Car Buyer's Guide

MG Cyberster vs Subaru Outback

MG Cyberster

MG Cyberster

Subaru Outback

Subaru Outback

Verdict

The RM20,900 gap buys a very different Malaysian car. The MG Cyberster is the two-seat electric sports car: its 338 hp, 475 Nm rear motor reaches 100 km/h in 5.0 seconds, while the 77 kWh battery is rated for 508 km and accepts DC charging at up to 144 kW. The Subaru Outback is the more usable five-seat wagon, with 522 litres of boot space, all-wheel drive and a 63-litre petrol tank. Its RM878 annual road tax is much higher than the MG’s RM395, and its 9.6-second sprint is plainly slower.

Cyberster

Pick the MG Cyberster if you want 5.0-second electric performance, open-top two-seat motoring and a 508 km rated EV range.

Outback

Pick the Subaru Outback if you need five seats, a 522-litre boot and all-wheel drive for everyday use.

Key differences

  • Performance: MG Cyberster produces 338 hp and 475 Nm, reaching 0-100 km/h in 5.0 seconds; Subaru Outback has 185 hp and 245 Nm, taking 9.6 seconds.
  • Power source: MG Cyberster uses a 77 kWh battery with 508 km EV range and 144 kW DC charging; Subaru Outback uses a 2,498 cc petrol engine and a 63-litre fuel…
  • Practicality: MG Cyberster has 2 seats and 249 litres of boot space; Subaru Outback has 5 seats and 522 litres.
  • Driveline: MG Cyberster is rear-wheel drive; Subaru Outback is all-wheel drive.
  • Road tax: MG Cyberster costs RM395 per year; Subaru Outback costs RM878 per year.
  • Warranty: MG Cyberster has 7 years/150,000 km manufacturer warranty; Subaru Outback has 5 years/100,000 km.

Cyberster

  • 338 hp and 475 Nm from its rear electric motor.
  • 77 kWh battery, 508 km rated range and 144 kW DC charging.
  • Seven-year/150,000 km warranty plus eight-year/150,000 km battery warranty.
  • Only 2 seats versus the Outback’s 5.
  • 249-litre boot is far smaller than the Outback’s 522 litres.
  • Rear-wheel drive rather than all-wheel drive.

Outback

  • Five seats, 60:40 split-folding rear bench and 522-litre boot.
  • All-wheel drive and a 63-litre petrol tank.
  • Driver knee airbag, front and rear curtain airbags, plus ISOFIX for two rear seats.
  • 9.6-second 0-100 km/h time trails the Cyberster’s 5.0 seconds.
  • RM878 annual road tax versus RM395 for the Cyberster.
  • Five-year/100,000 km warranty is shorter than the Cyberster’s 7 years/150,000 km.
Price & overview
PriceRM299,900RM279,000
Body typeConvertibleWagon
SegmentSports CarD-Segment
AssemblyCBUCBU
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM395RM878
Powertrain
Engine Tech400V architectureDirect Fuel Injection, Horizontally Opposed, 4-Cylinder, DOHC 16-Valve, Boxer Engine
Capacity2,498 cc
Horsepower185 hp
Torque245 Nm
FuelElectricPetrol
Bore94 mm
Compression Ratio12
Number of Motors1
Motor Horsepower338 hp
Motor Torque475 Nm
Battery Capacity77 kWh
EV Range508 km
Charging Rate (AC)7 kW
Charging Rate (DC)144 kW
V2L2.5 kW
Drivetrain
TransmissionSingle Ratio AutomaticCVT Automatic
Transmission NameLineartronic CVT
Transmission ManufacturerSubaru
DrivelineRear Wheel DriveAll Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
0-100 km/h5 seconds9.6 seconds
Top Speed195 km/h206 km/h
Dimensions
Length4,535 mm4,870 mm
Width1,913 mm1,875 mm
Height1,329 mm1,682 mm
Wheelbase2,690 mm2,745 mm
Weight1,885 kg1,756 kg
Fuel Tank63 litres
Doors25
Seats25
Boot Space249 litres522 litres
Front Tyre245/45R19225/60R18
Rear Tyre275/40R19225.60R18
Spare TyreTyre Repair KitSpace Saver
Factory TyresPirelli P Zero ElectBridgestone Alenza H/L33
Chassis
AssemblyChina (CBU)Japan (CBU)
Front SuspensionDouble WishbonesMacPherson Strut
Rear SuspensionMulti-linkDouble Wishbones
Front Wheels19" Alloys18" Alloy
Rear Wheels19" Alloys18" Alloy
SteeringRack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist)
Safety
AirbagsDriver and Passenger, Front SideDriver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain
ABS/EBD
Stability Control
Alarm
Immobilizer
Child Safety LockManual for rear doors
Seat Belts2 Three-point5 three-point
Blind Spot Info System
ISOFIXAvailable for Two Rear Passenger Seats
Autonomous Braking SystemYesYes
Lane-keeping AssistSteering CorrectionSteering Correction
Collision Warning
Seatbelt ReminderAll SeatsAll Seats
Lighting
HeadlampsLED ProjectorLED Projector
TaillampsFull LEDLED Combination
LED Daytime Running Lights
Front Foglamps
Rear Foglamps
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
Cabin
Front SeatsPowered Front Seats10-way power adjustable driver with memory, 8-way powered adjustment front passenger
Rear Seats60:40 Split-folding
Front Air-conSingle-zone Automatic Climate ControlDual-zone Automatic Climate Control
Rear Air-conRear AC vents
SunroofFront, Tilt and Slide
Power Sockets2 USB Front
Interior LightingMap LightsMap Lights
Cup Holders2 Front2 Front, 2 Rear
Sun ShadeSunroof Shade
Audio7" Dual Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Eight Speaker Bose Sound System11.6" HD Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 11-speaker 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 Push Button
LocksKeyless OperationKeyless Operation and PIN Code Access
Auto Start/Stop
Auto Headlamps
Auto Wipers
Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise Control
Tiptronic
Paddle Shift
Steering Audio Control
Steering Tilt
Steering Telescopic
Boot OperationManual OperationPowered Boot
Parking Sensor Front4 Sensors
Parking Sensor Rear4 Sensors4 Sensors
Reverse CameraYes, 360-degree CameraYes, 360-degree View Monitor
Folding Wing Mirrors
Bluetooth
Navigation
Power DoorPowered Scissor Doors
Hill Start Assist
Instrument ClusterFull LCD MonitorBacklit Analogue
Parking BrakeElectronicElectronic
Warranty
Warranty Mileage Manufacturer150,000 km100,000 km
Warranty Manufacturer7 years5 years
Warranty Notes8 Years/Unlimited Mileage Warranty on Powertrain, 8-year/150,000 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 Outback FAQ

Is the MG Cyberster or Subaru Outback better?

The Cyberster is better for electric performance and two-seat open-top driving, with 338 hp and a 5.0-second sprint. The Outback is better for family and luggage duties, providing five seats, all-wheel drive and 522 litres of boot space.

What is the price difference?

The MG Cyberster costs RM20,900 more than the Subaru Outback.

Which has lower running charges on road tax?

The MG Cyberster has the lower annual road tax at RM395, compared with RM878 for the Subaru Outback.

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