Tesla Cybertruck and a Ram 2500 Cummins truck battled out towing 8,000-pound 28-foot trailers with results revealing a clear diesel vs electric mismatch
- The Tesla Cybertruck EV is being put to the ultimate test
- It’s going up against a diesel Ram 2500 Cummins truck
- Both were hauling identical 8,000 lb trailers on Interstate 25
Published on Jan 27, 2025 at 7:53 PM (UTC+4)
by Amelia Jean Hershman-Jones
Last updated on Feb 21, 2025 at 6:07 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Tom Wood
The Tesla Cybertruck EV is going tow-to-tow with a diesel Ram 2500 Cummins truck to see whose towing performance wins out.
Both were hauling identical 8,000 lb trailers on Interstate 25 – the main route through New Mexico, Colorado, and Wyoming.
How far can the dual-motor version of the Tesla Cybertruck go before it runs out of energy?
Time to find out – let’s tow!
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Tesla Cybertruck vs Ram 2500 Cummins truck
While the Tesla Cybertruck is equipped with air suspension, four-wheel steering for towing, and trailer brake control and lights, the EV pick-up truck lacks some towing-specific modes of traditional trucks.
“It does have some good bones,” admits Andre Smirnov of The Fast Lane Truck.
Meanwhile, the Ram 2500 Cummins can tow impressive loads, with a max capacity of up to 20,000 pounds, with the right configuration.
Its durable 6.7-liter Cummins turbo diesel engine provides an enormous amount of torque for steep and rough terrains for over 500,000 miles with proper maintenance.
Sadly, it can be costly in terms of fuel and purchase price and is a stiff driver experience when you’re not towing.
The towing showdown
While not the first time its towing capabilities have been put to the test, the Cybertruck struggles with sway at higher speeds of around 70mph.
The electric car’s battery consumption under load is also significant.
It uses almost half the charge after towing just 43 miles.
What’s more, the EV’s range estimate doesn’t adjust well for the towing load, leading to inaccurate predictions.
Ultimately, the Cybertruck covered 85 miles on its charge, using 107kWh of energy.
Meanwhile, the diesel Ram had more range and faster refueling, with a much quicker turnaround for longer trips (about 250 miles per tank).
Its performance is exemplary in towing, hauling, and off-road conditions, thanks to its high torque, powerful engine, and heavy-duty design.
However, it’s far from being a smooth ride without a load.
The takeaway is clear: the EV is capable of short trips but not ideal for long-distance towing with large loads whereas the diesel Ram performs better with heavy trailers long-term.
“It’s all about the right tool for the right job,” says fellow presenter, Roman Mica.
All Supercar Blondie contributors undergo editorial review and fact-checking to ensure accuracy and authority in automotive journalism. After gaining her BA Hons in French and English at the University of Nottingham, Amelia embarked on a vocational diploma from the National Council for the Training of Journalists (NCTJ). This led to numerous opportunities, from interning at Vogue to being on the small team that launched Women’s Health magazine in the UK, which was named the PPA Consumer magazine of the year for three years running. As Health, Beauty and Fitness editor, Amelia personally received a Johnson & Johnson Award and was shortlisted for both PPA and BSME titles. Since then, Amelia has created content for numerous titles and brands, including the Telegraph, 111 Skin, Waitrose, Red magazine, Stylist, and Elle, as well as being Head of Content at Vitality and Editor in Chief at INLondon magazine. “My superpower is translating technical jargon about the mechanical workings of a supercar into a relatable story you’ll want to share with your friends after you’ve read it.” After joining the SB Media family as a senior journalist in September of 2023, Amelia’s role has evolved to see her heading up the SEO output of the editorial team. From researching the most ‘Google-able’ key terms to producing evergreen content - it’s been a time of hard work, growth, and success for the editorial team and the Supercar Blondie website. “I like to think of myself as a ‘method journalist’. In other words: I live and breathe whatever I am writing about. When writing about fitness, I trained as a personal trainer, and as a beauty editor, I completed an ‘expert’ in scent diploma with the Fragrance Foundation. “During my tenure at Supercar Blondie, however, I did something I never thought possible: I passed my driving test at the age of 36. One day I’d love to train as a mechanic to better understand what happens under the hood, too. “My sweet spot is providing readers with a ‘takeaway’ (read: something new they didn’t know before) after reading every one of my stories. While I don’t claim to be an expert in the automotive world, I know the experts and bodies in the field to rely on to provide our readers with an informative and thought-provoking story every time they visit the site.”
