Verdict
These are radically different propositions. At RM299,900, the MG Cyberster costs RM85,072 less, has a 338 hp, 475 Nm rear motor and reaches 100 km/h in 5.0 seconds; its annual road tax is also RM395. The RM384,972 Volkswagen Touareg is the practical choice, with five seats, an 810-litre boot and all-wheel drive, but its 3.0-litre V6 brings RM1,632 annual road tax. Choose the Cyberster for open-top electric performance and a 508 km claimed range; choose the Touareg if passengers and luggage come first.
Pick the MG Cyberster if you want a two-seat electric convertible with 508 km range, 144 kW DC charging and a quicker 5.0-second 0-100 km/h time.
Pick the Volkswagen Touareg if you need five seats, an 810-litre boot, all-wheel drive and a 250 km/h top speed.
Key differences
- Price: MG Cyberster RM299,900; Volkswagen Touareg RM384,972.
- 0-100 km/h: MG Cyberster 5.0 seconds; Volkswagen Touareg 6.0 seconds.
- Seats and boot space: MG Cyberster 2 seats and 249 litres; Volkswagen Touareg 5 seats and 810 litres.
- Driveline: MG Cyberster rear-wheel drive; Volkswagen Touareg all-wheel drive.
- Top speed: MG Cyberster 195 km/h; Volkswagen Touareg 250 km/h.
- Annual road tax: MG Cyberster RM395; Volkswagen Touareg RM1,632.
Cyberster
- RM85,072 cheaper to buy.
- 338 hp and 475 Nm electric motor; 0-100 km/h in 5.0 seconds.
- 508 km EV range, 144 kW DC charging and 2.5 kW V2L.
- Only two seats and a 249-litre boot versus five seats and 810 litres.
- Rear-wheel drive instead of all-wheel drive.
- 195 km/h top speed versus 250 km/h.
Touareg
- Five seats, 810-litre boot and 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats.
- All-wheel drive and air suspension.
- Six airbags, night vision and HD Matrix LED headlamps.
- Costs RM85,072 more and annual road tax is RM1,237 higher.
- 6.0-second 0-100 km/h time is one second behind the Cyberster.
- No electric range, DC charging or V2L capability.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM299,900✓ | RM384,972 |
| Body type | Convertible | SUV |
| Segment | Sports Car | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM395✓ | RM1,632 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 24-valve DOHC with Twin-scroll Turbocharger, Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift |
| Capacity | — | 2,995 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 335 hp at 5,300 rpm |
| Torque | — | 450 Nm at 1,340 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | V 6 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 84.5 mm × 89 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.8 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 338 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 475 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 77 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 508 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 144 kW | — |
| V2L | 2.5 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5 seconds✓ | 6 seconds |
| Top Speed | 195 km/h | 250 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,535 mm | 4,878 mm |
| Width | 1,913 mm | 1,984 mm |
| Height | 1,329 mm | 1,702 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,690 mm | 2,984 mm |
| Weight | 1,885 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | — | 90 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 5 |
| Seats | 2 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 249 litres | 810 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R19 | 285/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/40R19 | 285/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero Elect | Bridgestone Alenza 001 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 20" Braga Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 20" Braga Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Air Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 4 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Electronic for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 2 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | — | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Night Vision | — | Yes |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | HD Matrix LED Headlights |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED with Sequential Indicators |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats | 12-Way Power-Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | — | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 2 USB Front | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Manual rear window blinds |
| Audio | 7" Dual Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Eight Speaker Bose Sound System | 15" Innovision Cockpit with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Dynaudio Consequence Sound System (730-Watts) |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Auto Up & Down | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | Powered Scissor Doors | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8 Years/Unlimited Mileage Warranty on Powertrain, 8-year/150,000 km Battery Warranty | — |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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Cyberster vs Touareg FAQ
Is the MG Cyberster or Volkswagen Touareg better?
The Cyberster is better for electric open-top driving, with 508 km range and a 5.0-second sprint. The Touareg is better for family use, carrying five people and 810 litres of luggage with all-wheel drive.
What is the price difference?
The Volkswagen Touareg costs RM384,972 and the MG Cyberster costs RM299,900, so the Touareg is RM85,072 more expensive.
Which is quicker, the MG Cyberster or Volkswagen Touareg?
The MG Cyberster is quicker from 0-100 km/h, taking 5.0 seconds against the Volkswagen Touareg's 6.0 seconds. The Touareg has the higher top speed: 250 km/h versus 195 km/h.
