Verdict
The Cyberster is about 37% cheaper, the Cyberster is 25% more powerful, while the Z4 has a 11% bigger boot. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.
The Z4 sDrive30i M Sport (RM501,800) sits above every Cyberster variant here, so the verdict compares the closest-priced pairing — use the selectors above to match any two trims.
What the Z4 has over the Cyberster
What the Cyberster has over the Z4
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The Cyberster's wheelbase is 220 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The Cyberster is 49 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays. Boot space favours the Z4: 280 litres against 249.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM475,230 | RM299,900✓ |
| Body type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Segment | Sports Car | Sports Car |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM379✓ | RM395 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM4,850/mo | RM3,060/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM12,669 | RM8,045✓ |
| Fuel or electricity / year (est.) | RM2,587 | RM1,347✓ |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM12.94 | RM6.73✓ |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM78,175 | RM48,935✓ |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | — | 11.0 hours |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | — | 35 min |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, twin-scroll turbo with variable valve timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 255 hp at 5,000 rpm | — |
| Torque | 400 Nm at 1,550 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore × Stroke | 82 mm × 94.6 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 11.1 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 338 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 475 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 77 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 508 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 7 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 144 kW |
| V2L | — | 2.5 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport Transmission | — |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | — |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.4 seconds | 5 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 6.5 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h✓ | 195 km/h |
| Co2 | 149 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,324 mm | 4,535 mm |
| Width | 1,864 mm | 1,913 mm |
| Height | 1,304 mm | 1,329 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,470 mm | 2,690 mm |
| Weight | 1,491 kg | 1,885 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 52 litres | — |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 2 | 2 |
| Boot Space | 280 litres✓ | 249 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/45R18 | 245/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/40R18 | 275/40R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Super Sport | Pirelli P Zero Elect |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | — | 24 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | — | 16 inch |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Austria (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Double Spoke Style 798M Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Double Spoke Style 798M Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | M Sport Suspension | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 4 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side) | 4 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 Three-point | 2 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Flat Tyre Indicator | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | 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 Memory Function | Powered Front Seats |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 2 USB Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front |
| Audio | 10.25" BMW Navigation system Professional, iDrive Touch controller, 12-speaker Harman Kardon Surround Sound System | 7" Dual Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Eight Speaker Bose Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Two Windows, Auto Up & Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Powered Scissor Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | BMW ConnectedDrive, Concierge Service | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 7 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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How long does charging take?
The Cyberster's 77.0 kWh battery takes about 11.0 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 35 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 144 kW peak.
Which has the better warranty?
The Cyberster carries a 7-year manufacturer warranty against 2 years for the Z4. Cyberster: 8 Years/Unlimited Mileage Warranty on Powertrain, 8-year/150,000 km Battery Warranty.