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MG Cyberster

(2024 - present)

Expert Rating

New car score:

67
%
B

This model is still new so we don't have a Used Car Expert Rating score yet. Check back soon.

Expert Rating report card

Media Rating:

66
%
C

Safety Rating:

-

Eco Rating:

100
%
-

Reliability Rating:

-

Running Costs:

64
%
C

How are our Expert Rating scores calculated?

Expert Rating

New car score:

67
%
B

This model is still new so we don't have a Used Car Expert Rating score yet. Check back soon.

Expert Rating report card

Media Rating:

66
%
C

Safety Rating:

-

Eco Rating:

100
%
-

Reliability Rating:

-

Running Costs:

64
%
C

Summary


The MG Cyberster is an electric two-door convertible that became available to order in the UK in Summer 2024, with two different powertrain options available.

Beating its brand competitors to the punch, MG is the first marque to launch an all-electric soft-top sports car in the UK. Therefore, the MG Cyberster currently sits in a class of its own, at least for now.

It’s available in two trim levels, Trophy and GT, with the only real difference being performance. The Trophy has a very respectable 340hp and is rear-wheel drive, while the GT has a ferocious 500hp and is all-wheel drive, so it can go from 0-62mph in only 3.2 seconds – which, incidentally, is exactly the same time as the legendary McLaren F1 supercar…

The MG Cyberster’s best party trick is its electric scissor doors, which are bound to attract attention wherever you go. For bonus street theatre points, you can remotely open and close the doors from the car key.

UK reviewers are rather torn when it comes to the Cyberster – Autocar’s Kris Culmer remarks that the convertible marks MG’s “triumphant return to the sports car market and proves that electric cars can be fun”, while Yousuf Ashraf of Evo concludes that the car is “stunning to look at, but not to drive.” Our own editor at The Car Expert, Stuart Masson, said “The MG Cyberster GT is missile-like fast in a straight line, but all that performance comes at the expense of driving enjoyment.”

A coupé version was previewed as a concept car at the 2024 Goodwood Festival of Speed. There’s no word on whether it will go into production, but it would be a logical extension to the model range.

As of October 2024, the MG Cyberster holds a New Car Expert Rating of B, with a score of 67%.

Cyberster highlights

  • Practical by two-seater standards
  • Strong performance, especially GT model
  • Well-equipped as standard
  • Electric scissor doors will impress everyone

Cyberster lowlights

  • Petrol rivals are more agile
  • Fiddly infotainment
  • Inconsistent ride quality
  • A bit cramped for taller drivers

Key specifications


Body style: Convertible
Engines:
electric, battery-powered
Price:
From £54,995 on-road

Launched: Summer 2024
Last updated: N/A
Replacement due: TBA


Media reviews


Reviews, road tests and comparisons from across the UK automotive media. Click any of the boxes to view.

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Safety rating


Independent crash test and safety ratings from Euro NCAP

No safety rating

As of October 2024, the MG Cyberster has not been crash tested by Euro NCAP.

Eco rating


Independent economy and emissions ratings from Green NCAP

No eco rating

As of October 2024, the MG Cyberster has not been lab tested by Green NCAP.

The Green NCAP programme measures exhaust pollution (which is zero for an electric car) and energy efficiency. Electric cars are much more energy-efficient than combustion cars, so the Cyberster is likely to score very highly in Green NCAP testing whenever it ever takes place. Check back again soon.

Reliability rating

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No reliability rating

As of October 2024, we don’t have enough reliability data on the MG Cyberster to generate a reliability rating.

The Car Expert’s reliability information is provided exclusively to us using workshop and extended warranty data from our partner, MotorEasy, sourced from both official dealerships and independent workshops. 

As soon as MotorEasy has sufficient data on the Cyberster, we’ll publish the results here.

Running cost rating

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Monthly cost of ownership data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by Clear Vehicle Data

Battery rangeAverageScoreVariationScore
EV models296 milesA – milesE – E
Electrical efficiencyAverageScoreVariationScore
EV models3.8 m/KWhC – m/KWhE – E
Insurance groupAverageScoreVariationScore
All models48DA – A
Service and maintenanceCostScore
Year 1£218B
Year 2£542B
Year 3£890B
Year 4£1,026A
Year 5£1,398B
Overall£4,074B

The MG Cyberster is a relatively affordable car to own and run, according to whole-life cost numbers provided exclusively to The Car Expert by our data partner, Clear Vehicle Data.

Electrical efficiency (the EV equivalent of miles per gallon for petrol and diesel cars) is good, which helps the sports car to achieve a very good driving range of 296 miles, according to the official government lab tests.

Insurance costs are likely to be higher than average, while scheduled servicing and maintenance costs are likely to be excellent for the car’s first five years.

Awards


Trophies, prizes and awards that the MG Cyberster has received.

2024

  • Red Dot Design Award
  • Top Gear Awards – Best EV Roadster

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