10,000 miles, and let’s just say, it’s a mixed bag of awesome and “could be better.”
Let’s talk range first. Officially, Tesla pegs the Dual Motor All-Wheel Drive Cybertruck at a 340-mile range. But real life begs to differ. One owner reported a full charge range of about 206 miles and only 164 miles with an 80% charge. That’s quite a dip from the advertised range, right? Another owner concurs, averaging around 208 miles. Most of these miles were clocked in with a bit of a heavy foot, so expect the range to vary depending on how you drive.
On the energy consumption front, the Cybertruck isn’t exactly a sipper. Averaging about 599 watt-hours per mile, it gets thirstier on highways, sometimes hitting over 900 Wh/mi. The general consensus? This beast loves to guzzle electrons.
Now, charging this electric titan is where things get a bit… slow. At older V2 Superchargers, you might as well grab a coffee and a snack because it can take up to two hours to fill ‘er up. The newer V3 chargers cut down the wait, but you’re still looking at over an hour for a full charge. Of course, juicing up at home would be a more convenient but slower process.
Despite these quirks, the Cybertruck has its high points. Owners are raving about the sound system. We’re talking about a concert hall experience inside a pickup truck. The cooled seats are a hit, especially on hot days, and the overall driving experience? Top-notch. The truck handles like a dream, accelerates like a rocket, and the steer-by-wire system adds a futuristic touch.
But all that glitters isn’t stainless steel. The Cybertruck’s body attracts fingerprints like a crime scene and doesn’t play well with water – the bed isn’t as waterproof as you’d hope. And if you’re not a fan of attention, this might not be your ride. This truck turns heads, and not always in the way you’d want.
Insurance-wise, it’s sitting at about $465 a month for two drivers with clean records. That’s not too shabby, considering the tech and power you’re dealing with.
Indeed, the Cybertuck does get the cool factor, the tech, and the performance. But it’s also got its fair share of real-world challenges, especially when it comes to range and charging times. It’s not your average truck, and it certainly doesn’t play by the average rules. Whether that’s a deal-maker or a deal-breaker, well, that’s up to you to decide.
