Verdict
At RM299,900, the rear-wheel-drive MG Cyberster costs RM18,988 less than the MINI Convertible yet delivers 338 hp, 475 Nm and a 5.0-second 0-100 km/h time, against 204 hp, 300 Nm and 6.9 seconds. Its 77-kWh battery brings a 508-km EV range and 144-kW DC charging, which suits an owner with regular charging access. The MINI counters with four seats, ISOFIX and curtain airbags, plus a 237 km/h top speed, but its 215-litre boot is smaller. The MG’s seven-year/150,000-km manufacturer warranty also runs longer than the MINI’s two-year cover.
Pick the MG Cyberster if you want the lower-priced, faster rear-wheel-drive EV with 508 km of range and a larger 249-litre boot.
Pick the MINI Convertible if you need four seats, rear-seat ISOFIX, curtain airbags and a higher 237 km/h top speed.
Key differences
- Price: MG Cyberster RM299,900; MINI Convertible RM318,888.
- Output: MG Cyberster 338 hp and 475 Nm; MINI Convertible 204 hp and 300 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: MG Cyberster 5.0 seconds; MINI Convertible 6.9 seconds.
- Top speed: MG Cyberster 195 km/h; MINI Convertible 237 km/h.
- Practicality: MG Cyberster 2 seats and 249 litres of boot space; MINI Convertible 4 seats and 215 litres.
- Manufacturer warranty: MG Cyberster 7 years/150,000 km; MINI Convertible 2 years/unlimited mileage.
Cyberster
- RM18,988 cheaper
- 338 hp, 475 Nm and 5.0-second 0-100 km/h
- 77-kWh battery, 508-km range and 144-kW DC charging
- Only 2 seats versus the MINI’s 4
- 195 km/h top speed versus 237 km/h
- No curtain airbags or ISOFIX, unlike the MINI
Convertible
- Four seats, curtain airbags and rear-seat ISOFIX
- 237 km/h top speed
- Head-up display and auto parking
- RM18,988 more expensive
- 204 hp and 300 Nm trail the MG’s 338 hp and 475 Nm
- 215-litre boot and two-year manufacturer warranty trail the MG’s 249 litres and seven years
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM299,900✓ | RM318,888 |
| Body type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Segment | Sports Car | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM395 | RM379✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16 valve, DOHC, variable intake and exhaust cam timing, variable intake valve lift, twin-scroll turbo |
| Capacity | — | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 204 hp |
| Torque | — | 300 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| 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 | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | — | 7-speed Steptronic Transmission |
| Gears | — | 7 |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5 seconds✓ | 6.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | 195 km/h | 237 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,535 mm | 3,879 mm |
| Width | 1,913 mm | 1,744 mm |
| Height | 1,329 mm | 1,431 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,690 mm | 2,495 mm |
| Weight | 1,885 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | — | 44 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 2 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 249 litres✓ | 215 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R19 | 215/40R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/40R19 | 215/40R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero Elect | Hankook Ventus s1 Evo 3 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | United Kingdom (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 18" Night Flash Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 18" Night Flash Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| 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 | — | ✓ |
| Seat Belts | 2 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | — | Available on Front Passenger and Outer Two Rear Seat |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | — | 50:50 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 2 USB Front | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front |
| 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 | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 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 Flip Switch |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree View Monitor |
| 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 | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8 Years/Unlimited Mileage Warranty on Powertrain, 8-year/150,000 km Battery Warranty | Repair Inclusive extendable up to 5 years |
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 Convertible FAQ
Is the MG Cyberster or MINI Convertible better?
The MG Cyberster is the stronger choice for performance, EV range and price: it is RM18,988 cheaper and reaches 100 km/h in 5.0 seconds. Choose the MINI Convertible instead if four seats, ISOFIX and curtain airbags are essential.
What is the price difference?
The MINI Convertible costs RM18,988 more than the MG Cyberster.
Which convertible is more practical?
The MINI Convertible carries four people and has 50:50 split-folding rear seats, rear cup holders and ISOFIX. The MG Cyberster is strictly a two-seater, although its 249-litre boot exceeds the MINI’s 215 litres.
