Car Buyer's Guide

MG Cyberster vs MINI Aceman

MG Cyberster

MG Cyberster

MINI Aceman

MINI Aceman

Verdict

The MG Cyberster costs RM86,012 more, but brings 338 hp, 475 Nm and a 5.0-second 0-100 km/h time against the MINI Aceman’s 215 hp, 330 Nm and 7.1 seconds. Its 77 kWh battery also stretches to 508 km, 102 km beyond the Aceman. The MINI is the more practical Malaysian daily driver: five doors, five seats and a 300-litre boot versus two doors, two seats and 249 litres. Its RM200 annual road tax also undercuts the MG’s RM395.

Cyberster

Pick the MG Cyberster if a two-seat convertible with 338 hp, 508 km range, rear-wheel drive and 144 kW DC charging matters more than rear-seat practicality.

Aceman

Pick the MINI Aceman if you need five seats, five doors, a 300-litre boot and an RM86,012 lower entry price.

Key differences

  • Price: MG Cyberster RM299,900; MINI Aceman RM213,888
  • Performance: MG Cyberster 338 hp, 475 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 5.0 seconds; MINI Aceman 215 hp, 330 Nm and 7.1 seconds
  • Battery and range: MG Cyberster 77 kWh and 508 km; MINI Aceman 54.2 kWh and 406 km
  • Charging: MG Cyberster 7 kW AC and 144 kW DC; MINI Aceman 11 kW AC and 95 kW DC
  • Practicality: MG Cyberster has two doors, two seats and a 249-litre boot; MINI Aceman has five doors, five seats and a 300-litre boot
  • Road tax: MG Cyberster RM395 per year; MINI Aceman RM200 per year

Cyberster

  • 338 hp and 475 Nm, with 0-100 km/h in 5.0 seconds
  • 77 kWh battery delivers 508 km range and 144 kW DC charging
  • Rear-wheel drive, powered scissor doors and 2.5 kW V2L
  • RM299,900 costs RM86,012 more than the Aceman
  • Only two seats, two doors and a 249-litre boot
  • 7 kW AC charging is lower than the Aceman’s 11 kW

Aceman

  • Five seats, five doors and a 300-litre boot
  • 11 kW AC charging, powered tailgate and 60:40 split-folding rear seats
  • Curtain airbags, ISOFIX on both outer rear seats and front passenger seat, plus auto parking
  • 215 hp and 330 Nm trail the Cyberster’s 338 hp and 475 Nm
  • 406 km range is 102 km shorter than the Cyberster’s 508 km
  • 95 kW DC charging and no V2L trail the Cyberster’s 144 kW and 2.5 kW V2L
Price & overview
PriceRM299,900RM213,888
Body typeConvertibleSUV
SegmentSports CarB-Segment
AssemblyCBUCBU
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM395RM200
Powertrain
Engine Tech400V architecture400V architecture
FuelElectricElectric
Number of Motors11
Motor Horsepower338 hp215 hp
Motor Torque475 Nm330 Nm
Battery Capacity77 kWh54.2 kWh
EV Range508 km406 km
Charging Rate (AC)7 kW11 kW
Charging Rate (DC)144 kW95 kW
V2L2.5 kW
Drivetrain
TransmissionSingle Ratio AutomaticSingle Ratio Automatic
DrivelineRear Wheel DriveFront Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
0-100 km/h5 seconds7.1 seconds
Top Speed195 km/h170 km/h
Dimensions
Length4,535 mm4,076 mm
Width1,913 mm1,754 mm
Height1,329 mm1,515 mm
Wheelbase2,690 mm2,606 mm
Weight1,885 kg
Doors25
Seats25
Boot Space249 litres300 litres
Front Tyre245/45R19225/40R19
Rear Tyre275/40R19225/40R19
Spare TyreTyre Repair Kit
Factory TyresPirelli P Zero ElectGoodyear Assurance ComfortTred
Chassis
AssemblyChina (CBU)China (CBU)
Front SuspensionDouble WishbonesMacPherson Strut
Rear SuspensionMulti-linkMulti-link
Front Wheels19" Alloys19" Hexagram Alloy Wheels
Rear Wheels19" Alloys19" Hexagram Alloy Wheels
SteeringRack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist)
Safety
AirbagsDriver and Passenger, Front SideDriver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain
ABS/EBD
Stability Control
Alarm
Immobilizer
Airbag Disable Function
Child Safety LockManual for Rear Doors
Seat Belts2 Three-point5 Three-point belts
Blind Spot Info System
ISOFIXAvailable on 2 Outer Rear Seats, Front Passenger Seat
Autonomous Braking SystemYesYes
Lane-keeping AssistSteering CorrectionWarning Only
Collision Warning
Seatbelt ReminderAll SeatsFor All Seats
Lighting
HeadlampsLED ProjectorLED Projector
TaillampsFull LEDFull LED
LED Daytime Running Lights
Rear Foglamps
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
Cabin
Front SeatsPowered Front SeatsPowered Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory and Massage Function
Rear Seats60:40 Split-folding
Front Air-conSingle-zone Automatic Climate ControlDual-zone Automatic Climate
Power Sockets2 USB Front
Interior LightingMap LightsMap Lights and Ambient Lights
Cup Holders2 Front2 Front, 2 Rear
Audio7" Dual Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Eight Speaker Bose Sound System9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Harman Kardon Sound System
Convenience
Power WindowsTwo Windows, Auto Up & DownFour Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch
Engine StartKeyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal)Keyless Flip Switch
LocksKeyless OperationKeyless Operation
Auto Headlamps
Auto Wipers
Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise ControlActive Cruise Control (Requires Subscription)
Steering Audio Control
Steering Tilt
Steering Telescopic
Boot OperationManual OperationPowered Tailgate
Parking Sensor Front4 Sensors
Parking Sensor Rear4 Sensors
Reverse CameraYes, 360-degree CameraYes, with 360-degree View Monitor
Auto ParkingYes
Folding Wing Mirrors
Bluetooth
Navigation
Head-up Display
Power DoorPowered Scissor Doors
Hill Start Assist
Instrument ClusterFull LCD MonitorFull LCD Monitor
Parking BrakeElectronicElectronic
Warranty
Warranty Mileage Manufacturer150,000 kmUnlimited
Warranty Mileage ExtendedUnlimited
Warranty Manufacturer7 years2 years
Warranty Extended4 years
Warranty Notes8 Years/Unlimited Mileage Warranty on Powertrain, 8-year/150,000 km Battery WarrantyRepair Inclusive extendable up to 5 years, 8-year/160,000 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.

Cyberster vs Aceman FAQ

Is the MG Cyberster or MINI Aceman better?

The Cyberster is better for outright EV performance, longer range and open-top two-seat motoring. The Aceman is better for carrying people and luggage, with five seats, five doors and a larger 300-litre boot.

What is the price difference?

The MG Cyberster costs RM299,900 and the MINI Aceman costs RM213,888, so the Cyberster is RM86,012 more expensive.

Which charges faster?

The Cyberster charges faster on DC at up to 144 kW versus the Aceman’s 95 kW. The Aceman is faster on AC charging, at 11 kW against the Cyberster’s 7 kW.

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