CYBERBEAST or AWD (WHICH ONE SHOULD I BUY AND WHY)

[Bridgeboy69]

Trimmed because ... wow

Anyway. No, zero regrets not getting the beast. Literally ZERO.

You say that now, but don't say I didn't try to warn you when this happens:

I honestly thought the continual references to a Zombie apocalypse would have given away the overall humorous undertone of my entire post...

...tough crowd...?

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[RayzorBEV]

My Cyberbeasts' raw power have been quite additive and entertaining but in the words of Lord Acton, "...Power tends to corrupt, and absolute power corrupts absolutely..." therefore, I cautioned you to choose wisely, my young Padawan...

Cyberbeast, Cyberbeast, Cyberbeast?


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[Black306]

You say that now, but don't say I didn't try to warn you when this happens:

I honestly thought the continual references to a Zombie apocalypse would have given away the overall humorous undertone of my entire post...

...tough crowd...?

Umm..if there really was a zombie apocalypse, range would be better over acceleration. Superchargers will not be readily available. ?

 

[Black306]

Ditto-ish. No regrets, and getting what I want is never silly. I want what I want, and I get what I want. I’ve earned the privilege from the sweat of my brow. Nobody’s given me anything and I, alone, decide how to allocate the fruits of my labor [unless my wife tells me I can’t].

Another member earlier said that his decision always comes down to range mine always comes down to horsepower and speed. when it comes to electric cars, you can go far, or you can go fast! All things being equal, I will always choose to go fast!

My buying choices are consistent and preordained:

Model 3? Performance!
Model S? Plaid!
Cybertruck? Beast!

[Almost] right there with ya!

Model 3? Performance! … Agreed!
Model S? Plaid! … Agreed!
Cybertruck? Beast! … Disagree!

There’s value in upgrading to a Performance or Plaid.

$7k for a Performance, no brainer! Bigger brakes, better suspension, track mode, etc. Bargain!

$15k for a Plaid, again, no brainer! Getting a car from mid-10s to low-9s for $15k?! Steal!

$20k-27.5k for a 0-60 from 4.1 to 2.6? Pass! If there were other upgrades such as bigger brakes, true off-road suspension, etc to justify the $20+k, OK. But as is, IMO, value ain’t there. There should be more value-add like a TRX or Raptor compared to their lesser trims.

It’s OK. I don’t think any less of you, man. Not that you care.



PS.

I, alone, decide how to allocate the fruits of my labor [unless my wife tells me I can’t].

j/p

 

[ChiTownCT]

[Almost]

$20k-27.5k for a 0-60 from 4.1 to 2.6? Pass! If there were other upgrades such as bigger brakes, true off-road suspension, etc to justify the $20+k, OK. But as is, IMO, value ain’t there. There should be more value-add like a TRX or Raptor compared to their lesser trims.

Sorry boys but this man knows what's up.. Beast should have come in with more upgrades for the money, from the outside to an average person your Beast is no different than a small emblem..

Bigger brakes, better suspension should have been the norm for sure.

I think I've launched my AWD twice in a year, so I'm thankful I did not splurge for something that was unecessary for me at the time.

 

[IntoTheRain916]

Honestly, no sarcasm here—it’s all subjective in the end. Everyone's got different priorities, plans, budgets, and trade-offs. For me, it was simple: I live for innovation, I believe in what Tesla and Elon represent(ed), and I’ve always wanted my own damn Halo Warthog. I didn’t need a third motor to bring that vision to life. That extra money? It went straight into mods, mods, and more mods. Did I have the money to buy a CB sure, but just because I can doesn’t me I should. So when it’s all said and done—who really cares? Mine looks better than yours hahahahahah.

 

[Gaximus]

This has nothing to do with settings. There is nothing that you can do, as a user, to make the CyberBeast not have a front wheel drive bias and since it’s just physics, you can’t get rid of the skip without Tesla updating the software.

Why would the Cyberbeast have front wheel bias and the AWD not? They both have front motors.

 

[SCTesla]

Why would the Cyberbeast have front wheel bias and the AWD not? They both have front motors.

I assume because there are 2 motors in the CB in the rear. It was Tesla who confirmed this.

 

[Canino2025]

To anyone who ever had to choose between AWD vs Beast....it's not a matter of which is better....it's a matter of how much money you're willing to part with, period. Now quit asking stupid question, and look at your bank account.

Best answer and advice so far.

 

[dalton108]

Why would the Cyberbeast have front wheel bias and the AWD not? They both have front motors.

… he queried, as if though he believed the averment to be untrue.

“Because that’s the way it was designed. The onus is you to learn about your vehicle. I’m honestly surprised that you don’t know this. The knowledge you seek is out there— go get it,” Dalton said, annoyed.

“Also, it’s very bizarre that you haven’t noticed it driving the vehicle around. It’s not exactly subtle,” he added.

 

[Feruz_Ceo]

Hi guys my name is John and i am new to the forum. I have an order placed from April 17th 2025 for a CB and the truck should be here soon. I need your guys imput please on the CB vs AWD as i can't really find to much info on which is better for daily driving. Let me put it this way when i placed my order i was really interested in the Free supercharging as i commute about 200 miles every other day for work some highway driving and city driving (i am involed in restate development / construction) Since i placed the order about a month ago the awd didn't have free supercharging but now it does the FS AWD and after reading a lot on here about the differences i am stuck now. Most of you are saying AWD is a better drive over the Beast. I come from a Ram TRX and that was my daily 41k miles in 1.4 years i drove it a lot. Engine went out at 38k miles (replaced under the warranty and sold the car right after) so i decided to go ev since my wife has the model y and i am liking it a lot. The discounts are great on CT right now the CB i ordered is 107k and I've been looking at AWD for $72000 with no incentives. Or should i just look at the FS AWD with all incentives. By the way i am also looking into the leasing option as i got some terrible financing rates of %10 percent. With that said let's not forget I'll be driving over the miles. Did my calculation I'll be at a $7500 in extra miles after 36 months. The money line question for me is if you guys are willing to give me your opinion is should i stick to the CB or AWD because its not enough to justify the differences. Also al most forgot to add my electrical panels are full capacity i am already charging a model y at home and going the CB route i will get that power wall with my order. What do you guys think and i want to thank you for reading my post God Bless.

Hi guys my name is John and i am new to the forum. I have an order placed from April 17th 2025 for a CB and the truck should be here soon. I need your guys imput please on the CB vs AWD as i can't really find to much info on which is better for daily driving. Let me put it this way when i placed my order i was really interested in the Free supercharging as i commute about 200 miles every other day for work some highway driving and city driving (i am involed in restate development / construction) Since i placed the order about a month ago the awd didn't have free supercharging but now it does the FS AWD and after reading a lot on here about the differences i am stuck now. Most of you are saying AWD is a better drive over the Beast. I come from a Ram TRX and that was my daily 41k miles in 1.4 years i drove it a lot. Engine went out at 38k miles (replaced under the warranty and sold the car right after) so i decided to go ev since my wife has the model y and i am liking it a lot. The discounts are great on CT right now the CB i ordered is 107k and I've been looking at AWD for $72000 with no incentives. Or should i just look at the FS AWD with all incentives. By the way i am also looking into the leasing option as i got some terrible financing rates of %10 percent. With that said let's not forget I'll be driving over the miles. Did my calculation I'll be at a $7500 in extra miles after 36 months. The money line question for me is if you guys are willing to give me your opinion is should i stick to the CB or AWD because its not enough to justify the differences. Also al most forgot to add my electrical panels are full capacity i am already charging a model y at home and going the CB route i will get that power wall with my order. What do you guys think and i want to thank you for reading my post God Bless.

Grabbed my AWD on March 30th—couldn’t pass up the 1.99% APR and the $7,500 Tesla promo. First time going electric; I’ve always driven BMWs, always M models. Still have my X6M Competition in the pic. Honestly, I love the AWD. It’s quick enough for daily driving and super fun to take to work every day. But if I could do it over, I’d definitely go with the Cyberbeast. I think it’ll hold value better, and let’s be real—knowing your truck can hit 0-60 in 2.6 seconds is wild. Yeah, it’s not made for weaving through traffic like a smaller car, but 130 mph beats the 114 mph limit on the AWD. Still love my AWD, but if I had another shot, I’d go CB all the way.

 

[Bridgeboy69]

Grabbed my AWD on March 30th—couldn’t pass up the 1.99% APR and the $7,500 Tesla promo. First time going electric; I’ve always driven BMWs, always M models. Still have my X6M Competition in the pic. Honestly, I love the AWD. It’s quick enough for daily driving and super fun to take to work every day. But if I could do it over, I’d definitely go with the Cyberbeast. I think it’ll hold value better, and let’s be real—knowing your truck can hit 0-60 in 2.6 seconds is wild. Yeah, it’s not made for weaving through traffic like a smaller car, but 130 mph beats the 114 mph limit on the AWD. Still love my AWD, but if I had another shot, I’d go CB all the way.

Best first post by a user on the forum ever...

 

[Bridgeboy69]

if there really was a zombie apocalypse, range would be better over acceleration. Superchargers will not be readily available. ?

When there is a wall 300-zombies deep in front of you, you will wish you had three motors and 850-Hp to plow through them all. Range don't mean squat if you can't escape the Horde in the first place...

Speaking of which, the same goes for if/when the Flood comes for us all...

So when it’s all said and done—who really cares? Mine looks better than yours hahahahahah.

Yeah, The Flood Don't care about your looks (even though I do ?)...

Pure tri-motor 850 horse power plowing through them, well it doesn't matter if they care, or not, they still become green alien smears behind you none-the-less...

Only thing better would be a Scorpion...
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[BlueLightning]

Then again, get the one that comes with free charger.

Tesla raised the price $50 ?

 

[IntoTheRain916]

When there is wall 300-zombies deep in front of you, you will wish you had three motors and 850-Hp to plow through them all. Range don't mean squat if you can't escape the Horde in the first place...

Speaking fo which, the same goes for if/when the Flood comes for us all...


Yeah, The Flood Don't care about your looks (even though I do ?)...

Pure tri-motor 850 horse power plowing through them, well it doesn't matter if they care, or not, they still become green alien smears behind you none-the-less...

Only thing better would be a Scorpion...
???‍

Id fucking rock that scorpion all day lol.

I just think im in the same boat as most, the extra $$$ just for another motor wasn't justified IMO, you should have absolutely got a bit more bang for buck.

Im not entirely sure CB owners feel that way though ?.

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