The MG Cyberster: A 2026 Expert Review of the Electric Roadster
MG has firmly planted its flag in the American automotive landscape, transitioning from a manufacturer of affordable, reliable vehicles to a purveyor of advanced, stylish electric mobility. Building upon the success of its M9 people mover, MG entered the premium sports car segment in early 2025 by unveiling the MG Cyberster, a captivating electric roadster poised to disrupt the status quo. This introduction, exclusively available through MG’s Select range of premium showrooms, signals a bold move into a market traditionally dominated by luxury heritage brands.
The Cyberster represents MG’s boldest foray into performance, combining head-turning design with the cutting-edge technology of electric propulsion. It aims to offer the thrill and excitement of cars that cost twice as much, challenging assumptions about what an accessible electric roadster can deliver. As an industry veteran with a decade of experience evaluating automotive innovation, I spent considerable time behind the wheel of the MG Cyberster to assess whether it delivers on its ambitious promise.
Exterior Design and Build Quality
Upon initial inspection, the MG Cyberster exudes an undeniable presence. In the time I spent driving the vehicle, it attracted significant attention, with several individuals approaching me to inquire about the vehicle and its specifications. This reaction is unsurprising; the Cyberster commands attention in a way few cars do, particularly considering its pricing.
The Cyberster’s design features several elements that set it apart, most notably the electrically operated scissor doors. Activating these doors in public invariably draws a crowd. Both doors operate smoothly at the touch of a button and are equipped with sensors to prevent any operational accidents. However, the Cyberster’s appeal extends well beyond its attention-grabbing doors.
The front of the Cyberster presents a clean and elegant aesthetic. Narrow LED headlights are complemented by petal-shaped LED daytime running lights. Combined with the wide grille, this design creates a distinctive ‘smiling face’ that enhances the vehicle’s character. Strong creases on the bonnet give the front end a prolonged appearance, adding to the car’s aggressive stance.
From the side profile, the Cyberster sits low and wide, embodying the classic proportions of a roadster. The roofline flows elegantly into the rear, and the 20-inch wheels fill the wheel arches perfectly, creating a harmonious and well-proportioned look.
The rear design cohesively ties the overall aesthetic together. A full-width LED light bar runs across the tail, adding a sense of width without appearing excessive. It also features arrow-shaped LED taillights that are quite striking, although in my opinion, the design would have been cleaner without them.
Overall build quality is impressive. There are no noticeable panel gaps, and the doors feel substantial and robust. Both the bonnet and boot lid feel solid and well-damped.
The vehicle features an electrically operated soft-top roof that folds neatly into the body. It opens and closes in approximately 10 seconds and operates smoothly and quietly. The roof can also be operated at speeds of up to 50 km/h.
MG offers the Cyberster in four exterior color options:
Flare Red with black roof
Nuclear Yellow with black roof
Modern Beige with red roof
Andes Grey with black roof
While all color options are unique and elegant, the Nuclear Yellow and Flare Red grab the most attention, perfectly reflecting the car’s bold personality.
Interior Design and Build Quality
If the exterior looks sporty, the cabin takes that feeling even further. It wraps around the driver like a cockpit, with everything angled toward the driver. It is clear that MG has focused heavily on delivering a driver-centric experience, and from a design perspective, there is little to complain about.
You sit low in the Cyberster, with the dashboard sitting high. The triple-screen layout curves inward to keep all key information within easy view. In most situations, the screens are crisp and easy to read; however, when the roof is down and there is strong sunshine, the brightness feels lacking, and all information becomes difficult to read.
It features a flat-bottom steering wheel with a dual-tone suede leather finish. The steering wheel includes a red circular ‘Super Sport’ button that provides access to MG’s launch control, making it easier to launch the car without navigating through menus.
Like the dashboard, the rest of the cabin feels rich, with a mix of leather, suede, and soft-touch plastics. While most functions are accessed through screens, there are also a few physical toggles and switches for essentials like drive modes and regenerative braking levels, all of which have a nice tactile feel.
Seats
In typical roadster fashion, the Cyberster has only two seats. These are snug, supportive sport seats that suit the car’s performance-focused nature. I stand about six feet tall and found the driving position spot on, with enough legroom and just about adequate headroom even with the roof up.
However, my colleague, who stands over 6.5 feet tall, found it difficult to get comfortable. His knees were grazing against the steering column, and his head brushed against the roof. This is not uncommon for compact sportscars, as models like the Porsche Cayman/Boxster also feel cramped for exceptionally tall users.
The cushioning is firm but not uncomfortable, and will be good over longer drives. The seats offer a good list of features, including powered adjustment, ventilation, heating, and memory functions with a welcome retract feature. Visibility is fairly good for a low-slung car, though the thick pillars at the back limit rearward visibility.
What’s odd is the manually adjustable inside rearview mirror, which feels out of place in an otherwise premium cabin. As you might imagine, it also does not provide a complete view of the rear, which means you will rely heavily on the camera system when parking or reversing. Getting in and out is easier than expected, but it still requires a bit of a duck and slide as is typical for roadsters.
Storage and Practicality
This is not a car built for utility, and it does not pretend to be. Cabin storage is minimal and limited to the essentials. There is a small glovebox that opens via a button, a cubby hole on the central tunnel, a pair of cupholders, and a bit of space under the armrest.
Given the way the scissor doors open, the only storage area is a small pocket with a closable lid that can store only sundry items like a wallet or power bank.
Charging Options
While it skimps on practicality, the charging options it gets are more than adequate. It is equipped with a wireless charging pad placed conveniently in the central console that holds the phone securely even during spirited driving. In addition, there are both USB Type-A and Type-C ports available for both occupants, allowing for both wired phone charging and media connectivity.
MG Cyberster Charging Ports
Features
The MG Cyberster features a driver-focused triple-screen setup inside the cabin. This setup includes a 10.25-inch screen in the middle, with two 7-inch screens on either side. While the layout looks modern, the side screens are hidden by the steering wheel, which makes it tough to see some info while driving.
MG Cyberster Screens
The leftmost of the three screens is a 7-inch infotainment system that has a sharp display and works with wired Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, which ran without any hiccups during my testing. But one major issue that I faced was that the user interface (UI) is not particularly intuitive. Often, I had to search through different menus to find basic settings, and it took some time to get used to it.
Unlike the other two screens in the MG Cyberster, the third screen feels far more purposeful. Tucked to the side, it displays genuinely useful information such as weather updates, charging status, range, and even time-related details such as the current time, how long the car has been charging, and how much time is left for a full charge. The interface is clean and easy to read, with a layout that actually makes sense at a glance.
MG Cyberster Screens
A separate touchscreen sits below the infotainment system to control the climate inside the car. This layout keeps the dashboard tidy and minimalistic, but I found it tricky to use. Simple tasks like adjusting the temperature or fan speed proved challenging while driving. Physical buttons would have made these operations easier.
Mated to the touchscreen is an 8-speaker Bose sound system that left a strong impression on me. It produces clear, well-balanced audio with crisp vocals and solid bass.
Safety
The MG Cyberster is yet to be crash-tested by global organizations or Bharat NCAP, so its real-world crash performance remains unknown.
It is equipped with essential safety features including four airbags, a 360-degree camera, electronic stability control (ESC), a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), and front and rear parking sensors. It also gets a Level 2 advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) suite with amenities such as adaptive cruise control and collision mitigation assist.
Boot Space
The MG Cyberster gets around 250 liters of boot space, and the usable space stays the same whether the roof is up or down. In terms of practicality, it can fit in a couple of cabin-sized trolleys and some rucksacks, which will be enough for short road trips and scenic drives.
MG Cyberster Boot Space
Performance
The MG Cyberster is available with a single battery pack option, which is mated with a dual electric motor setup. Here are the details:
Battery Pack: 77 kWh
No. Of Electric Motors: 2 (one on each axle)
Drivetrain: All-wheel-drive (AWD)
Power: 510 PS
Torque: 7
