MG Cyberster marks the return of the first two-seater convertible from the now Chinese-owned brand in almost three decades. Additionally, it stands out as one of the very few all-electric two-door convertibles, whether new or used, available on the planet.
Today, following its launch in China, MG announced pricing in the UK. While it’s in line with predictions, it still represents a big bill to swallow when compared to the competition.
The pricing starts at £54,995 (about $68,800) for the Cyberster Trophy, a rear-wheel-drive version boasting 335 hp (250 kW) and 350 lb-ft (475 Nm) of torque. It accelerates from 0-62 mph (100 km/h) in 5.0 seconds and provides up to 316 miles (WLTP) of range on a single charge.
MG Cyberster
For comparison, a similar amount of cash (more or less) can get you into the base Porsche 718 Boxster (£53,800), offering 296 hp (300 PS) and reaching 62 mph in 5.1 seconds, or the latest 340 hp BMW Z4 M40i (£57,350) roadster that does the same sprint in 4.5 seconds.
Moving up the range, the Cyberster GT adds a second motor, AWD, and results in a total of 502 hp (375 kW) and 535 lb-ft (725 Nm) of torque. Range dips to 276 miles but this little sports car can blitz the 0-62 mph test in just 3.2 seconds. Priced at £59,995 ($75,000), which is £5,000 more than the base model, it appears to offer a better deal on paper.
Source: Carscoops
