MG Cyberster First Drive Review: The everyday weekend sportscar

The MG Cyberster has officially landed in India, and it’s easily the boldest EV we’ve seen from the brand yet. Following the Windsor Pro and M9, the Cyberster is MG’s third electric launch this year, but it’s in a league of its own. It’s not built for practicality. MG has built it to turn heads and maybe raise a few heart rates.

Unlike all other electric cars from MG’s existing portfolio, it’s a full-blown, all-electric roadster with 530 bhp on tap and a 0–100 km/h sprint time of just 3.2 seconds. It’s also the most theatrical MG you’ll see on Indian roads, featuring bright red or yellow paint, scissor doors, and a silhouette typically seen in a concept car.

But is it all style, or is there substance under that swoopy, convertible skin?

To find out, MG invited us to the Buddh International Circuit, yes, India’s only F1 track, to put the Cyberster through its paces. We got a few laps around the circuit, plus some time on a dedicated slalom course designed to show off the car’s handling dynamics.

So, what does ₹75 lakh (ex-showroom) actually get you? And more importantly, does the Cyberster drive like a real sports car, or just look like one? Let’s find out.

MG Cyberster Review (After First Drive): Design And Build

Let’s get this out of the way, the MG Cyberster looks brilliant. It’s a proper two-seat electric roadster with a long bonnet, a low-slung stance, and scissor doors that swing upward like they belong on something twice the price. Park it next to a BMW Z4, Mazda MX-5, or even a Lotus Elise, and the Cyberster more than holds its own. Visually, this car punches way above its weight.

The proportions are tight and well thought out. The convertible roof adds drama, but it’s the little things, like the clean, minimalist headlamp design, the sharply cut front splitter, and the side air intakes, that pull the look together. MG has gone full aero up front, with active vents designed to cool the tires and aid downforce. There’s no frunk here. Under the hood is packed with hardware, but you do get a rear trunk, which is a practical win for a sports car.

This Is MG at Its Boldest

The side profile is where the Cyberster flexes its most elegant curves. Top down, doors up, the silhouette is pure poster material. The 20-inch alloy wheels wrapped in Pirelli P Zero tires look aggressive without being cartoonish, and the red Brembo brake calipers are a proper enthusiast touch, not just a paint job.

Around back, it’s mostly good news. The roofline flows beautifully into the tail, and the rear diffuser adds just the right amount of aggression. That said, I’m not sold on the arrow-shaped tail lamps. They’re stylized and attention-grabbing, sure, but they feel more concept car than production-ready. It’s a rare misstep in a design that otherwise nails nearly every angle.

This is easily MG’s most striking car yet, and frankly, one of the best-looking EVs on Indian roads right now. If style is your top priority, the Cyberster absolutely delivers.

MG Cyberster Review (After First Drive): Performance AND Battery

Underneath its head-turning design, the MG Cyberster is packing serious EV firepower. A 77 kWh battery feeds dual electric motors that push 530 bhp and 725 Nm of torque to all four wheels. On paper, that’s enough to launch this drop-top EV from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.2 seconds, numbers that put it squarely in performance territory, even against more established premium names.

And in the real world? The Cyberster mostly lives up to the numbers.

I got a chance to take it out for a few laps around the Buddh International Circuit, India’s only Formula 1 track, and walked away surprised by how composed it felt at high speed. Through corners, it gave me enough confidence to lean in, brake late, and even test the balance under throttle. It’s no featherweight, and you do feel that weight shifting in sharper turns, but the all-wheel drive system does a good job of keeping things in check. There’s a hint of understeer when you really push it, a reminder that this is still a GT-style electric roadster, not a track weapon like a Cayman GT4 or Alpine A110.

Fast, Fun, and Just a Bit Heavy

That said, the Cyberster isn’t trying to be your next lap-time machine. For me, this is a weekend car, one that’s perfect for a Sunday blast down Marine Drive or a cruise through Central Delhi. It’s got the looks, the noise-free drama of instant torque, and the drop-top experience that makes even a slow drive feel special. And yes, it’s quick enough to shut down the “kitna deti hai” crowd with a single hard launch.

MG claims a range of 580 km (ARAI) on a full charge. In the real world, expect closer to 500 km, depending on how often you bury the throttle or drive with the top down and climate control blasting. That’s still solid for an EV in this performance bracket.

Ultimately, the MG Cyberster is less about shaving milliseconds and more about feeling fast and looking good while doing it. It’s quick, confident, and feels purpose-built for Indian buyers who want electric performance with a sense of occasion — even if it comes with a little extra weight.

MG Cyberster Hands-on Review: Comfort & Features

Step inside the MG Cyberster, and it’s immediately clear this isn’t your average EV interior. From the scissor doors to the triple-screen digital cockpit, MG has gone all out to make the cabin feel futuristic, sporty, and surprisingly premium, even if some choices raise eyebrows.

This is a two-seat convertible, and yet MG has managed to pack in an impressive set of creature comforts. Electric and ventilated seats come standard. There’s a 240-litre rear boot, which is respectable for a roadster, plus usable door storage, cupholders, and a decent-sized glovebox. Storage space may not be road-trip-worthy, but it’s more than enough for weekend getaways or city cruising.

The driver-focused digital cockpit is where things get interesting and a bit divisive. You get three separate screens angled toward the driver. The center one acts as your instrument cluster, showing speed, power, range, and regen levels. The right screen handles EV data like vehicle-to-load, battery stats, and climate info. The left screen covers navigation, media, and calls, but it’s partially blocked by the steering wheel, an ergonomic hiccup that shouldn’t exist in a car of this price.

Bold Tech, Smart Touches, and One Big Surprise

Even more surprising? There’s no traditional infotainment display. Instead, MG has fitted a small smartphone-sized screen in the center console to access car settings and passenger media controls. While minimalist in theory, the interface isn’t intuitive for passengers, thanks to a raised panel that cuts across the cabin and limits access. It’s a bold design decision, but one that may frustrate those expecting Tesla-like usability.

On the tech front, MG hasn’t held back. You get vehicle-to-load and vehicle-to-vehicle charging, meaning you can power a laptop, a campsite, or even give juice to another EV from your Cyberster. Paddle shifters behind the steering wheel adjust the level of regenerative braking, while the steering itself is decked out with toggles for cruise control, voice assistant, drive modes, and multimedia. It looks good, finished in black and red, but feels slightly oversized in relation to the cabin.

The overall fit and finish is solid. The cabin feels premium, with very few hard plastics in sight. Stitching is neat, materials feel high-end, and the layout, while unconventional, does give off a cockpit-like vibe that suits the Cyberster’s futuristic personality.

So while it may skip some conventions and not all its tech is perfectly executed, the MG Cyberster’s interior gets the fundamentals right. It’s comfortable, well-equipped, and full of surprises, both good and quirky.

Verdict: MG’s Boldest Move Yet, and It Mostly Pays Off

If you’re buying the MG Cyberster purely for how it looks, honestly, that’s reason enough. At ₹75 lakh (introductory, ex-showroom), this is arguably the most head-turning EV you can buy in India today. Scissor doors, convertible top, and a low-slung, red-carpet-ready design, this kind of drama usually comes at twice the price. The Cyberster is unapologetically about making a statement, and in that, it absolutely delivers.

But there’s more to the story. Underneath the theatrics, you’re getting a capable dual-motor EV with solid straight-line performance, all-wheel drive, a premium cabin loaded with features, and enough range to make it practical or at least as practical as a two-seat sports car can get. MG hasn’t skimped on comfort or tech, and for the most part, it all works well enough to feel worth the asking price.

As a sports car, it’s pretty good. The weight of the battery does take a toll on agility, and that becomes evident when you’re really pushing it through corners. But unless you’re planning to take it to the track every weekend, that’s a trade-off many buyers will happily make.

What’s also striking is what the Cyberster signals for MG in India. In a market dominated by electric SUVs, MG has taken the path no one else dared by launching a convertible EV sports car instead. Since 2022, the company has aggressively expanded its EV lineup, and not a single one has been an SUV. It’s a risky, unorthodox move and yet MG is now one of India’s best-selling EV brands.

First reviewed in August 2025.

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