Verdict
At RM294,800, the BMW i4 costs RM5,100 less yet makes far more sense for a Malaysian household: five seats, five doors and a 470-litre boot against the MG Cyberster’s two seats, two doors and 249 litres. The Cyberster counters with 338 hp, 475 Nm and a 5.0-second century sprint, versus 282 hp, 400 Nm and 6.0 seconds for the i4. Its 508-km range is only 8 km ahead, while the BMW’s 180-kW DC and 11-kW AC charging rates beat 144 kW and 7 kW. Choose the MG for open-top drama, not practicality.
Pick the BMW i4 if you need five seats, a 470-litre boot and faster AC/DC charging for daily Malaysian use.
Pick the MG Cyberster if you want a two-seat convertible with 338 hp, a 5.0-second 0-100 km/h time and powered scissor doors.
Key differences
- Price: BMW i4 RM294,800; MG Cyberster RM299,900.
- Performance: BMW i4 282 hp, 400 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 6.0 seconds; MG Cyberster 338 hp, 475 Nm and 5.0 seconds.
- Battery and range: BMW i4 70.3 kWh and 500 km; MG Cyberster 77 kWh and 508 km.
- Charging: BMW i4 11-kW AC and 180-kW DC; MG Cyberster 7-kW AC and 144-kW DC.
- Practicality: BMW i4 has five seats, five doors and a 470-litre boot; MG Cyberster has two seats, two doors and a 249-litre boot.
- Safety: BMW i4 has six airbags and ISOFIX on the second row; MG Cyberster has four airbags and no ISOFIX.
i4
- Five seats, five doors and a 470-litre boot.
- Faster 11-kW AC and 180-kW DC charging.
- Six airbags, rear curtain airbags and second-row ISOFIX.
- Slower than the MG Cyberster: 6.0 seconds to 100 km/h versus 5.0 seconds.
- No convertible roof, V2L or powered scissor doors.
Cyberster
- 338 hp and 475 Nm with a 5.0-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Convertible body and powered scissor doors.
- 2.5-kW V2L and an 8-km longer claimed range.
- Only two seats, two doors and a 249-litre boot.
- Slower 7-kW AC and 144-kW DC charging.
- Four airbags versus the BMW’s six, with no rear ISOFIX.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM294,800✓ | RM299,900 |
| Body type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Sports Car |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM305✓ | RM395 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 282 hp | 338 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 400 Nm | 475 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 70.3 kWh | 77 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 500 km | 508 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW✓ | 7 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 180 kW✓ | 144 kW |
| V2L | — | 2.5 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6 seconds | 5 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h | 195 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,783 mm | 4,535 mm |
| Width | 1,852 mm | 1,913 mm |
| Height | 1,448 mm | 1,329 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,856 mm | 2,690 mm |
| Weight | 2,075 kg | 1,885 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 2 |
| Seats | 5 | 2 |
| Boot Space | 470 litres✓ | 249 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R19 | 245/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/40R19 | 275/40R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 | Pirelli P Zero Elect |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Style-996M Bi-colour | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Style-996M Bi-colour | 19" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 4 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 2 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2nd Row Seats | — |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projectors | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | BMW Laser LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats, Driver's Side Memory | Powered Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | — |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 USB-A Front, 1 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 2 USB Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 10-Speaker HiFi Loudspeaker System | 7" Dual Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Eight Speaker Bose Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Two Windows, Auto Up & Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | — | Powered Scissor Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 7 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 3 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 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.
Used i4 & Cyberster for sale
i4 vs Cyberster FAQ
Is the BMW i4 or MG Cyberster better?
The BMW i4 is better for most buyers because it carries five people, has a 470-litre boot and charges faster. The MG Cyberster is better only if a two-seat convertible and stronger 338-hp performance matter more than passenger and luggage space.
What is the price difference?
The MG Cyberster costs RM5,100 more than the BMW i4. The BMW also has lower annual road tax at RM305, compared with RM395 for the MG.
Which EV charges faster?
The BMW i4 charges faster on both AC and DC: 11 kW AC and 180 kW DC, against 7 kW AC and 144 kW DC for the MG Cyberster. The Cyberster adds 2.5-kW vehicle-to-load capability, which the i4 lacks.
