Verdict
These cars serve sharply different Malaysian lives. The Mercedes-Benz GLB carries seven people across three rows, has a 2,829 mm wheelbase and rear air-con vents, but its 161 hp/270 Nm petrol drivetrain needs 9.3 seconds to reach 100 km/h. The two-seat MG Cyberster is the weekend choice: its rear motor produces 338 hp and 475 Nm for 0-100 km/h in five seconds, while the 77 kWh battery is rated for 508 km. The GLB is the practical pick; the Cyberster is the far quicker open-top alternative.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLB if you need seven seats, five doors, rear air-con and a 2,829 mm wheelbase for family use.
Pick the MG Cyberster if you want a two-seat convertible with 338 hp, 475 Nm and a 508 km EV range.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz GLB RM290,888; MG Cyberster RM299,900.
- Performance: GLB 161 hp, 270 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 9.3 seconds; Cyberster 338 hp, 475 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 5.0 seconds.
- Seating and doors: GLB has 7 seats and 5 doors; Cyberster has 2 seats and 2 doors.
- Powertrain: GLB uses a 1,332 cc petrol turbo with a 7-speed dual-clutch; Cyberster has one electric motor, a 77 kWh battery and single-ratio transmission.
- Dimensions: GLB is 4,634 mm long, 1,834 mm wide and 1,663 mm tall; Cyberster is 4,535 mm long, 1,913 mm wide and 1,329 mm tall.
- Warranty: GLB has a 2-year unlimited-mileage warranty; Cyberster has a 7-year/150,000 km vehicle warranty plus 8-year battery coverage.
GLB
- Seven seats and five doors
- Rear air-con vents and sliding second row
- More airbags, including curtain and driver’s knee airbags
- 0-100 km/h takes 9.3 seconds versus the Cyberster’s 5.0 seconds
- No lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise control or 360-degree camera
- 130-litre boot is smaller than the Cyberster’s 249 litres
Cyberster
- 338 hp and 475 Nm rear motor
- 77 kWh battery with 508 km range
- Adaptive cruise control, steering correction and 360-degree camera
- Only two seats and two doors versus the GLB’s seven seats and five doors
- No rear air-con vents
- Front and side airbags only, where the GLB also has curtain and driver’s knee airbags
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM290,888✓ | RM299,900 |
| Body type | SUV | Convertible |
| Segment | C-Segment | Sports Car |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM100✓ | RM395 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger with variable valve timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,332 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 161 hp | — |
| Torque | 270 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 72.2 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.6 | — |
| 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 | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7G-DCT | — |
| Gears | 7 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz (Daimler AG) | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.3 seconds | 5 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 207 km/h✓ | 195 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,634 mm | 4,535 mm |
| Width | 1,834 mm | 1,913 mm |
| Height | 1,663 mm | 1,329 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,829 mm | 2,690 mm |
| Weight | 1,555 kg | 1,885 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 52 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 2 |
| Seats | 7 | 2 |
| Boot Space | 130 litres | 249 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R18 | 245/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R18 | 275/40R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 | Pirelli P Zero Elect |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Mexico (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" 5-twin-spoke Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" 5-twin-spoke Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee | Driver and Passenger, Front Side |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 2 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer middle row seats, two last row seats | — |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Driver Side Memory Settings | Powered Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding and Sliding 2nd Row, 50:50 Split-folding 3rd Row | — |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Rear USB-C 3rd Row | 2 USB Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen MBUX Multimedia System with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 7" Dual Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Eight Speaker Bose Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four 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 |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| 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 |
| 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.
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GLB vs Cyberster FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz GLB or MG Cyberster better?
The GLB is better for family transport because it has seven seats, five doors, rear air-con vents and a sliding second row. The Cyberster is better for performance and open-top driving, reaching 100 km/h in 5.0 seconds against the GLB’s 9.3 seconds.
What is the price difference?
The MG Cyberster costs RM299,900 and the Mercedes-Benz GLB costs RM290,888, so the Cyberster is RM9,012 more expensive.
Which has the better range or long-distance usability?
The Cyberster has a claimed 508 km EV range from its 77 kWh battery and can charge at up to 144 kW DC. The GLB has a 52-litre petrol tank, seven seats and a 2,829 mm wheelbase, but no stated driving range.