Tesla Cybertruck

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Import this model from the USA or Canada

Choose a specific vehicle. Where data is available, its detail page shows the import cost calculation. We assess any possible duty benefit with you before purchase.

Important: A 0% EU import-duty rate may be available for a vehicle covered by Regulation (EU) 2026/1455 that has US origin and is imported directly into the EU. CETA may apply to a vehicle with preferential Canadian origin. Whether the requirements are met is assessed for the individual case. Please contact us before purchase; we review the possible duty benefit and provide non-binding support through the process. Import VAT and other costs are assessed separately.

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Tesla Cybertruck

Few vehicles polarise a car park like the Tesla Cybertruck.

Body style
Crew-cab electric pickup, stainless exoskeleton
Generation
First (2023-present)
Drivetrain
RWD, dual-motor AWD or tri-motor (Cyberbeast)
Power (AWD)
approx. 600 hp
Tesla Cybertruck

Model profile

Model history and generations

From launch to today

The Cybertruck was unveiled in 2019 and finally reached customers in late 2023, several years behind the original schedule. Deliveries began with the top Cyberbeast and the dual-motor All-Wheel Drive, both riding on an 800-volt-class architecture and a 48-volt low-voltage system that is unusual in the industry.

Powertrain and equipment

Engines, drivetrain and trims

Engines and drivetrain in detail

The Cybertruck is fully electric, so there is no combustion engine to service. The dual-motor AWD delivers roughly 600 hp, while the tri-motor Cyberbeast is quoted around 845 hp and sprints to 60 mph in the low three-second range despite weighing close to 3,000 kg.

Trim levels and variants

Body-wise there is one shape only: a rigid stainless-steel exoskeleton crew-cab pickup with a roughly 1.8 m bed and a powered tonneau. Trims are defined by drivetrain rather than luxury level.

Vehicle selection

North American market and suitability

Used availability in the USA

Supply is thin but growing.

When importing makes sense

This is a truck for someone who wants the most conversation-stopping EV pickup available and accepts that it was never engineered for European roads or dealers.

Vehicle data

Technical data by generation and specification

Body and dimensions

Body styleCrew-cab electric pickup, stainless exoskeleton
Kerb weightapprox. 2,900-3,100 kg
Bed lengthapprox. 1.8 m

Engine and drivetrain

DrivetrainRWD, dual-motor AWD or tri-motor (Cyberbeast)
Power (AWD)approx. 600 hp
Power (Cyberbeast)approx. 845 hp
Battery (usable)approx. 123 kWh
EPA range (AWD)approx. 320 miles
Architecture800 V drive, 48 V low-voltage system
Max chargingup to approx. 250 kW DC
Towing (AWD)approx. 11,000 lb
Fuel typeElectric

Model and other data

GenerationFirst (2023-present)
0-60 mph (Cyberbeast)approx. 2.6 s
SteeringSteer-by-wire + rear-wheel steering

Values are reproduced verbatim from the existing article table. The documents for the specific vehicle govern.

Pre-purchase review

Model-specific inspection points

Reliability and common problems

The technical assessment depends on model year, powertrain, software status, maintenance history, recalls and the condition of the specific vehicle. USCar Trader can review these points within the agreed vehicle-inspection scope.

Germany and Europe

Differences, adaptation and registration

How US versions differ

US Cybertrucks run on the North American Charging Standard (NACS) port, so European Supercharging and public CCS charging require an adapter or retrofit.

From US purchase to registration

The process runs in a clear sequence.

TÜV, approval and license plates

Typical work includes headlight conversion to an ECE-compliant beam and marker layout, fitting a rear fog lamp, adapting or adding side reflectors, and confirming the speedometer reads in km/h.

USCar Trader services

Inspection, purchase processing and escrow

As a buyer based in Germany, you do not have to inspect the vehicle yourself in the United States or Canada. Within the agreed scope, USCar Trader can coordinate document review, a separately commissioned on-site inspection and purchase processing.

  • Vehicle profile and history: The profile can show the VIN, US title status and available history records. No data source guarantees that every earlier event was reported.
  • Optional CARFAX report: Additional reported maintenance or service entries can be included. The report is not a complete service book or proof of every interval.
  • On-site inspection / USCT AutoCheck: USCar Trader can arrange a separately booked vehicle inspection. Agreed visible and accessible areas are documented. Road or functional tests require suitable access and seller approval; the visual review is not a lift inspection or workshop diagnosis.
  • Purchase processing and escrow: After approval, USCar Trader can coordinate seller contact, negotiation, contract and the escrow and import service. Fees, payment route and responsibilities are recorded in advance.
  • Recalls: Open safety recalls can be checked by VIN through the NHTSA recall search; they do not describe overall condition.

Covered inspection points are agreed in advance. An on-site inspection records condition at the appointment and is not a guarantee.

Next step: Before commissioning, USCar Trader and the customer agree which document, history, inspection and transaction checks suit the vehicle and are included in the service. This records what was actually checked.

Import process

Import, customs, costs and delivery

Process for the specific listing

The import process for a Tesla Cybertruck is planned around the specific listing, location, documents and commissioned service scope.

Questions and answers

Common questions about importing this model

Can you import a used Tesla Cybertruck to Germany?

Yes. It reaches the EU almost exclusively through private import, and we handle sourcing, shipping and German type approval as your broker.

Does this vehicle automatically qualify for a 0% import-duty rate?

No, not automatically. A 0% EU import-duty rate may be available for a vehicle covered by Regulation (EU) 2026/1455 that has US origin and is imported directly into the EU. CETA may apply to a vehicle with preferential Canadian origin. Whether the requirements are met is assessed for the individual case. Please contact USCar Trader before purchase; we review the possible duty benefit and provide non-binding support. Import VAT and other costs are assessed separately.

How is import VAT treated when importing a Tesla Cybertruck?

Import VAT and other taxes or costs are assessed separately under the applicable rules and the circumstances of the individual case. A blanket answer for every vehicle would not be reliable.

Can I charge it at European Superchargers?

With the NACS port you need an adapter or retrofit for CCS and most European Supercharger sites. This is a routine part of preparing the truck.

How long does the whole import take?

From purchase to German plates it typically runs a few months, driven mainly by ocean freight scheduling and the approval appointment.

Is the Cybertruck reliable?

As a first-generation product it has early-build issues, but many are fixed via recalls and over-the-air updates. Check recall completion before buying.

Do I need individual approval?

Yes. Without EU type approval the Cybertruck goes through Einzelabnahme at TUEV, which is standard for US imports.

How can a specific Tesla Cybertruck be checked from Germany?

Available VIN, title and history information can be reviewed in the vehicle profile. USCar Trader can also arrange a separately booked on-site inspection within a scope agreed in advance.

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