MG Cyberster

Overview

The MG Cyberster is an all-electric roadster that MG presents as a new chapter for its sports-car heritage. The company's advanced design director calls it a striking all-electric roadster that should match the excitement of earlier MG sports cars. The styling is low and aerodynamic, with scissor-opening doors and a fully electric hood.

Performance and range

Two versions are shown. The single motor model drives the rear wheels and produces 250 kW, reaching 62 mph in 5.0 seconds with a maximum speed of 121 mph. The dual motor GT adds four-wheel drive and 375 kW, which MG converts to 496 hp, and cuts the sprint to 3.2 seconds with a maximum speed of 125 mph. Both versions use a 77 kWh battery. The Trophy single motor is quoted at 316 miles (507 km) on the WLTP combined cycle, with a city figure of 640 km. The GT is quoted at 276 miles (443 km) combined. Charging from 10 to 80 percent is estimated at 38 minutes on a 150 kW public rapid charger, and MG notes that such chargers may be scarce in some areas.

Cabin and equipment

Both versions share a wraparound three-screen cockpit, a 7 inch touch screen, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and an eight-speaker Bose audio system. Launch control and 19 or 20 inch wheels complete the list. The page gives no price, warranty, app or driver assistance detail, and it carries a note that technical information remains subject to final UK type approval.

Key facts

• Battery: 77 kWh
• Range: 507 km WLTP combined (Trophy), 443 km (GT)
• Charging: 38 minutes for 10 to 80 percent at 150 kW
• Power: 250 kW single motor, 375 kW dual motor
• 0 to 62 mph: 5.0 s and 3.2 s
• Drive: rear-wheel or four-wheel