Tesla Cybertruck Long Range RWD

Overview

The 2025 Tesla Cybertruck Long Range RWD crashes onto the scene, ready to shake up the pickup world! This single-motor, rear-wheel-drive beast offers a more accessible entry point into Cybertruck ownership, priced at $69,990. It boasts that unmistakable stainless-steel exoskeleton, promising bonkers durability and a look that’s straight out of a sci-fi flick. While it’s the tamer sibling to the AWD versions, it still packs a futuristic punch with impressive tech and a focus on utility, aiming to convert traditional truck buyers and EV enthusiasts alike. Get ready for a seriously unique ride!

What's New for 2025?

For 2025, the big news is the arrival of this Long Range RWD Cybertruck! While the Cybertruck itself started limited deliveries in late 2023 with AWD models, this single-motor variant is slated for a wider 2025 rollout, bringing the Cybertruck's radical design and tech to a slightly more attainable price point. It represents a key expansion of the lineup, offering buyers a choice focused on range and efficiency over outright, blistering all-wheel-drive performance. Expect all the core Cybertruck innovations, now with a rear-drive twist for the new model year.

Design & Exterior

Brace yourselves for the Cybertruck's polarizing, origami-on-wheels design! The Long Range RWD sports the same dent-resistant stainless-steel "exoskeleton" and super-tough armor glass as its brethren. Its sharp, angular lines are unlike anything else on the road, complemented by a distinctive full-width front light bar and equally striking rear lighting. This pickup measures a substantial 223.7 inches long, 80 inches wide (mirrors excluded), and 70.7 inches tall. It’s a head-turner, for better or worse, and screams "the future is now!"

Interior, Tech & Cargo

Step inside, and it's minimalist-meets-tech-fest! The Cybertruck Long Range RWD offers a spacious cabin for five, dominated by a massive 18.5-inch infinity touchscreen up front and a 9.4-inch screen for rear passengers. Forget Apple CarPlay or Android Auto; it’s all Tesla’s slick proprietary system. Storage is epic: its 6-foot bed (the "trunk") offers 56.2 cubic feet of volume, a handy 7.1 cubic foot frunk, and with other lockable storage, a total of 119.6 cubic feet. Materials are rugged and utilitarian, fitting the truck's persona.

Performance & Driving Experience

Don't let the "base" RWD fool you; this Cybertruck still gets a shift on! The single Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) kicks out 235 kW (around 315 hp) and a healthy 364 lb-ft of torque, propelling this rig from 0-60 mph in a respectable 6.2 seconds. Being rear-wheel drive, it’ll offer a different driving feel to its AWD siblings. Expect a surprisingly comfortable ride thanks to adaptive air suspension and a revolutionary steer-by-wire system that gives it a nimble turning circle. Regenerative braking will be strong, helping to claw back energy.

Range, Battery & Charging

This Long Range RWD Cybertruck packs a substantial 117 kWh (usable) battery, delivering a Green Cars Compare calculated real-world range of 332 miles – pretty solid for a big truck! Efficiency is rated at 2.84 mi/kWh. Thanks to its 800V architecture, it can guzzle electrons at up to 325 kW on a DC fast charger, meaning quick top-ups. At home, the standard 11.5 kW on-board AC charger will do the job overnight. It uses the Tesla (NACS) charge port. Expect features like Powershare for vehicle-to-load (V2L) capabilities.

Safety & Driver-Assistance Features

While official NHTSA crash test ratings for the Cybertruck are still pending, Tesla loads it with safety tech. The super-strong stainless-steel structure itself is a key safety feature. Standard Autopilot brings adaptive cruise control and lane keeping assist to the party. For those wanting more, Tesla's controversial Full Self-Driving (FSD) Capability package is available as an optional upgrade, promising more advanced automated driving features, though it still requires active driver supervision. Expect the usual suite of airbags and stability control systems.

Warranty & Maintenance Coverage

Tesla’s warranty for the Cybertruck Long Range RWD is pretty standard for the brand. You’ll get a Basic Vehicle Limited Warranty covering 4 years or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. The crucial Battery and Drive Unit Limited Warranty is more generous, covering 8 years or 150,000 miles. Tesla doesn't typically offer complimentary scheduled maintenance like some rivals, as EVs generally require less. Reliability should benefit from fewer moving parts compared to ICE trucks, but its unique construction means some repairs could be specialized.