Tesla's Cheapest Cybertruck Isn't So Cheap Anymore

"Tesla Cybertruck is still here, despite some competitors going the way of the dodo, and sales sliding faster than you can say Cyberbeast. And while the American not-a-car company had a great idea late last month to introduce a cheaper dual-motor version of the wedge-shaped electric truck, which could have reinvigorated the model's sales figures, it only survived for 10 days."

"The new dual-motor trim, which slots beneath the Premium All-Wheel Drive version, comes with a more basic interior that lacks a rear touchscreen and rear seat heaters. It also features a seven-speaker audio system without active noise cancellation, as opposed to the 15-speaker setup of the more expensive versions, and the suspension system has coil springs and adaptive dampers."

"The base Cybetruck has the same powertrain as the Premium model, so it has the same 325-mile range estimate and 4.1-second time for the zero to 60 miles per hour sprint. However, the towing and payload capacities have been limited."

Tesla introduced a more affordable Cybertruck Dual Motor variant last month to boost sales, but discontinued it after only 10 days. The entry-level model now costs $72,235, a $10,000 increase from its initial price, and features a 2027 delivery timeline compared to 10-12 weeks for higher trims. The base model includes a stripped-down interior lacking rear touchscreen and seat heaters, a seven-speaker audio system without noise cancellation, and coil spring suspension without adjustable ride height. Despite matching the Premium model's 325-mile range and 4.1-second zero-to-60 acceleration, reduced towing and payload capacities limit its appeal. The brief pricing strategy failed to reinvigorate Cybertruck sales amid declining market interest.

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