Verdict
At RM299,900, the MG Cyberster costs RM18,988 less yet brings 338 hp and 475 Nm from its rear motor, a 77 kWh battery rated for 508 km, and a 5.0-second 0-100 km/h run. It is the faster open-top car to 100 km/h and has a 249-litre boot, but its two-seat layout limits its usefulness. The RM318,888 MINI Convertible is slower at 6.9 seconds, though its 204 hp, 300 Nm petrol turbo reaches 237 km/h and it carries four people. For Malaysian buyers needing rear seats, the MINI makes more sense; for electric performance and lower entry cost, take the MG.
Pick the MG Cyberster if you want a two-seat electric roadster with 508 km range, 475 Nm and 5.0-second acceleration for RM18,988 less.
Pick the MINI Convertible if you need four seats, ISOFIX points and a 237 km/h top speed in an open-top car.
Key differences
- Price: MG Cyberster RM299,900; MINI Convertible RM318,888.
- Power and torque: MG Cyberster 338 hp and 475 Nm; MINI Convertible 204 hp and 300 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: MG Cyberster 5.0 seconds; MINI Convertible 6.9 seconds.
- Seats and boot space: MG Cyberster 2 seats and 249 litres; MINI Convertible 4 seats and 215 litres.
- Length: MG Cyberster 4,535 mm; MINI Convertible 3,879 mm.
- Top speed: MG Cyberster 195 km/h; MINI Convertible 237 km/h.
Cyberster
- 338 hp, 475 Nm rear motor and 5.0-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 77 kWh battery with 508 km rated range; 144 kW DC charging.
- RM18,988 lower price and a 249-litre boot.
- Only two seats, against the MINI Convertible's four.
- 195 km/h top speed is 42 km/h below the MINI Convertible.
- No ISOFIX listed, while the MINI has front-passenger and outer-rear ISOFIX.
Convertible
- Four seats, 50:50 split-folding rear seats and ISOFIX mounting points.
- 237 km/h top speed, versus 195 km/h for the MG Cyberster.
- Dual-zone climate control, head-up display and auto parking.
- RM18,988 dearer than the MG Cyberster.
- 6.9-second 0-100 km/h time trails the MG Cyberster's 5.0 seconds.
- 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 | — | 2 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 better for lower-cost electric performance, with 338 hp, 475 Nm, 508 km range and 5.0-second acceleration. The MINI Convertible is better if four seats and ISOFIX matter, and it has the higher 237 km/h top speed.
What is the price difference?
The MINI Convertible costs RM318,888 and the MG Cyberster costs RM299,900, so the MINI is RM18,988 more expensive.
Which convertible has more practical seating?
The MINI Convertible does. It has four seats, four three-point seat belts, 50:50 split-folding rear seats and ISOFIX on the front passenger and outer rear seats. The MG Cyberster has two seats and two three-point seat belts.