Verdict
At RM299,900, the MG Cyberster undercuts the RM318,888 MINI Convertible by RM18,988 and brings 338 hp, 475 Nm and a 508 km EV range. Its rear-wheel drive layout and five-second 0-100 km/h time make it the quicker open car, while its 249-litre boot is also 34 litres larger. The MINI counters with four seats, a 237 km/h top speed and a compact 3,879 mm body that is 656 mm shorter. For a Malaysian buyer able to charge, the MG is the more focused two-seat performance choice; the MINI is the practical petrol alternative.
Pick the MG Cyberster if you can charge an EV and want 338 hp, 475 Nm, rear-wheel drive and a 508 km range for RM18,988 less.
Pick the MINI Convertible if you need four seats, a 44-litre petrol tank and a 656 mm shorter body for tighter urban use.
Key differences
- Price: MG Cyberster RM299,900; MINI Convertible RM318,888.
- Performance: MG Cyberster 338 hp/475 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 5.0 seconds; MINI Convertible 204 hp/300 Nm and 6.9 seconds.
- Power source: MG Cyberster has a 77 kWh battery, 508 km range and 144 kW DC charging; MINI Convertible has a 1,998 cc turbo petrol engine and 44-litre tank.
- Driveline: MG Cyberster is rear-wheel drive; MINI Convertible is front-wheel drive.
- Seating and boot: MG Cyberster has two seats and a 249-litre boot; MINI Convertible has four seats and a 215-litre boot.
- Dimensions: MG Cyberster is 4,535 mm long with a 2,690 mm wheelbase; MINI Convertible is 3,879 mm long with a 2,495 mm wheelbase.
Cyberster
- RM18,988 lower price with 338 hp and 475 Nm.
- 508 km EV range, 144 kW DC charging and 2.5 kW V2L.
- Rear-wheel drive, powered front seats and powered scissor doors.
- Only two seats versus the MINI Convertible's four.
- 195 km/h top speed is 42 km/h below the MINI Convertible's 237 km/h.
- Single-zone climate control versus dual-zone climate control.
Convertible
- Four seats, 50:50 split-folding rear seats and ISOFIX.
- 237 km/h top speed, plus a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic with paddle shifts.
- Dual-zone climate control, head-up display and auto parking.
- Costs RM18,988 more despite 134 hp and 175 Nm less than the MG Cyberster.
- 0-100 km/h takes 6.9 seconds, 1.9 seconds slower than the MG Cyberster.
- 215-litre boot is 34 litres smaller than the MG Cyberster's.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM299,900✓ | RM318,888 |
| Body type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Segment | Sports Car | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM395 | RM379✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16 valve, DOHC, variable intake and exhaust cam timing, variable intake valve lift, twin-scroll turbo |
| Capacity | — | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 204 hp |
| Torque | — | 300 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| 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 | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | — | 7-speed Steptronic Transmission |
| Gears | — | 7 |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5 seconds✓ | 6.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | 195 km/h | 237 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,535 mm | 3,879 mm |
| Width | 1,913 mm | 1,744 mm |
| Height | 1,329 mm | 1,431 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,690 mm | 2,495 mm |
| Weight | 1,885 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | — | 44 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 2 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 249 litres✓ | 215 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R19 | 215/40R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/40R19 | 215/40R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero Elect | Hankook Ventus s1 Evo 3 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | United Kingdom (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 18" Night Flash Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 18" Night Flash Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Seat Belts | 2 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | — | Available on Front Passenger and Outer Two Rear Seat |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | — | 50:50 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 2 USB Front | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 7" Dual Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Eight Speaker Bose Sound System | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Harman Kardon Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Auto Up & Down | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Flip Switch |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree View Monitor |
| 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 | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8 Years/Unlimited Mileage Warranty on Powertrain, 8-year/150,000 km Battery Warranty | Repair Inclusive extendable up to 5 years |
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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Cyberster vs Convertible FAQ
Is the MG Cyberster or MINI Convertible better?
The MG Cyberster is the stronger choice for EV performance: 338 hp, 475 Nm, rear-wheel drive and a 5.0-second 0-100 km/h time. Choose the MINI Convertible if four seats and a petrol powertrain matter more than outright acceleration.
What is the price difference?
The MINI Convertible costs RM318,888, which is RM18,988 more than the RM299,900 MG Cyberster.
Can the MG Cyberster cover longer trips more easily than the MINI Convertible?
The MG Cyberster has a claimed 508 km EV range, a 77 kWh battery and 144 kW DC charging. The MINI Convertible uses petrol and has a 44-litre fuel tank, but no driving range figure is stated.