Tesla has officially introduced a new, more affordable base model of its electric pickup, delivering a significant Tesla Cybertruck price cut that makes the futuristic vehicle accessible to a wider range of buyers . The newly launched Dual-Motor All-Wheel Drive (AWD) trim aims to attract budget-conscious consumers while maintaining the core performance metrics that define the truck . At the same time, the automaker aggressively slashed the price of its top-tier Cyberbeast model by $15,000, effectively reversing a notable price hike that was implemented last August .
However, shoppers hoping to take advantage of this cheaper Tesla Cybertruck may need to make their purchasing decisions quickly. According to a recent social media post by Chief Executive Officer Elon Musk on the platform X, this new pricing structure or trim availability is scheduled to last “only for the next 10 days” .
This dramatic pricing shift arrives as the electric vehicle manufacturer actively struggles to move inventory and sustain demand for the polarizing pickup . Last year, United States sales of the Cybertruck plummeted by a staggering 48.1 percent, representing a sharp drop of 18,728 units sold compared to previous periods . Currently, the vehicle has been selling at a sluggish rate of approximately 5,000 units per quarter . That volume represents less than 10 percent of Tesla’s initial optimistic projections, which estimated production and sales of over 250,000 units annually .
Prior to this launch, Tesla had attempted several different strategies to move unsold inventory. The company opened sales in new geographic territories, sold products to Musk’s other corporate ventures, and even suggested the truck could serve as an autonomous delivery vehicle . The new AWD version ultimately replaces a previous, less capable rear-wheel-drive base model that was introduced at $70,000 but was officially canceled in September 2025 following poor market reception .
Conflicting Pricing Reports
Automotive news outlets currently disagree on the exact starting costs for the updated electric truck lineup. For the newly introduced base AWD trim, the publication Autoblog reports the starting price as $59,990 . Electrek similarly states that the entry-level price is an even $60,000 . Conversely, Car and Driver lists the starting price slightly higher at $62,235 .
Sources also provide conflicting figures regarding the newly revised price of the high-performance Cyberbeast model after its $15,000 cost reduction. Autoblog reports the updated Cyberbeast price as $99,990 . Electrek lists the top-tier truck at $100,000, while Car and Driver states that it costs $102,235 .
Performance, Range, and Charging
Despite costing a massive $20,000 less than the existing Premium AWD model, the new base trim keeps the truck’s most important performance specifications fully intact . Powered by dual electric motors located at the front and rear, the pickup still delivers an impressive 593 horsepower . It maintains a rapid zero to 60 mph acceleration time of just 4.1 seconds and offers an estimated driving range of 325 miles per charge .
The base model also retains its fast-charging capabilities, supporting a charging rate of up to 325 kilowatts . Furthermore, the vehicle keeps its large 18.5-inch front touchscreen display and maintains its Full Self-Driving capabilities .
Stripped-Down Interior and Equipment
To successfully achieve such a massive price drop, Tesla strategically removed several luxury features and complex hardware components. The sophisticated air suspension system found on more expensive Cybertruck models has been replaced entirely with a more traditional coil spring setup featuring adaptive dampers . The truck now rides on standard 18-inch wheels as opposed to 20-inch rollers, although buyers can choose to upgrade to the larger 20-inch wheels for an additional $2,500 without harming the vehicle’s estimated driving range .
Inside the cabin, the cost-cutting changes are highly noticeable. The premium leatherette upholstery has been swapped out for basic fabric seats, and the popular white interior color option is no longer available . While the front seats remain heated for winter driving, they completely lose their premium ventilation feature .
Passengers riding in the back seat will also miss out on digital entertainment, as the 9.4-inch rear touchscreen display has been removed entirely . The overall audio experience is scaled back significantly; the sound system has been reduced from 15 premium speakers down to a standard seven-speaker setup, and the active noise cancellation feature has been permanently eliminated .
Reduced Capability and Practicality
Beyond the interior downgrades, the cheaper trim is notably less capable when utilized as a traditional work truck. The maximum towing capacity drops substantially, falling from 11,000 pounds down to a more modest 7,500 pounds .
Its ability to carry heavy loads in the bed is also severely restricted. While the Premium AWD model boasts a robust payload capacity of 2,500 pounds, Autoblog reports that the new base trim’s payload capacity is restricted to just 1,006 pounds . Additionally, while the truck retains a motorized bed cover and bed-mounted power outlets, Tesla opted to remove the 120-volt power outlets from the interior cabin, alongside premium bed lighting and the “Vault” gear bins .
Despite these physical compromises, the lower entry price positions the vehicle as a highly competitive option in the broader electric pickup market. This is especially relevant given that legacy automaker Ford recently decided to cease production of its competing F-150 Lightning truck .
