Someone Turned a Tesla Cybertruck Into a Six-Seater

A Cybertruck Tesla Never Built

Tesla previously explored the idea of offering a six-seat Cybertruck but ultimately scrapped the concept. One owner, however, decided to do it himself, building a custom six-seat configuration and even demonstrating it with his family of six parked in his driveway. That location seems fitting, given that taking the modified truck onto public roads could raise serious safety and regulatory concerns.

Shared on Facebook by user Roger Davis, the added middle seat between the front driver and passenger positions fits in surprisingly well, almost giving the impression that it could have been a factory-developed option. However, integrating the extra seat required the removal of the center console, which normally houses storage space and the dual cupholders. As a result, during the short demonstration, Davis’ son was left holding a drink for him, a telling compromise of the setup.

First ever Six seat Cybertruck https://t.co/UJilO56XSg pic.twitter.com/rMfea1fLTT

— Tesla Owners Silicon Valley (@teslaownersSV) January 3, 2026

Tesla May Have Seen This Coming

The idea of a six-seat Cybertruck is certainly appealing, especially considering that it is a utilitarian pickup truck designed for hauling gear, equipment, and people. A layout like this could open the door to outdoor adventures with more family members or friends joining the trip. But the concept was likely abandoned due to safety implications – something Tesla would prefer to avoid right now as it continues to face investigations related to products such as its Full Self-Driving (FSD) system.

In the event of a frontal collision, the passenger seated in the center would have no airbag directly ahead. While front bench seats are still offered in certain markets, they are typically reserved for commercial or work-focused vehicles where regulations differ. In a passenger vehicle, especially in the U.S., such an arrangement could prove problematic. Strict safety standards have prevented certain vehicles – such as Japanese kei cars – from being sold in the American market, and a six-seat front-row layout like this would likely face similar regulatory challenges.

Five Seats, and That’s Probably Enough

For Tesla buyers who need additional seating capacity, the automaker already offers the Model X, which features a third-row seat that allows seating for up to seven passengers. Some of its electric alternatives include the Rivian R1S and the Hyundai Ioniq 9.

In China, Tesla even sells a three-row version of its smaller compact crossover known as the Model Y L, with the “L” designation standing for long wheelbase. If this configuration were to arrive stateside, it could potentially cannibalize sales from the Model X and complicate the current lineup strategy.

With all that considered, the Cybertruck is expected to remain a five-seat electric pickup from the factory for the foreseeable future. As it stands, the model starts at around $79,990 (excluding the destination fee) for the All-Wheel Drive (AWD) trim.

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