Verdict
At RM299,900, the MG Cyberster costs RM3,900 more than the RM296,000 Toyota GR86, but it brings 338 hp, 475 Nm and a 5.0-second 0-100 km/h time against the Toyota’s 234 hp, 250 Nm and 6.3 seconds. Its 77-kWh battery is rated for 508 km and road tax is RM395 a year, versus RM767 for the petrol GR86. The Toyota counters with a six-speed manual, 226 km/h top speed and four seats. For Malaysian buyers wanting open-top EV pace and driver-assistance kit, the MG has the broader brief; the GR86 is the lighter, manual alternative at 1,291 kg.
Pick the MG Cyberster if you want a 508-km electric convertible with 475 Nm, 360-degree camera and adaptive cruise control.
Pick the Toyota GR86 if you want a 1,291-kg rear-wheel-drive coupe with a six-speed manual, four seats and a 226 km/h top speed.
Key differences
- Price: MG Cyberster RM299,900; Toyota GR86 RM296,000.
- Power and torque: Cyberster 338 hp and 475 Nm; GR86 234 hp and 250 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h and top speed: Cyberster 5.0 seconds and 195 km/h; GR86 6.3 seconds and 226 km/h.
- Energy and road tax: Cyberster 77-kWh battery, 508-km range and RM395/year; GR86 50-litre petrol tank and RM767/year.
- Weight and seating: Cyberster 1,885 kg with two seats; GR86 1,291 kg with four seats.
- Driver assistance: Cyberster has autonomous braking and steering lane-keeping assist; GR86 has neither listed.
Cyberster
- 338 hp, 475 Nm and a 5.0-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 508-km EV range, 144-kW DC charging and 2.5-kW V2L.
- Adaptive cruise control, autonomous braking and 360-degree camera.
- 1,885 kg is 594 kg heavier than the GR86.
- Only two seats, against the GR86’s four.
- 195 km/h top speed is 31 km/h below the GR86.
GR86
- Six-speed manual with rear-wheel drive and a rear limited-slip differential.
- 1,291 kg kerb weight and 226 km/h top speed.
- Four seats, rear ISOFIX and a full-size spare tyre.
- 234 hp and 250 Nm trail the Cyberster’s 338 hp and 475 Nm.
- 6.3-second 0-100 km/h time is 1.3 seconds slower than the Cyberster.
- No autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist is listed.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM299,900 | RM296,000✓ |
| Body type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Segment | Sports Car | Sports Car |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM395✓ | RM767 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 2,387 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 234 hp |
| Torque | — | 250 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 94 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 12.5 |
| 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 | Manual |
| Transmission Name | — | 6-speed Manual |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Toyota |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5 seconds✓ | 6.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | 195 km/h | 226 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,535 mm | 4,265 mm |
| Width | 1,913 mm | 1,775 mm |
| Height | 1,329 mm | 1,310 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,690 mm | 2,575 mm |
| Weight | 1,885 kg | 1,291 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 50 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 2 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 249 litres✓ | 226 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R19 | 215/40R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/40R19 | 215/40R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero Elect | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut with Stabiliser |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbone with Stabiliser |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Rear Limited Slip Differential |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Seat Belts | 2 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | — | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), Emergency Stop Signal (ESS) |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Headlamps |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | — | Foldable |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 2 USB Front | 1 Front, 2 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front |
| Audio | 7" Dual Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Eight Speaker Bose Sound System | 8" Display Audio with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Auto Up & Down | Driver and Passenger One Touch Auto Windows |
| Engine Start | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Push Button Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Entry |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | Powered Scissor Doors | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8 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.
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Cyberster vs GR86 FAQ
Is the MG Cyberster or Toyota GR86 better?
The Cyberster is better for EV range, outright acceleration and assistance systems: it has 508 km, 5.0-second 0-100 km/h and autonomous braking. Choose the GR86 for its six-speed manual, 594-kg lower weight and four-seat cabin.
What is the price difference?
The MG Cyberster costs RM299,900 and the Toyota GR86 costs RM296,000, so the Cyberster is RM3,900 dearer. Its annual road tax is lower at RM395, compared with RM767 for the GR86.
Which one is faster?
The MG Cyberster reaches 100 km/h in 5.0 seconds, beating the Toyota GR86’s 6.3 seconds. The GR86 has the higher top speed, however, at 226 km/h versus 195 km/h for the Cyberster.