Verdict
The Mercedes-Benz AMG SL costs RM999,888 to the MG Cyberster’s RM299,900, a RM699,988 gulf that buys four seats, a 375-hp 2.0-litre turbo petrol mild-hybrid powertrain and a 275-km/h top speed. Yet the rear-drive Cyberster is only 0.1 seconds behind to 100 km/h at 5.0 seconds, while its 77-kWh battery gives a quoted 508 km range and 144-kW DC charging. For Malaysian buyers, the MG makes far more financial sense; the SL is for those who need its extra seats and much higher top speed.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG SL if you need four seats, a 275-km/h top speed and a 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time.
Pick the MG Cyberster if you want a two-seat electric convertible with 508 km of quoted range for RM699,988 less.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz AMG SL RM999,888; MG Cyberster RM299,900.
- Performance: AMG SL 0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds and 275 km/h; Cyberster 5.0 seconds and 195 km/h.
- Powertrain: AMG SL 1,991 cc 375-hp turbo mild hybrid; Cyberster 338-hp electric motor with 475 Nm.
- Seating: AMG SL four seats; Cyberster two seats.
- EV hardware: AMG SL has no battery or charging rating; Cyberster has a 77-kWh battery, 7-kW AC and 144-kW DC charging.
- Warranty: AMG SL four years with unlimited mileage; Cyberster seven years/150,000 km, plus eight-year powertrain and battery cover.
AMG SL
- Four seats and 50:50 split-folding rear seats.
- Quicker 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time and 275-km/h top speed.
- 17-speaker Burmester audio, head-up display and 360-degree camera.
- RM699,988 more expensive than the Cyberster.
- Four-year manufacturer warranty is shorter than the Cyberster’s seven years.
- 240-litre boot is 9 litres smaller than the Cyberster’s.
Cyberster
- 77-kWh battery with a quoted 508-km EV range.
- 144-kW DC charging and 2.5-kW V2L.
- Seven-year/150,000-km warranty, with eight-year battery cover.
- Two seats versus the AMG SL’s four.
- 0-100 km/h is 0.1 seconds slower, at 5.0 seconds.
- 195-km/h top speed is 80 km/h below the AMG SL’s.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM999,888 | RM299,900✓ |
| Body type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Segment | Grand Tourer | Sports Car |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM376✓ | RM395 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing with Mild Hybrid Assistance | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,991 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 375 hp | — |
| Torque | 480 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 13 hp | 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 | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | AMG Speedshift MCT 9G | — |
| Gears | 9 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Daimler | — |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.9 seconds✓ | 5 seconds |
| Top Speed | 275 km/h✓ | 195 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,705 mm | 4,535 mm |
| Width | 1,915 mm | 1,913 mm |
| Height | 1,359 mm | 1,329 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,690 mm |
| Weight | 1,810 kg | 1,885 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 70 litres | — |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 4 | 2 |
| Boot Space | 240 litres | 249 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 275/35R21 | 245/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 305/30R21 | 275/40R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S | Pirelli P Zero Elect |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-Link | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 21" AMG 10-Twin-Spoke Forged Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 21" AMG 10-Twin-Spoke Forged Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Sports Suspension | — |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag | Driver and Passenger, Front Side |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 2 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Front Passenger Seat | — |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Both Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Digital Light LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED with Dynamic Light Design and Sequential Indicators | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings | Powered Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 50:50 Split-folding | — |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB, 1 Wireless Charger | 2 USB Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front |
| Audio | 11.9" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 17-Speaker Burmester Sound System | 7" Dual Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Eight Speaker Bose Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Driver Side Auto Up & Down | Two Windows, Auto Up & Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Pop-out Door Handles | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist and Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | — | 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 Manufacturer | 4 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.
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AMG SL vs Cyberster FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz AMG SL or MG Cyberster better?
The MG Cyberster is the better buy for electric range, charging capability and warranty cover. Choose the Mercedes-Benz AMG SL only if its four-seat cabin, 4.9-second sprint and 275-km/h top speed matter enough to justify the much higher outlay.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG SL costs RM699,988 more than the MG Cyberster.
Can the MG Cyberster charge quickly on a DC charger?
Yes. The MG Cyberster supports DC charging at up to 144 kW and AC charging at up to 7 kW. The AMG SL is a petrol mild hybrid, so it has no external charging rate or EV range.