Verdict
At RM714,800, the BMW i7 costs RM414,900 more than the RM299,900 MG Cyberster, but it answers a very different Malaysian brief. The i7 carries five people, has a 525-litre boot and stretches 625 km on a charge, against the Cyberster’s two seats, 249 litres and 508 km. Its 536-hp dual-motor AWD system also reaches 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds. The Cyberster is the lighter, two-seat convertible choice, and its 2.5-kW V2L function is useful, but the i7 is plainly the long-distance luxury car.
Pick the BMW i7 if you need five seats, a 525-litre boot, 625 km of EV range and 195-kW DC charging.
Pick the MG Cyberster if a RM299,900 two-seat convertible with rear-wheel drive and 2.5-kW V2L suits you better than maximum space.
Key differences
- Price: BMW i7 RM714,800; MG Cyberster RM299,900.
- EV range: BMW i7 625 km; MG Cyberster 508 km.
- DC charging: BMW i7 195 kW; MG Cyberster 144 kW.
- Performance: BMW i7 536 hp, 745 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 4.7 seconds; MG Cyberster 338 hp, 475 Nm and 5.0 seconds.
- Practicality: BMW i7 has five seats and a 525-litre boot; MG Cyberster has two seats and a 249-litre boot.
- Road tax: BMW i7 RM1,015 yearly; MG Cyberster RM395 yearly.
i7
- 625-km EV range and 195-kW DC charging
- Five seats and a 525-litre boot
- 536 hp, AWD and 4.7-second 0-100 km/h time
- RM414,900 dearer to buy
- RM1,015 annual road tax versus RM395
- Heavier at 2,715 kg versus 1,885 kg
Cyberster
- RM299,900 entry price
- Convertible body and powered scissor doors
- 2.5-kW V2L capability
- Two seats and a 249-litre boot
- Shorter 508-km range and slower 144-kW DC charging
- Less power at 338 hp and 475 Nm
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM714,800 | RM299,900✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Segment | Luxury | Sports Car |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,015 | RM395✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 536 hp✓ | 338 hp |
| Motor Torque | 745 Nm✓ | 475 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 77 kWh |
| EV Range | 625 km✓ | 508 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW✓ | 7 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 195 kW✓ | 144 kW |
| V2L | — | 2.5 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.7 seconds✓ | 5 seconds |
| Top Speed | 240 km/h✓ | 195 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,391 mm | 4,535 mm |
| Width | 1,950 mm | 1,913 mm |
| Height | 1,544 mm | 1,329 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,215 mm | 2,690 mm |
| Weight | 2,715 kg | 1,885 kg |
| Doors | 4 | 2 |
| Seats | 5 | 2 |
| Boot Space | 525 litres✓ | 249 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R20 | 245/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R20 | 275/40R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Pirelli P Zero Elect |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 21" M Aerodynamic style 909 M alloy wheels | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 21" M Aerodynamic style 909 M alloy wheels | 19" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive Air Suspension, All-wheel steering | — |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Electronic for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 2 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection (5 km/h to 80 km/h) | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors with Auto High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Powered Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | Power Adjustable Rear Seats with Power Adjustments | — |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | — |
| Sunroof | Sky Lounge Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | — | 2 USB Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (15 Colours) | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 4 | 2 Front |
| Sun Shade | 2x Side Shade, 1x Rear Shade | — |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 10-Speaker HiFi Loudspeaker System | 7" Dual Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Eight Speaker Bose Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | 4 | Two Windows, Auto Up & Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button Start | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation with Contactless Opening | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | Yes | Powered Scissor Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 7 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 3 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 8 Years/Unlimited Mileage Warranty on Powertrain, 8-year/150,000 km Battery Warranty |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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i7 vs Cyberster FAQ
Is the BMW i7 or MG Cyberster better?
The BMW i7 is better for passenger space, luggage, range and charging speed. The MG Cyberster is the better fit only if you specifically want a two-seat convertible and a far lower purchase price.
What is the price difference?
The BMW i7 costs RM714,800 and the MG Cyberster costs RM299,900, so the difference is RM414,900.
Which has the longer EV range and faster charging?
The BMW i7 goes 625 km versus the MG Cyberster’s 508 km. It also charges faster on DC at 195 kW, compared with 144 kW, and on AC at 11 kW versus 7 kW.