The long-awaited Tesla Cybertruck Long Range is finally here, and it’s truly an entry-level car.
- The Tesla Cybertruck Long Range features a solitary motor positioned at the rear.
- It offers an estimated maximum range of up to 362 miles when equipped with the optional soft tonneau cover.
- Items such as adjustable air suspension and electrical sockets are not included.
Tesla
introduced a new, cheaper version of the
Cybertruck
In the United States yesterday evening, right after the announcement from the U.S.-based electric car company
Its debut in the Saudi Arabian market
.
The new Tesla Cybetruck Long Range starts at $69,990 before factoring in the destination charge and associated taxes. That’s $10,000 less than the All-Wheel Drive version that comes with two electric motors and an estimated driving range of 325 miles.
By comparison, the new entry-level electric pickup is powered by a single rear-mounted motor that’s accompanied by mechanical locking differentials. The estimated range with a full battery and without a tonneau cover is 350 miles. Adding the optional soft tonneau cover increases the estimated range to 362 miles, according to Tesla.
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However, that’s where the positive news concludes. This is due to the reduced price being accompanied by several compromises when contrasted with the All-Wheel Drive variant. The towing capability of the Cybertruck Long Range stands at 7,500 pounds, which is a decrease from
The 11,000 pounds of the All-Wheel Drive and Cyberbeast.
The cargo capacity is 2,006 lbs, which is less than the 2,271 lbs of the Cyberbeast and the 2,500 lbs of the All-Wheel Drive. Accelerating from zero to 60 mph takes 6.2 seconds, compared to the AWD’s time of 4.1 seconds and the Cyberbeast’s time of 2.6 seconds.
The adaptable air suspension featuring variable ride heights has been removed, replaced instead with an adaptive system using coil springs. Standard wheel size is now 18 inches fitted with all-season tires, whereas you can opt for a set of 20-inch wheels at an additional cost of $3,500. In the United States, the most affordable Cybertruck model will be the sole variant equipped with fabric seating.
The back screen is missing, and the front seats only offer heating but not ventilation. The audio system includes seven speakers, whereas the other two configurations include a standard 15-speaker setup complete with active noise cancellation.
The AWD and Cyberbeast models include multiple power outlets both within the cabin and in the truck bed. However, the Long Range version does not feature any household outlets. To obtain 120 volts from the primary battery pack, one must connect Tesla’s mobile charger to the charging port and utilize an outlet adapter. Through this method, the user gains access to two 120-volt outlets.
The Long Range model does not include a bed cover at the factory level; however, a new soft tonneau cover can be purchased as an additional option for $750. In contrast, both the AWD and Cyberbeast models feature a motorized tonneau cover as part of their standard equipment.
Tesla has started accepting orders for the new base-model pickup via its website. An initial non-returnable deposit of $250 is needed along with an additional $1,995 destination charge, making the total start-up cost $72,235. However, according to Tesla, customers purchasing the Cybertruck Long Range may qualify for a federal tax break worth up to $7,500. This could potentially reduce the final out-of-pocket expense to $64,735 should they meet all eligibility requirements.
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