Verdict
At RM299,900, the MG Cyberster costs RM85,072 less than the Volkswagen Touareg and cuts annual road tax from RM1,632 to RM395. Its 338 hp, 475 Nm rear motor reaches 100 km/h in 5.0 seconds, one second ahead of the Touareg. But this is a hard choice only if lifestyle permits: the Cyberster has two seats and a 249-litre boot, while the five-seat Touareg brings 810 litres, all-wheel drive and air suspension. For Malaysian daily family use, the Volkswagen’s practicality is decisive; the MG is the more focused, lower-running-cost weekend car.
Pick the MG Cyberster if a two-seat convertible, 508 km EV range and a 5.0-second 0-100 km/h time matter more than passenger and luggage capacity.
Pick the Volkswagen Touareg if you need five seats, an 810-litre boot, all-wheel drive and the convenience of a 90-litre petrol tank.
Key differences
- Price: MG Cyberster RM299,900; Volkswagen Touareg RM384,972.
- Powertrain: Cyberster has one 338 hp/475 Nm electric motor; Touareg has a 335 hp/450 Nm 2,995 cc petrol engine.
- 0-100 km/h and top speed: Cyberster 5.0 seconds and 195 km/h; Touareg 6.0 seconds and 250 km/h.
- Seating and boot space: Cyberster 2 seats and 249 litres; Touareg 5 seats and 810 litres.
- Dimensions: Cyberster is 4,535 mm long with a 2,690 mm wheelbase; Touareg is 4,878 mm long with a 2,984 mm wheelbase.
- Annual road tax: Cyberster RM395; Touareg RM1,632.
Cyberster
- RM85,072 lower purchase price and RM1,237 lower annual road tax.
- Quicker 5.0-second 0-100 km/h sprint.
- 508 km EV range, 144 kW DC charging and 2.5 kW V2L.
- Only two seats and a 249-litre boot versus five seats and 810 litres.
- Rear-wheel drive rather than all-wheel drive.
- No rear curtain airbags, ISOFIX or night vision.
Touareg
- Five seats, 40:20:40 folding rear seats and an 810-litre boot.
- All-wheel drive with front and rear air suspension.
- HD Matrix LED headlights, night vision and rear curtain airbags.
- RM85,072 higher purchase price and RM1,237 higher annual road tax.
- Slower 6.0-second 0-100 km/h time.
- No electric range, DC charging or V2L capability.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM299,900✓ | RM384,972 |
| Body type | Convertible | SUV |
| Segment | Sports Car | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM395✓ | RM1,632 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 24-valve DOHC with Twin-scroll Turbocharger, Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift |
| Capacity | — | 2,995 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 335 hp |
| Torque | — | 450 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 84.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.8 |
| 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 | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5 seconds✓ | 6 seconds |
| Top Speed | 195 km/h | 250 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,535 mm | 4,878 mm |
| Width | 1,913 mm | 1,984 mm |
| Height | 1,329 mm | 1,702 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,690 mm | 2,984 mm |
| Weight | 1,885 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | — | 90 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 5 |
| Seats | 2 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 249 litres | 810 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R19 | 285/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/40R19 | 285/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero Elect | Bridgestone Alenza 001 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 20" Braga Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 20" Braga Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Air Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Electronic for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 2 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | — | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Night Vision | — | Yes |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | HD Matrix LED Headlights |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED with Sequential Indicators |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats | 12-Way Power-Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | — | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 2 USB Front | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Manual rear window blinds |
| Audio | 7" Dual Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Eight Speaker Bose Sound System | 15" Innovision Cockpit with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Dynaudio Consequence Sound System (730-Watts) |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Auto Up & Down | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 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 |
| 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 | — |
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 Touareg FAQ
Is the MG Cyberster or Volkswagen Touareg better?
The Touareg is better for a family because it has five seats, an 810-litre boot and all-wheel drive. The Cyberster is better as a two-seat electric convertible, with 508 km range, lower road tax and a faster 5.0-second sprint.
What is the price difference?
The Volkswagen Touareg costs RM85,072 more than the MG Cyberster. The gap is RM384,972 versus RM299,900.
Which one is faster?
The MG Cyberster reaches 100 km/h in 5.0 seconds, beating the Volkswagen Touareg’s 6.0 seconds. The Touareg has the higher top speed, at 250 km/h against 195 km/h.