We've Owned Them All, But We Kept The Cybertruck
That's what Marcus Reno says about his Cybertruck on the Tesla Cybertruck Owners Facebook page. Keep reading for more of his insights. Another owner, Yixin Mu, says he wouldn't trade in his Cybertruck for anything.
He says, "I traded two of my previous favorites for a Tesla Cybertruck Foundation Series. The first is a 5.8L V8 Toyota Tundra, and the second is a 2024 BMW X5 plug-in hybrid. The CT has more than replaced the functionalities of the two.”
However, there's more to it than just functionality.
Yixin goes on to say, "However, on top of that, my Cybertruck is more fun than the Tundra and BMW X5 combined, multiplied by 10 times. It's also more efficient, economical, and practical."
What About the Technology?
"The technology, it's light years ahead of BMW and Toyota," he says.
However, the Cybertruck Is Not Perfect
"There are definitely areas for improvement with the Cybertruck. For example, the battery size (and consequently, range, especially highway range), charging curve (it's pitiful to have the 800V architecture but not be able to benefit from the Gen4 superchargers), and the useless rearview mirror."
Yixin Has Confidence In Tesla
"But, I have full confidence Tesla will improve all these in future iterations. The Cybertruck is the one and only; nothing else comes close."
More From Marcus Reno
Marcus says, "We've heard it all. Ferraris, Raptors, Hellcats, Audis, BMWs, and Porsches. Some were sold. Others were parked. But when the Cybertruck showed up, it became the one that stayed."
From Ford F-250 Powerstroke to the Cybertruck
Another Tesla Cybertruck owner, Collin Kelly, is selling his Ford F-250 Powerstroke because he no longer needs it.
For those wondering if the Tesla Cybertruck is a truck worth buying for work, Collin says he has no regrets about buying a Cybertruck after one year of using it as a work truck. He revealed his one-year savings ($5,226 in diesel fuel) and performance compared to his Ford F-250 Power Stroke truck on the Tesla Cybertruck Facebook page.
First, imagine owning a Ford Super Duty F-250 with a high-output 6.7-liter Power Stroke diesel engine. It's generally considered one of the best pickup trucks for work. The Power Stroke is praised for its power and torque, particularly for serious towing and hauling needs.
Enter the Tesla Cybertruck
Collin Kelly says, "I don't use my Ford F-250 Power Stroke or my other trucks because all I use now is my Cybertruck; the rest just sit going unused now. I plan to sell them all and buy another Tesla Cybertruck."
Back To Marcus
He says, "Cybertruck owners came from every direction—lifted diesel, exotics, luxury sedans, and yes, plenty of Teslas. They didn't all arrive for the same reason, but they all landed in the same place. And now? Nearly all of them say the same thing."
"It's not just a truck. It's the one that took over."
"For us? We've had more Ford F-150s, 250s, and 350s over the years than we can count. We still keep a newer F-250 around. And we used to love taking out the weekend collection—whether it was the mint-condition Marauder or the Porsche waiting under a cover. But the CT changed all that. Now it's the one we reach for first."
Another Cybertruck owner, Dave Peck, says he owns a 2024 Cybertruck and a Ford F-350 Super Duty Crew Cab 4WD pickup truck. Which one does he like the most?
Dave says, "I love both trucks for what they are. Both gas and electric serve a purpose."
Dave wants potential Cybertruck buyers and those who are CT "haters," as he calls them out on his Facebook post, to know that his controversial Cybertruck is a great vehicle.
He gets upset with the Cybertruck haters mainly because they don't even own a Cybertruck and are not educated on the Cybertruck's purpose and what it does compared with trucks like a Ford F-350 Super Duty pickup.
Let's hear from Dave about how he breaks down the costs for Cybertruck and his F-350.
"Both of these are my trucks," he says. "My 2007 F-350 costs $140 for a tank of gas and will go about 450 miles on a tank. Dave says it costs him 31 cents a mile to operate the Ford F-350 (10x more than his CT). "It has a 12,500 lb towing capacity, 4000 lb payload capacity, and goes from 0-60 in 9.4 seconds."
Dave says, "A Cybertruck Cyberbeast cost is $106,000 currently, costs around $8.00 at home to charge and go 250 miles (3.2 cents per mile), has an 11,000 lb towing capacity, 2,500 lb payload capacity, requires no oil changes or transmission services, no maintenance other than tires and brakes actually, and goes 0-60 in 2.6 seconds."
Some owners still have their toys. Others let them go. But the common thread?
Marcus says, "The Cybertruck replaced something they once thought was untouchable. The performance crowd was won over. The truck guys? Sold. And the curious? Hooked."
Conclusion:
It's essential to acknowledge that the Cybertruck, like any vehicle, has its flaws. However, as Yixin says, once you've experienced the fun and efficiency of the Cybertruck, it's hard to go back to anything else.
Yixin says the Cybertruck isn't perfect, but he won't ever go back to the Toyota Tundra or the BMW X5 Plug-In Hybrid. He's having too much fun now to go back.
How about You?
If you're a Cybertruck owner, we want to hear from you. What vehicles did you own before the Cybertruck? What made you switch? Share your experiences in the red 'Add Comments' section below.
Check out my Tesla Cybertruck story: I Had My Tesla Cybertruck on Cruise at 82 MPH and A GA State Patrol Gave Me a Ticket For Going 89 MPH, Says Anything Over 85 Is a ‘Super-Speeder’ Fine
I am Denis Flierl, a Senior Torque News Reporter since 2012. My 30+ year tenure in the automotive industry, initially in a consulting role with every major car brand and later as a freelance journalist test-driving new vehicles, has equipped me with a wealth of knowledge. I specialize in reporting the latest automotive news and providing expert analysis on Subaru, which you'll find here, ensuring that you, as a reader, are always well-informed and up-to-date. Follow me on my X SubaruReport, All Subaru, WRXSTI, @DenisFlierl, Facebook, and Instagram.
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