Verdict
At RM299,900, the MG Cyberster costs RM20,012 more than the RM279,888 MINI 3 Door, but brings a 338 hp, 475 Nm rear motor, a claimed 508 km EV range and 5.0-second 0-100 km/h time. It is the more dramatic two-seat weekend car, with a 249-litre boot. The MINI is lighter by 590 kg, seats four and reaches 242 km/h, but its 201 hp petrol turbo needs 6.6 seconds to 100 km/h. For a Malaysian buyer needing rear seats, the MINI is plainly easier to share.
Pick the MG Cyberster if a 508 km electric range, 5.0-second sprint and two-seat convertible layout matter more than rear-seat access.
Pick the MINI 3 Door if you need four seats, a smaller 3,876 mm footprint and a RM20,012 lower entry price.
Key differences
- Price: MG Cyberster RM299,900; MINI 3 Door RM279,888.
- Powertrain output: MG Cyberster 338 hp and 475 Nm; MINI 3 Door 201 hp and 300 Nm.
- Acceleration and top speed: MG Cyberster 0-100 km/h in 5.0 seconds and 195 km/h; MINI 3 Door 6.6 seconds and 242 km/h.
- Accommodation and boot: MG Cyberster 2 seats and 249 litres; MINI 3 Door 4 seats and 210 litres.
- Size and weight: MG Cyberster 4,535 mm long and 1,885 kg; MINI 3 Door 3,876 mm long and 1,295 kg.
- Manufacturer warranty: MG Cyberster 7 years/150,000 km; MINI 3 Door 2 years/unlimited mileage.
Cyberster
- 338 hp, 475 Nm rear electric motor
- 508 km EV range and 144 kW DC charging
- 249-litre boot and powered front seats
- RM20,012 dearer
- Only two seats versus the MINI's four
- 1,885 kg versus 1,295 kg
3 Door
- Four seats and 60:40 split-folding rear seats
- 590 kg lighter than the Cyberster
- 242 km/h top speed with a head-up display
- 6.6-second 0-100 km/h time versus 5.0 seconds
- 210-litre boot is 39 litres smaller
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus seven years
| 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✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 201 hp |
| Torque | — | 300 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 82 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 | Driver and Passenger, Front Side | 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 | — | 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.
Used Cyberster & 3 Door for sale
Cyberster vs 3 Door FAQ
Is the MG Cyberster or MINI 3 Door better?
The MG Cyberster is better for electric performance and open-top two-seat driving, with 338 hp and a 5.0-second sprint. The MINI 3 Door is better if four seats, compact dimensions and a lower purchase price are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The MG Cyberster costs RM20,012 more than the MINI 3 Door.
Which is quicker and faster?
The MG Cyberster is quicker from 0-100 km/h, taking 5.0 seconds against the MINI 3 Door's 6.6 seconds. The MINI is faster flat out, with a 242 km/h top speed versus 195 km/h.