Verdict
The RM91,012 gap separates two very different EVs. The MG Cyberster is the faster, open-top choice, with 338 hp, 475 Nm and a 5.0-second 0-100 km/h time, plus 508 km of range from its 77 kWh battery. But its two seats and 249-litre boot limit daily usefulness. The Volvo EX30 trades 0.3 seconds in the sprint for five seats, five doors and a 318-litre boot. It also charges faster at 11 kW AC and 175 kW DC, making it the more practical Malaysian one-car proposition.
Pick the MG Cyberster if open-top two-seat driving, 338 hp and a 5.0-second 0-100 km/h sprint matter more than rear-seat practicality.
Pick the Volvo EX30 if you need five seats, a larger 318-litre boot and quicker 11 kW AC/175 kW DC charging.
Key differences
- Price: MG Cyberster RM299,900; Volvo EX30 RM208,888.
- Performance: MG Cyberster 338 hp, 475 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 5.0 seconds; Volvo EX30 268 hp, 343 Nm and 5.3 seconds.
- Battery and range: MG Cyberster 77 kWh and 508 km; Volvo EX30 69 kWh and 476 km.
- Charging: MG Cyberster 7 kW AC and 144 kW DC; Volvo EX30 11 kW AC and 175 kW DC.
- Practicality: MG Cyberster has 2 seats, 2 doors and a 249-litre boot; Volvo EX30 has 5 seats, 5 doors and a 318-litre boot.
- Dimensions: MG Cyberster is 4,535 mm long and 1,329 mm tall; Volvo EX30 is 4,223 mm long and 1,555 mm tall.
Cyberster
- 338 hp and 475 Nm, with 0-100 km/h in 5.0 seconds.
- 508 km range from a 77 kWh battery.
- Powered scissor doors and an eight-speaker Bose sound system.
- Only two seats and two doors, against the EX30's five seats and five doors.
- 249-litre boot is 69 litres smaller than the EX30's.
- 7 kW AC and 144 kW DC charging are slower than the EX30's 11 kW and 175 kW figures.
EX30
- Five seats, five doors and a 318-litre boot.
- 11 kW AC and 175 kW DC charging, plus 3.6 kW V2L.
- Adds rear curtain and driver's-knee airbags, ISOFIX and auto parking.
- 268 hp and 343 Nm trail the Cyberster's 338 hp and 475 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h takes 5.3 seconds versus 5.0 seconds.
- 476 km range is 32 km short of the Cyberster's 508 km.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM299,900 | RM208,888✓ |
| Body type | Convertible | SUV |
| Segment | Sports Car | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM395 | RM260✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 338 hp✓ | 268 hp |
| Motor Torque | 475 Nm✓ | 343 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 77 kWh✓ | 69 kWh |
| EV Range | 508 km✓ | 476 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW | 11 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 144 kW | 175 kW✓ |
| V2L | 2.5 kW | 3.6 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5 seconds✓ | 5.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | 195 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,535 mm | 4,223 mm |
| Width | 1,913 mm | 1,837 mm |
| Height | 1,329 mm | 1,555 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,690 mm | 2,650 mm |
| Weight | 1,885 kg | — |
| Doors | 2 | 5 |
| Seats | 2 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 249 litres | 318 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R19 | 24545R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/40R19 | 245/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero Elect | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 19" 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, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Electric for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 2 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | — | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| 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 | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | — | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 2 USB Front | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 7" Dual Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Eight Speaker Bose Sound System | 12.3" Touchscreen with Google Services Built-in, Harman Kardon Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Auto Up & Down | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless (Depress Brake to Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| 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 | 8-year/160,000 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 EX30 FAQ
Is the MG Cyberster or Volvo EX30 better?
The Volvo EX30 is better for most buyers because it has five seats, five doors, a 318-litre boot and faster charging. Choose the MG Cyberster for its convertible body, stronger 338 hp motor and quicker 5.0-second sprint.
What is the price difference?
The MG Cyberster costs RM91,012 more than the Volvo EX30. That extra spend brings a convertible two-seat body, 338 hp, 475 Nm and 508 km range, but not the Volvo's five-seat practicality or quicker charging.
Which one charges faster?
The Volvo EX30 charges faster on both AC and DC power: 11 kW AC versus 7 kW, and 175 kW DC versus 144 kW. Its V2L output is also higher at 3.6 kW, against 2.5 kW.