With Tesla’s Cybertruck delivery event just two weeks away, details about the vehicle’s cost and specifications still remain unknown. However, a leaked video has surfaced, providing a glimpse into the interior of the long-awaited electric pickup and potentially shedding some light on the situation. Although the authenticity of the video cannot be confirmed, observers have attempted to estimate the vehicle’s range based on the information available. Predictions range from a disappointing 267 miles to an impressive 500 miles, aligning with Tesla’s initial promises when the truck was first unveiled four years ago. It is important to note that these estimates are rough calculations based on limited data and a new battery pack.
The video has sparked a frenzy of calculations among eager fans, with one user suggesting that the battery, at 71 percent state of charge, is 245 kilowatts. Based on this information, the user concludes that the Cybertruck cannot have a range of just 250 miles and instead proposes a more likely range of 500 miles. Another source, TorqueNews, extrapolates the range to be anywhere between 400 and 440 miles. However, it is crucial to understand that the variant of the Cybertruck shown in the video is unknown, and the range will heavily depend on factors such as battery size, drivetrain configuration, and the use of power-consuming systems like heating or air conditioning. Additionally, there may be expected losses in efficiency and room for error in the Cybertruck’s own range estimations.
Regarding the price, the video suggests that the truck will start at $50,000. Elon Musk, Tesla’s CEO, had previously promised a starting price of $39,999 for a single-motor variant of the Cybertruck. However, recent estimates indicate that the top-end tri-motor variant could exceed $100,000. At a starting price of $50,000, the Cybertruck would be competitively priced compared to Ford’s F-150 Lightning EV, although it would be a limited-range entry-level model. The Rivian R1T, another electric pickup, starts at a higher price of $73,000.
In summary, Tesla has much to prove with the Cybertruck. While there is still significant enthusiasm for the vehicle, there is also apprehension among potential buyers. This mixed sentiment poses a challenge for Tesla, especially considering the financial risks associated with building and selling the truck.
