Tesla’s much-anticipated Cybertruck is now on the roads but isn’t meeting the promises made to customers. Elon Musk’s initial claims of a 500-mile range and a $40,000 starting price have been replaced by a base model offering only 250 miles and a $60,990 price tag. This significant deviation has left many customers disappointed.
Pre-orders, costing $100 each, are fully refundable, and a growing number of customers are considering exercising that option. The Cybertruck’s Reddit forum is filled with disappointed buyers, marking a departure from Tesla’s usual trend of delivering vehicles in line with previewed specs and prices.
While some promised specifications, like an 11,000-pound towing capacity, are being met, the Cybertruck’s deviations from initial claims are noteworthy. Notably, the promised $40,000 starting price has been replaced by a $60,990 reality. This disparity, coupled with the extravagant and unconventional design, raises questions about the Cybertruck’s appeal in the market.
Tesla’s history has seen each car model cater to a specific demographic, but the Cybertruck’s high-risk design elements and the controversy surrounding Elon Musk’s public statements make it a unique case. With its hefty price tag and associated baggage, it remains to be seen whether Tesla can find a substantial market for the Cybertruck, especially when customer expectations and company promises are not aligning as expected.
