2025 Tesla Cybertruck vs 2025 Toyota Tundra
The Tesla Cybertruck wins clearly, 96.3 to 66, on fuel & range, performance, safety.
2025 Tesla Cybertruck
The 2025 Tesla Cybertruck is sold in the U.S. as an electric large pickup truck with 3 EPA-rated configurations. Its longest-range version, the Cybertruck Long …
2025 Toyota Tundra
The 2025 Toyota Tundra is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid and gas large pickup truck with 7 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Tundra 2WD, i…
2025 Tesla Cybertruck
Clear winThe Tesla Cybertruck wins clearly, 96.3 to 66, on fuel & range, performance, safety.
| Category · weight | 2025 Tesla Cybertruckoverall 96.3 | 2025 Toyota Tundraoverall 66 | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricenot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | ||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 100 | 28.6 | ||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | ||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 89.7 | 81 | ||||||||||||
NHTSA 5-Star rating, WhichTrim Safety Signal (open recalls by severity), owner complaints, standard driver-assist features (from the press kit, or from what the manufacturer filed with NHTSA where there is none). Open park-outside / do-not-drive advisories cost 25 points. | ||||||||||||||
| Space & cargow 2 | 100 | 100 | ||||||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | ||||||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 100 | 58 | ||||||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | ||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortnot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | ||||||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | ||||||||||||
| Overall | 96.3 | 66 | ||||||||||||
Safety-only comparison · 4 of 7 categories compared · specs not available for Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla Cybertruck: safety only (EPA and NHTSA record; specs not available) · Toyota Tundra: base trim SR Double Cab 6.5-ft 4X2. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck wins
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (26 against 142 filed with NHTSA).
- It is rated 82 combined against 22 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
- It costs $2,150 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($900 against $3,050).
Where the 2025 Toyota Tundra answers
- It has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 83 against 76).
What they share
- 5 NHTSA stars.
- 5 seats.
Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.
Specifications side by side
48 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Tesla Cybertruck | Toyota TundraSR Double Cab 6.5-ft 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | — | $40,090 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | — | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | — | 6 |
| Engine displacement | — | 3,445 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | — | 3.4-liter aluminum block V6 twin-turbo DOHC 24-valve Dual VVT-i |
| Fuel injection system | — | gdi mpi |
| Valve configuration | — | DOHC 24-Valve |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | — | 348 hp |
| Torque | — | 405 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | — | 18 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | — | 20 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | — | 24 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | — | 3.31 |
| Transmission speeds | — | 10 |
| Transmission type | — | automatic |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | — | 9.3 in |
| Overall height | — | 78 in |
| Overall length | — | 234 in |
| Overall width | — | 80.2 in |
| Wheelbase | — | 146 in |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | — | 5 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | — | 41 in |
| Third-row headroom | — | 38.5 in |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | — | 41.2 in |
| Third-row legroom | — | 33.3 in |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | — | 5,215 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | — | 5,095 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | — | 7,375 lbs |
| Payload capacity | — | 1,940 lbs |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | — | Independent double-wishbone with stabilizer bar and twin-tube shock absorbers |
| Rear suspension type | — | Multi-link with coil springs and outboard-mounted twin-tube shock absorbers |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | — | Electronic Power Steering (EPS) rack-and-pinion |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | — | 48.6 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | — | 353 mm |
| Front brake type | — | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | — | epb |
| Rear brake diameter | — | 345 mm |
| Rear brake type | — | ventilated disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | — | 18 in |
| Wheel material | — | steel |
| Wheel width | — | 8 in |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | — | P245/75R18 |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | — | 22.5 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | — | 87 |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | — | Safety Connect |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | — | 120 months |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | — | 65 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | — | 63.4 in |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
48 features · differences first, then sharedSafety14 differ · 14 listed
| Feature | Tesla Cybertruck | Toyota TundraSR Double Cab 6.5-ft 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Trailer Sway Control (TSC) | — | std |
| Backup camera with projected path | — | std |
| Child-protector rear door locks (and power window lockout control) | — | std |
| Drive-Start Control (DSC) | — | std |
| Driver and front (active) passenger headrests | — | std |
| Eight total airbags, including driver and passenger side, knee and curtain airbags | — | std |
| Hill Start Assist Control (HAC) | — | std |
| LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) includes lower anchors on all outboard second-row rear seats | — | std |
| Parking Support Brake (PKSB) with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA) | — | std |
| Star Safety System™ — includes [Enhanced] Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) | — | std |
| Star Safety System™ — includes Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) | — | std |
| Star Safety System™ — includes Traction Control [(TRAC)] | — | std |
| Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.5 (TSS 2.5): Pre-Collision System w/Pedestrian Detection (PCS w/PD), Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC), Lane Departure Alert w/Steering Assist (LDA w/SA), Lane Tracing Assist (LTA), Automatic High Beams (AHB), Road Sign Assist (RSA) | — | std |
| Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) | — | std |
Infotainment4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | Tesla Cybertruck | Toyota TundraSR Double Cab 6.5-ft 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi Connect | — | std |
| # of USB Ports (Front + Rear) | — | std |
| 8-in. Touchscreen Audio Multimedia with 6/9* Speaker Audio System | — | std |
| Safety Connect — includes Emergency Assistance, Stolen Vehicle Locator, Roadside Assistance and Automatic Collision Notification | — | std |
Convenience4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | Tesla Cybertruck | Toyota TundraSR Double Cab 6.5-ft 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Smart Key System with Push Button Start; remote keyless entry with lock, unlock, panic and tailgate release functions, and remote illuminated entry | — | std |
| Front 12V auxiliary power outlet | — | std |
| Front door handles with touch-sensor lock/unlock feature | — | std |
| Power windows with one-touch auto up/down and jam protection | — | std |
Climate2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Tesla Cybertruck | Toyota TundraSR Double Cab 6.5-ft 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Rear seat center-console air vents (CrewMax models only) | — | std |
| Single zone automatic climate control with air filtration | — | std |
Seating2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Tesla Cybertruck | Toyota TundraSR Double Cab 6.5-ft 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| 60/40 split, folding rear seat | — | std |
| Fabric-trimmed 4-way adjustable driver and front passenger seats | — | std |
Interior7 differ · 7 listed
| Feature | Tesla Cybertruck | Toyota TundraSR Double Cab 6.5-ft 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | — | std |
| Combination meter with analog gauges and 4.2-in. color TFT Multi-Information Display (MID) with fuel economy, driver assist, vehicle/trip information, and warning messages | — | std |
| Fixed center console with gated shift lever, driving controls, center storage bin, and illuminated front tray | — | std |
| Overhead console with rear window control, sunglasses storage and Safety Connect® | — | std |
| Polyurethane steering wheel with phone, audio, display/infotainment, and driving assist controls | — | std |
| Manual tilt/telescopic steering wheel | — | std |
| Cab-mounted LED Cargo Light | — | std |
Exterior8 differ · 8 listed
| Feature | Tesla Cybertruck | Toyota TundraSR Double Cab 6.5-ft 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Acoustic laminated windshield | — | std |
| Easy lower and lift tailgate | — | std |
| Engine and body undercovers | — | std |
| High-strength steel cab with aluminum hood and front door panels | — | std |
| LED Headlights with Daytime Running Lights (DRL) and manual leveling adjustment | — | std |
| LED Taillights | — | std |
| Power heated sideview mirrors | — | std |
| Power horizontal rear window with defogger and privacy glass (Double cab models only) | — | std |
Chassis1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Tesla Cybertruck | Toyota TundraSR Double Cab 6.5-ft 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| High-strength boxed-steel frame with hydraulic cab mounts | — | std |
Cargo6 differ · 6 listed
| Feature | Tesla Cybertruck | Toyota TundraSR Double Cab 6.5-ft 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Towing hitch receiver | — | opt |
| 7-/4-pin trailer connector | — | opt |
| Aluminum-reinforced composite bed | — | std |
| Back panel rear seat storage compartments | — | std |
| Deck rail header | — | std |
| Rear under-seat storage box with removable and adjustable partitions | — | std |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPTesla Cybertruck
Top recalls
- critical Wheels 26V255000 · 173 vehicles
- high Structure 25V170000 · 46,096 vehicles
- minor Electrical System 25V699000 · 63,619 vehicles
Toyota Tundra
Top recalls
- moderate Back Over Prevention 26V038000 · 161,268 vehicles
- moderate Exterior Lighting 25V322000 · 443,444 vehicles
- minor Equipment 26V571000 · 135 vehicles
- minor Equipment 26V179000 · 8,230 vehicles
- minor Back Over Prevention 25V657000 · 393,838 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Tesla Cybertruck | Toyota TundraSR Double Cab 6.5-ft 4X2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — | $40,090 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | — | $40,090 – $80,725 33 trims |
| Powertrains | BEV | HEV, GAS |
| EPA configuration compared | Cybertruck Long Range | Tundra 2WD |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 82 | 22 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $900 | $3,050 |
| EV range | 335 mi | — |
| Basic warranty | — | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Powertrain warranty | — | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Roadside assistance | — | 2 yr |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck or the 2025 Toyota Tundra?
The Tesla Cybertruck wins clearly, 96.3 to 66, on fuel & range, performance, safety. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck scores 96.3 and the 2025 Toyota Tundra 66. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which has the better safety record, the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck or the 2025 Toyota Tundra?
2025 Tesla Cybertruck: 5 NHTSA stars, grade C, 3 recalls. 2025 Toyota Tundra: 5 NHTSA stars, grade B, 5 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the biggest differences between the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck and the 2025 Toyota Tundra?
Where the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck wins: it has drawn fewer owner complaints (26 against 142 filed with NHTSA), is rated 82 combined against 22 (EPA mpg or MPGe), and costs $2,150 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($900 against $3,050). Where the 2025 Toyota Tundra answers: it has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 83 against 76). What they share: 5 NHTSA stars and 5 seats.