KUALA LUMPUR: SAIC Motor Malaysia announces that bookings are now open for the MG Cyberster, the brand’s first all-electric roadster with an estimated price below RM350,000.
The Cyberster 2-seat roadster features distinctive scissor doors and will make its first public debut at the Auto Car Expo (ACE) 2024.
The MG Cyberster is available in one variant, delivering powerful performance with 503 PS (375 kW) and a maximum torque of 725 Nm, thanks to its dual motor all-wheel drive (4WD) system.
Equipped with a 77 kWh battery, it accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.2 seconds and offers a WLTP driving range of 446km.
Charging is efficient with a 7 kW AC fast charger enabling a full charge from 10% to 100% in approximately 10.5 hours.
For rapid charging, it supports 150 kW DC public chargers achieving a 10% to 80% charge in just 38 minutes.
In terms of design, the MG Cyberster features a broad, low-profile silhouette with a retractable soft top.
Its electric frameless scissor doors enhance accessibility and style.
The roadster is fitted with 20-inch Jetstream alloy wheels, striking red calipers, and automatic LED headlamps with daytime running lights (DRL) for improved visibility.
Inside, the Cyberster includes a sports interior package with Leather Sports Seats featuring Alcantara inserts and a Nappa Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel, enhancing both comfort and style.
The infotainment system boasts a 7-inch central touch screen display, a 10.25-inch driver display, and two 7-inch auxiliary screens on either side, complemented by an 8-speaker Bose audio system for an immersive audio experience.
Safety is paramount with the roadster is equipped with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) under the name MG Pilot.
Features such as Front Collision Warning (FCW) and Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) (with Pedestrian and Bicycle Detection), Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Traffic Jam Assistance (TJA), Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Lane Keeping Assistance (LKA), Blind Spot Detection (BSD), Lane Change Assist (LCA), Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) and Intelligent High Beam Assist provide peace of mind on every journey.
The MG Cyberster will be available in four colors which are Dynamic Red, Camden Grey, Inca Yellow, and English White.
The Dynamic Red and Camden Grey options feature black and red interiors, while Inca Yellow and English White come with grey interiors.
All models are enhanced by a sleek black hood.
Visitors to ACE 2024 can experience test drives of the MG HS SUV, MG5 sedan, MG4 EV, and MG ZS EV SUV.
During the event, the MG HS and MG Cyberster will be available for pre-launch bookings.
Auto Car Expo (ACE) 2024 will take place on Oct 26 & 27, 2024 at Setia City Convention Centre.
