Tesla has begun taking pre-orders for the Cybercab, an autonomous electric car designed for private use. The two-seater model, which has no steering wheel or pedals, is priced at $29,990, although buyers will have to take out a compulsory monthly subscription costing $299. The first deliveries are scheduled for December 2026.
- Tesla has opened pre-orders for its autonomous Cybercab, priced at $29,990.
- To use the electric car, a mandatory monthly subscription of $299 is required.
- The car will only operate in Tesla’s authorised autonomous driving zones.
- Owners are currently prohibited from using Cybercab for commercial passenger transport.
How much will the Tesla Cybercab cost?
In the first stage, the opportunity to purchase Cybercab only a few customers received it Tesla. To place an order, you must pay a non-refundable deposit of $1,000.
Unlike the brand’s other electric cars, the Cybercab does not feature conventional controls. The model, with its gold-coloured body and upward-opening doors, is designed to carry two passengers.
The launch of sales is part of Tesla’s strategy to commercialise autonomous technologies. At the same time, the company is preparing to bring the product to market Optimus robots.
Cybercab will not work without a monthly subscription
According to Tesla’s official terms and conditions, an active Autonomy Subscription is required to operate the vehicle. This covers autonomous driving, connectivity, remote support and certain maintenance services.
The owner is responsible for paying for registration, insurance, charging and parking.
At the current rate, the five-year cost of ownership of a Cybercab will be at least $47,631, excluding taxes and other costs.
Elon Musk He has already described the monthly fee as excessive and suggested reducing it to around $115. Officially, the tariff has not yet changed.
Tesla has restricted the areas in which its vehicles can be driven and their commercial use
Cybercab will only be able to operate within the geographical areas specified by Tesla. The company reserves the right to change these areas via software updates.
Furthermore, the current terms and conditions prohibit owners from using the car as a taxi, letting it out on hire or connecting it to the Robotaxi network without Tesla’s specific permission.
The expansion of sales across the whole of the US will depend on obtaining the necessary regulatory approvals.
