Again, Speed: AWD Specific

[NightOwl]

I’ve got an AWD ordered and am waiting for a VIN (hopefully any day now). My question is for those who own the AWD version. For those coming from a regular vehicle in particular, but for all in general.

Is the acceleration of the AWD CyberTruck for you a “WOW!” factor? I’ve only driven a 2023 Model S standard model for a test drive. No other Tesla experience. To me, it had a ”WOW!” acceleration. And I know the AWD is a slight bit slower (although a much larger vehicle). So will the AWD version give me a similar “Wow!” feeling?

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[M0unt41nm4n]

Yes. Its fast. Put it in sport mode and dump the pedal... it's crazy quick. You will be faster than 98% of the vehicles on the road. Its certainly a WOW.

 

[Cyberer]

The AWD is mildly "wow". But I have several old hot rod ICE vehicles plus a 2014 Model S P85, so I am used to relatively quick acceleration. Any vehicle that does 0-60 around four seconds is a very fun ride.

There IS a huge difference, though, between four seconds and 2.5 or lower. So if you're looking for an experience that scares passengers and plasters a permanent grin on your face, that will require something like the Beast or Plaid S.

IMO.

 

[CyberGus]

It took me a month to work up the courage to take it out of "Chill" mode lol

 

[NightOwl]

Yes. Its fast. Put it in sport mode and dump the pedal... it's crazy quick. You will be faster than 98% of the vehicles on the road. Its certainly a WOW.

I’ve read it’s still sports-car quick, so I was hoping that’s the case. We’ve got a Volvo XC-90 ICE vehicle, so I’m sure it’ll seem a lot quicker than that at a minimum, lol.

 

[NightOwl]

The AWD is mildly "wow". But I have several old hot rod ICE vehicles plus a 2014 Model S P85, so I am used to relatively quick acceleration. Any vehicle that does 0-60 around four seconds is a very fun ride.

There IS a huge difference, though, between four seconds and 2.5 or lower. So if you're looking for an experience that scares passengers and plasters a permanent grin on your face, that will require something like the Beast or Plaid S.

IMO.

That’s what I was wondering. Makes sense if you’ve already experienced fast acceleration, it wouldn’t be as noticeable.
Thanks.

 

[NightOwl]

It took me a month to work up the courage to take it out of "Chill" mode lol

Nice, lol.

 

[NightOwl]

Just looked it up. Our Volvo 0-60 time is 6.1 seconds. So this ought to seem like a good step up. ?
And instant torque would I guess help with the wow factor too.

 

[tmeyer3]

If you aren't a sports car driver, yes, any Tesla is going to be "wow". They really don't make slow cars

 

[M0unt41nm4n]

It took me a month to work up the courage to take it out of "Chill" mode lol

Haha... it took me 4 days for that. I thought it was crazy fast in Chill mode. Then I put it in Sport mode... and holy crap.

What's funny is you do that and you lose 1% right away

 

[bongulous]

Even if you’ve gone faster before in sedans, coupes etc, going 0-60 in 4 seconds in a truck is crazy fast lol. Almost absurd imo but very fun nonetheless. But you will probably get used to it quick.

 

[Fodderof4]

WOW is relative. I don't think anyone will NOT be wowed by the AWD... unless you have a 3P, Plaid X or Plaid S or a Beast...

But those folks are silly...

 

[spamy42]

It's pretty fast. I only kinda regret not going for the Beast. I do enjoy saving the money... At least I keep telling myself that. It definitely throws you back in your seat with the Torque. When I punch it with others in the car they are always surprised.

 

[Don Draper]

One thought, 3 motors equals 3 possible problems. 2 reduces the chances by a little. If 4 seconds is a problem you have an issue with your ego and need to seek help.

 

[Fodderof4]

I won't have a problem with 2.6... I might have a problem if I don't have 2.6...

But I will schedule a session with my therapist.

And go punch it on the 3.2 turtle...

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