Verdict
At RM299,900, the MG Cyberster costs RM20,012 more than the RM279,888 MINI 3 Door, but it is a very different proposition. Its 338 hp, 475 Nm rear motor reaches 100 km/h in 5.0 seconds and its 77 kWh battery claims 508 km of range, useful for buyers ready to charge at home or on the road. The MINI counters with four seats, six airbags and a 44-litre petrol tank in a far smaller, 1,295 kg hatchback. Pick the Cyberster for open-top EV performance; the MINI is the more practical daily car.
Pick the MG Cyberster if you want a two-seat convertible with 338 hp, 508 km EV range and 5.0-second 0-100 km/h pace.
Pick the MINI 3 Door if you need four seats, a compact 3,876 mm body and petrol refuelling rather than charging.
Key differences
- Price: MG Cyberster RM299,900; MINI 3 Door RM279,888.
- Powertrain: MG Cyberster 338 hp/475 Nm electric motor; MINI 3 Door 201 hp/300 Nm 1,998 cc turbo petrol engine.
- Range or fuel storage: MG Cyberster 77 kWh battery and 508 km EV range; MINI 3 Door 44-litre fuel tank.
- Performance: MG Cyberster 0-100 km/h in 5.0 seconds and 195 km/h; MINI 3 Door 6.6 seconds and 242 km/h.
- Practicality: MG Cyberster has 2 seats and a 249-litre boot; MINI 3 Door has 4 seats and a 210-litre boot.
- Safety: MG Cyberster has 4 airbags; MINI 3 Door has 6 airbags.
Cyberster
- 338 hp and 475 Nm, with 5.0-second 0-100 km/h acceleration.
- 77 kWh battery, 508 km claimed range and 144 kW DC charging.
- 249-litre boot, powered front seats and powered scissor doors.
- Only two seats, against the MINI 3 Door's four.
- Four airbags versus six in the MINI 3 Door.
- At 1,885 kg, it is 590 kg heavier than the MINI 3 Door.
3 Door
- Four seats and 60:40 split-folding rear seats in a 3,876 mm hatchback.
- Six airbags, ISOFIX on both outer rear seats and the front passenger seat.
- 242 km/h top speed, plus a head-up display and adaptive LED headlamps.
- Its 6.6-second 0-100 km/h time is 1.6 seconds behind the Cyberster.
- 210-litre boot is 39 litres smaller than the Cyberster's.
- Two-year manufacturer warranty is much shorter than the Cyberster's seven years.
What the Cyberster has over the 3 Door
What the 3 Door has over the Cyberster
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The Cyberster's wheelbase is 195 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The Cyberster is 186 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays. Boot space favours the Cyberster: 249 litres against 210.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM299,900 | RM279,888✓ |
| Body type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Segment | Sports Car | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM395 | RM379✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM3,060/mo | RM2,855/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM8,045 | RM7,590✓ |
| Fuel or electricity / year (est.) | RM1,347 | — |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM6.73 | — |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM48,935 | — |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 11.0 hours | — |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 35 min | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 201 hp at 5,000 rpm |
| Torque | — | 300 Nm at 1,500 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 82 mm × 94.6 mm |
| 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) |
| Gears | — | 7 |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5 seconds✓ | 6.6 seconds |
| Top Speed | 195 km/h | 242 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,535 mm | 3,876 mm |
| Width | 1,913 mm | 1,727 mm |
| Height | 1,329 mm | 1,414 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,690 mm | 2,495 mm |
| Weight | 1,885 kg | 1,295 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 44 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 3 |
| Seats | 2 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 249 litres✓ | 210 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R19 | 215/45R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/40R19 | 215/45R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero Elect | Pirelli Cinturato P7 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 18" Slide Spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 18" Slide Spoke Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 4 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Seat Belts | 2 Three-point | 4 Three-point belts |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | — | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, Front Passenger Seat |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Adaptive LED Projector with High Beam Assist |
| 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 | — | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate |
| Power Sockets | 2 USB Front | 1 Front, 2 USB C, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front |
| 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 | Two 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 | Manual Operation |
| 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 |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | Powered Scissor Doors | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | 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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked October 2026.
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Cyberster vs 3 Door FAQ
Is the MG Cyberster or MINI 3 Door better?
The Cyberster is better for electric open-top performance, delivering 338 hp and a 508 km claimed range. The MINI 3 Door is better for carrying people, with four seats, six airbags and a compact hatchback body.
What is the price difference?
The MG Cyberster costs RM20,012 more than the MINI 3 Door.
Can the MG Cyberster charge quickly?
Yes. The Cyberster supports 7 kW AC charging and up to 144 kW DC charging, and also has 2.5 kW vehicle-to-load capability. The MINI 3 Door is petrol-powered and uses a 44-litre fuel tank.
How long does charging take?
The Cyberster's 77.0 kWh battery takes about 11.0 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 35 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 144 kW peak.
Which has the better warranty?
The Cyberster carries a 7-year manufacturer warranty against 2 years for the 3 Door. Cyberster: 8 Years/Unlimited Mileage Warranty on Powertrain, 8-year/150,000 km Battery Warranty. 3 Door: Repair Inclusive extendable up to 5 years.