Tesla Cybertruck: When Tesla first unveiled the Cybertruck, it was hailed as one of the boldest designs in automotive history something straight out of a sci-fi movie. Millions rushed to place reservations, dreaming of owning the futuristic pickup. But a few years later, reality has been less kind. The latest blow came when Tesla quietly scrapped the most affordable version of the truck: the rear wheel drive Cybertruck.
Why the Base Model Was Pulled
The rear drive Cybertruck was introduced only six months ago, priced at $72,235. It seemed like the entry ticket into the Cybertruck family, but in practice, it didn’t quite fit the bill. Buyers soon realized that the base version lacked many of the features that made the Cybertruck special. Without a front motor, active air suspension, a power tonneau cover, or bed outlets, the stripped down version struggled to justify its price especially when the all wheel drive model was just $10,000 more.
Now, Tesla’s configurator shows only two trims: the dual-motor All Wheel Drive Cybertruck at $82,235 and the top-tier Cyberbeast at a hefty $117,235.
Sales Struggles Behind the Decision
Behind this decision is a bigger story: demand hasn’t matched Tesla’s grand vision. Despite boasting over a million reservations before launch, Tesla has delivered just 24,000 Cybertrucks in 2024 and around 15,000 in the first half of 2025 far below the 250,000 to 500,000 units per year it once promised.
It’s safe to say that the Cybertruck hasn’t been the runaway success Tesla expected. While its design still turns heads, the high prices, production challenges, and feature gaps in the base model likely contributed to its downfall.
What’s Next for the Cybertruck?
With the rear drive version gone, Tesla now seems focused on positioning the Cybertruck as a premium, high-performance product rather than an affordable mass market pickup. The All Wheel Drive and Cyberbeast trims come packed with the features customers expect and align more closely with Tesla’s reputation for cutting edge, tech laden vehicles.
Still, the bigger question remains: can Tesla transform the Cybertruck from a niche curiosity into a true staple of the electric pickup market? For now, the rear wheel drive version’s short lived run serves as a reminder that not every experiment works out even for Tesla.
Disclaimer: The above article is based on publicly available reports and industry updates. Tesla has not officially disclosed detailed reasons behind the decision to discontinue the rear wheel drive Cybertruck.
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