Cybertruck AWD at 59990: How the New Entry Model Compares to Long Range and Cyberbeast | Taha Abbasi

Taha Abbasi is a Cybertruck owner who has put his truck through some of the toughest real-world tests you will find on YouTube, and the new $59,990 dual-motor AWD variant represents exactly what the Cybertruck lineup needed: an affordable, fully capable all-wheel-drive option that delivers genuine truck utility without the premium price tag of the Cyberbeast or the compromises of the discontinued RWD model.

Dual Motor AWD vs. The Lineup

As NotATeslaApp details, the new dual-motor AWD Cybertruck slots below the existing AWD Long Range and Cyberbeast variants, creating a three-tier lineup that covers a broader market. Here is how they compare:

• Dual Motor AWD ($59,990) — The new entry point. AWD, estimated 300+ mile range, sub-5-second 0-60, full Cybertruck capability. No premium interior upgrades.
• AWD Long Range (~$79,990) — Extended range battery, premium interior appointments, longer range for road trips and towing.
• Cyberbeast (~$99,990) — Tri-motor, sub-3-second 0-60, maximum performance and range. The flagship.

Taha Abbasi notes that the new base AWD is a massive improvement over the briefly available RWD variant. Rear-wheel drive on a truck — especially one as heavy as the Cybertruck — was always a compromise. AWD provides the traction, capability, and confidence that truck buyers expect, particularly for towing, off-roading, and winter driving.

Who This Truck Is For

The $59,990 Cybertruck is aimed squarely at the working truck market:

• Contractors and tradespeople — Sub-$60K, built-in power outlets, indestructible body, minimal fuel costs
• Daily commuters — 300+ miles handles any commute with range to spare
• Overlanders and adventurers — AWD traction, stainless steel durability, and Tesla’s growing Supercharger network
• Fleet operators — Lower operating costs and reduced maintenance make fleet economics compelling

The Cybertruck Value Proposition

When you compare the $59,990 Cybertruck against its real competitors — the Ford F-150 Lightning Pro ($54,995 but RWD), the Rivian R1T ($73,000+), and the Chevy Silverado EV ($74,800+) — the Cybertruck offers the most aggressive AWD EV truck pricing on the market. Add Tesla’s Supercharger network advantage and OTA software updates, and the value proposition is strong.

As Taha Abbasi emphasizes, the Cybertruck was designed from the ground up to be manufactured efficiently. The stainless steel exoskeleton eliminates paint shops — one of the most expensive parts of any auto factory. Fewer body panels, fewer welds, and structural simplicity all contribute to Tesla’s ability to offer this price point while maintaining margins.

The Bottom Line

Taha Abbasi sees the $59,990 AWD Cybertruck as the variant that cracks the mainstream truck market wide open. The Cyberbeast was the headline grabber. The AWD Long Range was the road tripper. But the base AWD at sub-$60K is the volume play — the one that puts Cybertrucks in driveways across America. This is how electric trucks go mainstream.

About the Author: Taha Abbasi is a technology executive, CTO, and applied frontier tech builder. Read more on Grokpedia | YouTube: The Brown Cowboy | tahaabbasi.com