Tesla Cybercab EPA Filing Reveals Lightweight Design and Extensive Range
Tesla's self-driving Cybercab has submitted its official EPA filing, detailing its specifications. The vehicle features a 163kW (219HP) front-wheel drive motor and a 47.6kWh lithium-ion battery. These specifications contribute to an impressive unadjusted combined range of 418.2 miles, with an estimated adjusted range of approximately 293 miles, coupled with a curb weight of 3,113 lbs (1,412kg).
Tesla's self-driving vehicle, the Cybercab, has had its official EPA filing released, according to reports. The documentation outlines key specifications, including a single 163kW (219HP) motor powering the front wheels and a 47.6kWh lithium-ion battery.
Despite a battery capacity smaller than some existing Tesla models, the Cybercab is listed with an unadjusted combined range of 418.2 miles and a highway range of 375.4 miles. Industry standards suggest that the EPA typically applies a 0.7 correction factor to electric vehicle test results. With this adjustment, the Cybercab's combined range would be approximately 293 miles.
The vehicle's efficiency is partially attributed to its low curb weight of 3,113 lbs (1,412kg), which is lighter than the lightest configuration of a Rear-Wheel Drive Tesla Model 3 (3,552 lbs). This reduced weight is due to design choices such as a smaller battery pack, a two-seat configuration, and the absence of a steering wheel and pedals.
Tesla had previously indicated that the Cybercab would offer close to 300 miles of range. While the Cybercab has received EPA clearance, it still needs to navigate additional regulatory hurdles before it can transport passengers. Tesla currently operates a limited robotaxi service utilizing Model Y vehicles in Austin, Dallas, and Houston, Texas.
(Source: Mashable Tech)
