The All-Electric MG Cyberster Roadster: The Complete Guide For The UK

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Overview

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MG Motor UK Limited (MG Motor), is a UK headquartered British automotive manufacturer, now owned by the Chinese automotive company, SAIC Motor (December 2007). SAIC is owned by the Chinese government and headquartered in Shanghai. MG was owned by MG Rover up to 2005, before the collapse of the company. The history of the company can be traced back to 1924 to its founding in Oxford (UK). MG cars are no longer manufactured at the historic Longbridge plant in the UK. Instead, production takes place in China and other international markets. MG continues to grow in strength, and in 2023 sold over 840,000 vehicles globally.

The automotive company currently has the following battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) on sale:

• MG ZS EV
• MG4 EV
• MG5 EV
• MG Cyberster
• MG HS Plug-In Hybrid

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The All-Electric MG Cyberster Roadster

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Those seeking the best of performance and environment in a car, an all-electric roadster is worth considering. A roadster battery-electric vehicle (BEV) is able to deliver, both, instant torque and zero-tail pipe emissions. The pure electric MG Cyberster Roadster is one such example. Do keep in mind that an internal combustion engine (ICE) petrol or diesel vehicle cannot deliver instant torque, nor zero-tailpipe emissions.

The high-performance two-seat Cyberster sports electric car can achieve 0-62 mph in 5.0 seconds for the single-motor (RWD) variant (maximum power: 340 PS/ Torque: 475 Nm). If you are seeking even more performance, the dual-motor (AWD) variant can achieve 0-62 mph in a whopping 3.2 seconds (maximum power: 503 PS/ Torque: 725 Nm). By way of comparison the all-electric Lotus Emeya saloon can achieve 0-62 mph in 2.78 seconds.

The MG Cyberster concept car was unveiled in March 2021. The 2-door coupé has been inspired by the MGB Roadster, also a two-door sports car manufactured between 1962 and 1980. According to MG, “Our intention was to create a completely new roadster ready for a new generation of sportscar drivers and which opens a bold and compelling new chapter for MG.” The new chapter has been warmly welcomed by critics and consumers.

Though a ‘roadster’ has become more varied in appearance and style over the years, in general, it is a sportier two-seater vehicle, usually without weather protection. More recently, convertibles have also been referred to as a roadster. A pre-production Cyberster was revealed in April 2023 and also made an appearance at the 2023 Goodwood Festival of Speed.

The Cyberster roadster is available in one EV battery size: 77 kWh (usable: 74.4 kWh). We believe an appropriate battery capacity, achieving a good balance between electric range, performance and the weight of the onboard lithium-ion battery. MG claims a range up to 316 miles (WLTP) for the single-motor RWD variant, while the higher-performance dual-motor AWD variant has a claimed 276 miles (WLTP) range. Even adjusting for real-world driving conditions, the BEV offers more than adequate real-world practical e-range. For the entry-level single-motor variant, expect a real-world range up to 270 miles and for the all-wheel drive (AWD) variant, 235 miles will be realistic.

For those new to electric cars, a number of factors can impact the range of an electric car. Some of these factors include: driving profile, speed, payload, road conditions, weather, temperature, tyre size, regenerative braking profile and more. Though WLTP is a more accurate methodology for assessing range, compared to the older NEDC testing profile, do expect some deviation between the WLTP published electric range and the real-world electric range. Having said that, it is not always the case there is a deviation!

It is disappointing, in that, the Cyberster EV incorporates DC rapid charging capability up to only 144 kW DC. Given the price tag, and the general DC charging capability of other premium priced BEVs, a higher DC charging capability would have been more appropriate. In any case, the all-electric MG Cyberster can achieve 10%-80%: 38 mins via a 150 kW DC rapid charger.

For home charging, the EV has a single-phase (7 kW) AC onboard charger. Given most homes in the UK are powered by single-phase power supply, this is appropriate. The electric car can be charged 0%-100% in 10 hours 30 minutes using a smart EV charger like myenergi zappi. We encourage a topping up approach to charging an electric car, this way, there is always electric miles available, and a topping up approach is better for the long-term health of the EV battery.

We also encourage the use of a solar compatible smart EV charger, along with an on-site PV system and energy storage system. It is the best way to further lower the costs of driving an electric car, and further reducing the vehicles life-cycle emissions footprint. At e-zoomed we offer very attractive home solar & home battery storage bundle offers of varying sizes and budgets. Of course, solar and battery storage and also power your home and further reduce the household energy bills!

The manufacturer offers a decent level of equipment, features and technology, as standard. Some of these include: fully electric fabric hood, electric scissor doors, wraparound 3-screen cockpit (10.25″ driver display & 2 x 7″ auxiliary screens), 7″ central colour touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, vehicle-to-load (V2L), blind spot detection, rear cross traffic alert, lane change assist, intelligent speed assist, lane keep assist, pedestrian warning and more.

In terms of practicality, well, it is a roadster! One is not buying this high performance BEV for practicality. The EV has a 249 L boot, just enough space for items for a weekend getaway! As expected there is no frunk. The EV is 4.53m long, with a 1.32m height. In comparison, the Lotus Emeya is 5.13m long with a 1.45m height. The entry-level rear-wheel drive (RWD) MG Cyberster is priced at £54,995, while the all-wheel drive (AWD) variant is priced at £59,995. As for exterior styling, no doubt that the electric car is attractive. Don’t forget the electric operated scissor doors when you want to make a statement!

Company-car drivers can take advantage of the lower Benefit-in-Kind (BiK-2%) tax charge for pure electric cars. Bottom-line, electric driving is good for the environment and the wallet. You can lease electric vehicles (EVs) via e-zoomed at very competitive prices!

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PROS	CONS
High performance, sporty and practical electric range	DC charging limited to 144 kW DC
Good level of equipment/ technology, to include V2L as standard	Warranty not as compelling as some competitors
Relatively affordable pricing	Scissor doors may not always be practical

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The All-Electric MG Cyberster Roadster (credit: MG)

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At A Glance
EV Type:	Battery-Electric Vehicle (BEV)
Body Type:	Roadster
Plug-In Car Grant (PiCG):	Not Available
Engine:	Electric
Available In UK:	Yes

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£ Variants (2 Options)
MG CYBERSTER Trophy (Single) (from £54,995)
MG CYBERSTER GT (Dual) (from £59,995)

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EV Battery & Emissions
EV Battery Type:	Lithium-ion
EV Battery Capacity:	Available in one battery size: 77 kWh
Charging:	144 kW DC Rapid Charging (10%-80%: 38 mins). Onboard charger: 7 kW AC (0%-100%: 10 hrs 30 mins)
Charge Port:	Type 2
EV Cable Type:	Type 2
Tailpipe Emissions:	0g (CO2/km)
EV Battery Warranty:	7 years or 100,000 miles

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Average Cost Of Residential Charging
Battery net capacity : 16.7 kWh	£2.40
Battery net capacity : 30.0 kWh	£4.32
Battery net capacity : 39.2 kWh	£5.64
Battery net capacity : 45.0 kWh	£6.48
Battery net capacity : 50.0 kWh	£7.20
Battery net capacity : 64.0 kWh	£9.22
Battery net capacity : 71.0 kWh	£10.22
Battery net capacity : 77.0 kWh	£11.09
Battery net capacity : 90.0 kWh	£12.96
Battery net capacity : 100.0 kWh	£14.40

• Note 1: The average cost of residential electricity in the UK varies depending on the region, supplier and type of energy used. An average for the UK is 14.40 p/kWh.
• Note 2: Not all EV manufactures make available the data on net EV battery capacity, and in a number of instances the EV battery capacity advertised, does not state if it is gross or net capacity. In general, usable EV battery capacity is between 85% to 95% of the gross available capacity.

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Charging Times (Overview)
Slow charging AC (3 kW – 3.6 kW):	6 – 12 hours (dependent on size of EV battery & SOC)
Fast charging AC (7 kW – 22 kW):	3 – 8 hours (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC)
Rapid charging AC (43 kW):	0-80%: 20 mins to 60 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC)
Rapid charging DC (50 kW+):	0-80%: 20 mins to 60 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC)
Ultra rapid charging DC (150 kW+):	0-80% : 20 mins to 40 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC)
Tesla Supercharger (120 kW – 250 kW):	0-80%: up to 25 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC)

• Note 1: SoC: state of charge

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Dimensions
Height (mm):	1329
Width (mm):	1913
Length (mm):	4535
Wheelbase (mm):	2690
Turning Circle (m):	N/A
Boot Space (L):	249
Frunk (L):	N/A

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MG CYBERSTER SINGLE MOTOR
EV Battery Capacity:	77 kWh (usable: 74.4 kWh)
Pure Electric Range (WLTP):	316 miles
Electric Energy Consumption (kWh/100km):	N/A
Charging:	144 kW Rapid Charging (10%-80%: 38 mins). Onboard charger: 7 kW AC (0%-100%: 10 hrs 30 mins)
Top Speed:	121 mph
0-60 mph:	5.0 seconds
Drive:	Rear-wheel drive (RWD)
Electric Motor (kW):	250
Maximum Power (PS):	340
Torque (Nm):	475
Transmission:	Automatic
Seats:	2
Doors:	2
Gross Weight (kg):	2,110
Towing Capacity (Braked/Unbraked)/ (kg):	N/A
Colours:	5
NCAP Safety Rating:	N/A

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MG CYBERSTER DUAL MOTOR
EV Battery Capacity:	77 kWh (usable: 74.4 kWh)
Pure Electric Range (WLTP):	276 miles
Electric Energy Consumption (kWh/100km):	N/A
Charging:	144 kW Rapid Charging (10%-80%: 38 mins). Onboard charger: 7 kW AC (0%-100%: 10 hrs 30 mins)
Top Speed:	125 mph
0-60 mph:	3.2 seconds
Drive:	All-wheel drive (AWD)
Electric Motor (kW):	375
Maximum Power (PS):	503
Torque (Nm):	725
Transmission:	Automatic
Seats:	2
Doors:	2
Gross Weight (kg):	2,210
Towing Capacity (Braked/Unbraked)/ (kg):	N/A
Colours:	5
NCAP Safety Rating:	N/A

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