Verdict
At RM299,900, the MG Cyberster costs RM10,900 more than the RM289,000 Toyota Harrier, but they answer very different Malaysian needs. The Cyberster is a two-seat rear-wheel-drive electric convertible with 338 hp, 475 Nm, a 77 kWh battery and 508 km of stated range; its 5.0-second 0-100 km/h time is the clear performance draw. The Harrier is the practical choice: five seats, five doors and a 396-litre boot against the MG’s 249 litres. It also has rear ISOFIX, rear air-con vents and a 55-litre fuel tank for buyers not ready to plan charging stops.
Pick the MG Cyberster if a 338 hp electric roadster, 508 km stated range and 5.0-second acceleration matter more than rear seats and luggage room.
Pick the Toyota Harrier if you need five seats, five doors, a 396-litre boot and hybrid petrol convenience for daily family use.
Key differences
- Price: MG Cyberster RM299,900; Toyota Harrier RM289,000.
- Powertrain: Cyberster has a 338 hp, 475 Nm motor and 77 kWh battery; Harrier has a 175 hp 2.5-litre engine plus a 118 hp, 202 Nm motor.
- Range and charging: Cyberster states 508 km range with 7 kW AC and 144 kW DC charging; Harrier has no EV range or charging rate.
- Performance: Cyberster does 0-100 km/h in 5.0 seconds and reaches 195 km/h; Harrier has no 0-100 km/h figure and a 180 km/h top speed.
- Practicality: Cyberster has 2 seats, 2 doors and a 249-litre boot; Harrier has 5 seats, 5 doors and a 396-litre boot.
- Running cost: Cyberster road tax is RM395 per year; Harrier road tax is RM830 per year.
Cyberster
- 338 hp and 475 Nm from its single rear motor.
- 77 kWh battery, 508 km stated range and 144 kW DC charging.
- Powered scissor doors and an eight-speaker Bose sound system.
- Only 2 seats and 2 doors versus the Harrier’s 5 seats and 5 doors.
- 249-litre boot is 147 litres smaller than the Harrier’s 396 litres.
- At 1,885 kg, it is 190 kg heavier than the Harrier.
Harrier
- Five seats, rear ISOFIX and a 396-litre boot.
- Dual-zone climate control, rear air-con vents and a full-sized electrochromic moonroof.
- Rear cross-traffic alert with braking, front and rear curtain airbags, plus a driver’s knee airbag.
- Its 118 hp, 202 Nm motor trails the Cyberster’s 338 hp and 475 Nm motor.
- Six-speaker audio trails the Cyberster’s eight-speaker Bose system.
- Manufacturer warranty is 5 years versus 7 years for the Cyberster.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM299,900 | RM289,000✓ |
| Body type | Convertible | SUV |
| Segment | Sports Car | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM395✓ | RM830 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with dual variable valve timing and hybrid assistance (VVT-iE on intake, VVT-i on exhaust) |
| Capacity | — | 2,487 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 175 hp |
| Torque | — | 221 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | — | 87.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 14 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 338 hp✓ | 118 hp |
| Motor Torque | 475 Nm✓ | 202 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 | eCVT Automatic |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 195 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,535 mm | 4,740 mm |
| Width | 1,913 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Height | 1,329 mm | 1,660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,690 mm | 2,690 mm |
| Weight | 1,885 kg | 1,695 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 55 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 5 |
| Seats | 2 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 249 litres | 396 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R19 | 225/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/40R19 | 225/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero Elect | Bridgestone Alenza H/L 33 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbone |
| 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) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 2 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | — | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert with Braking |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Bi-LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats | 12-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, Power Adjustable 4-way Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | — | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest, Manual Recline |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Full-sized Moonroof with Electrochromic Function |
| Power Sockets | 2 USB Front | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights, Cupholder Lights and Footwell Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 7" Dual Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Eight Speaker Bose Sound System | 8" Display Audio with Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Six speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Auto Up & Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Powered with Kick Sensor |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | Powered Scissor Doors | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Front and Rear Digital Video Recorder |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8 Years/Unlimited Mileage Warranty on Powertrain, 8-year/150,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-Year/Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Hybrid Battery, Inverter and PCU |
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 Harrier FAQ
Is the MG Cyberster or Toyota Harrier better?
The Cyberster is better for electric performance, with 338 hp, 475 Nm and a 5.0-second 0-100 km/h time. The Harrier is better for family duties, bringing five seats, five doors, rear ISOFIX and a 396-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The MG Cyberster costs RM10,900 more than the Toyota Harrier.
Which is more practical for a family?
The Toyota Harrier is decisively more practical. It has five seats, five doors, a 396-litre boot, rear air-con vents, rear ISOFIX and a 60:40 split-folding rear bench; the Cyberster has two seats and a 249-litre boot.