Tesla Cybertruck’s actual performance falls short of the company’s claims

According to the manufacturer’s announcement, the Tesla Cybertruck has an estimated driving range of about 511 km on a full charge (according to EPA estimates). This is a relatively decent figure for an electric vehicle with oversized dimensions and low aerodynamics.

However, a third-party test showed that the actual operating range of the Cybertruck reached only 409 km, significantly lower than the company’s claim. However, it should be noted that different testing conditions can result in significant differences in an electric vehicle’s operating range.

The Cybertruck used in the test was the Dual Motor Founders Series with 20-inch wheels and 35-inch off-road tires. The test was conducted early in the morning on a highway to minimize the impact of traffic on the results. The driver started with a fully charged battery pack and drove the Cybertruck until it reached 0% charge and could no longer move. Once the vehicle was out of power, the test subjects had to tow the truck to the nearest charging station to recharge before returning home.

It is worth noting that this test was not conducted under optimal conditions for the Cybertruck. Firstly, the temperature during the test was only 7°C. Secondly, most of the test was performed at speeds around 112 km/h. Lastly, the test took place in Texas at a relatively low altitude. Different average speeds, altitudes, and temperatures can produce very different results.

Furthermore, equipping all-season tires would also improve the operating range of the Cybertruck. However, that version is reportedly capable of driving up to 547 km. Overall, this is slightly disappointing for a pickup truck model that already had some issues when it was put into production.

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Reference: Carscoops