Currently: Tesla is offering the autonomous Cybercab for purchase at $29,990 – it cannot operate without a subscription.

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Rumors persist that Tesla intends to launch a more conventional electric car in a compact format alongside the Cybercab, but for now, the autonomous two-seater is available for private orders. The company announced this on X on Thursday night. According to the announcement, the Tesla Cybercab costs $29,990 one-time, which matches the price outlined by CEO Elon Musk. However, monthly subscription fees apply, the offering is only available to selected customers, and the operational area for Cybercabs is limited.

Autonomous Tesla for Private Customers

This September, Tesla added its first Cybercabs to its fleet in Austin, Texas, where it previously launched its own robotaxi service using Model Y vehicles; the service is now available in parts of other cities in Texas and Florida. CEO Musk recently announced autonomous driving using Tesla’s electric vehicles like the Model Y for Q2 2027, likely referring to the entire United States.

Select customers are now being invited to purchase Cybercab for personal use pic.twitter.com/LDIkKuseAZ

— Robotaxi (@robotaxi) November 13, 2026

The Cybercab is reportedly set to become available sooner, as the order page posted as a screenshot on X on Saturday (see above) indicates December as the estimated delivery month. This would mean Musk has kept his promise that the driverless, pedal-less Tesla two-seater will be delivered to at least one customer by the end of this year. The price he mentioned of under $30,000 would also be met.

$299 per month for Cybercab

However, contrary to expectations, $299 is added each month as a fixed subscription fee for the Cybercab’s autonomy capabilities — without this option, it cannot be purchased. Insurance and regular maintenance are also required, incurring additional costs, though some services are included in the monthly fee. As a commercial robotaxi, private buyers are not allowed to use their Cybercab or rent it out. Even optical modifications require Tesla’s approval.

BREAKING: Tesla’s Cybercab Autonomy Subscription terms are now live. A paid monthly subscription is required.

1/12 Tesla: “Your Cybercab will not operate without an active Autonomy Subscription. pic.twitter.com/umVk6DJE2x

— Spencer (@scotsrule08) November 13, 2026

The biggest limitation, however, is likely the fact that the Cybercab cannot be used in most parts of the U.S. This is evident from the purchase terms published by one of the invited customers on X. According to these terms, the autonomous two-seater vehicle can only operate within the geo-fences defined by Tesla for its general Robotaxi service, which currently cover parts of five cities in Texas and three in Florida.