Tesla's Cut-Rate Cybertruck RWD: A Cheap Lie?
2025-04-13

Tesla has released a base rear-wheel-drive Cybertruck, but it's priced at a hefty $71,985, only $10,000 less than the dual-motor all-wheel-drive model. This version is significantly stripped down, featuring slower acceleration, smaller wheels, reduced towing capacity, simplified suspension, a missing tonneau cover, and a downgraded interior. While range is slightly improved, the overall value proposition is poor, failing to compete effectively with other electric trucks. Tesla's strategy appears to be a sales boost, but whether sacrificing features for sales will succeed remains to be seen.
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