Tesla Cybercab Specs Leaked: Front-Wheel Drive, 48kWh Battery, 418-Mile EPA Range

Tesla's Cybercab moves closer to mass production, with U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) certification documents for 2026 revealing key technical specifications of the vehicle. The filing includes a Certificate of Conformity issued in late May, marking the first comprehensive public disclosure of parameters for this autonomous vehicle specifically designed for large-scale, low-cost ride-hailing operations. The Cybercab is a front-wheel-drive battery electric vehicle powered by a single 163-kilowatt (219-horsepower) AC permanent magnet synchronous motor. Rather than emphasizing acceleration performance, it prioritizes energy efficiency and cost control. The vehicle has a curb weight of 3,113 pounds (approximately 1,412 kg) and a gross vehicle weight rating of 3,730 pounds (about 1,692 kg). It features a 326-volt electrical architecture and is equipped with a lithium-ion battery pack rated at approximately 48 kWh. According to EPA laboratory test data, the Cybercab achieves an equivalent all-electric range of 418 miles (about 672.7 km) under combined driving conditions and 375 miles (approximately 603.5 km) under highway-only conditions. Tesla had previously targeted a real-world range of around 300 miles (about 482.8 km), and analysts expect the final official EPA-rated range to fall between 280 and 300 miles (roughly 450.6 to 482.8 km). Early testing showed an energy consumption of 165 watt-hours per mile, which Tesla claims makes it the most energy-efficient electric vehicle ever built. The vehicle features a two-seat layout and a low drag coefficient. Its battery is integrated into the body structure and may utilize 4680-format cells. The fully autonomous version omits a steering wheel and pedals entirely. The relatively small battery capacity enables faster charging, reduces raw material costs, and lowers the overall vehicle price—supporting Tesla’s target production cost of around $30,000. The ~48 kWh battery can support dozens of typical ride-hailing trips ranging from 5 to 10 miles each. With scaled deployment, the cost per mile for electricity could fall below $0.20. Compared to Tesla’s current dual-motor all-wheel-drive passenger vehicles, the front-wheel-drive configuration simplifies manufacturing and reduces maintenance expenses. The 219-horsepower output is sufficient for both urban and highway driving, delivering ample power for safe and comfortable merging, hill climbing, and other demanding scenarios. Production of the Cybercab has already begun at Tesla’s Gigafactory Texas, and completion of EPA certification has cleared a major regulatory hurdle for its deployment on U.S. roads.