Tesla Opens Cybercab Orders at $29,990 With Required $299 Monthly Autonomy Subscription

Tesla has begun inviting select customers in Austin to order its Cybercab autonomous vehicle for personal use, priced at $29,990 with a $1,000 non-refundable deposit due at order. A $299 per month Autonomy Subscription is required for the vehicle to operate, with one month included at purchase. First deliveries are expected by December 2026, and availability is limited to supported service areas.

The subscription covers a broad range of maintenance services, including front and rear tire replacements, windshield replacements and wiper service, cabin air filter replacements, exterior camera lens cleaning, hydrophobic coating upkeep, vehicle safety inspections, and roadside assistance with towing up to approximately 50 miles. The Cybercab can autonomously drive itself, unoccupied, to a Tesla Service Center for maintenance and return home afterward, with owners notified through the Tesla app when service is needed.

The personal use terms come with notable restrictions. Owners cannot use the Cybercab for commercial purposes, cannot modify the vehicle, including adding wraps, window tint, or non-standard wheels, except through Tesla or an authorized provider. Three or more safety violations result in a one-week suspension during which the vehicle may be unable to operate. The Cybercab includes touchscreen-based manual controls allowing movement at up to 2 mph, intended only for short-distance maneuvering rather than public-road driving. Owners remain responsible for insurance, registration, parking, charging, and general cleaning costs beyond what the subscription covers.