It’s February 12, 2026, and if you’ve been walking through any major Australian city lately, you might have seen it—a flash of English White or Diamond Red, doors rising like a falcon’s wings, and a silent getaway that leaves petrol-powered supercars looking a bit “last decade.”

The MG Cyberster has officially landed on Aussie soil, and it has brought something the EV market has been missing: Drama.

But here at EV Evolution, we don’t just judge a car by its scissor doors. As your Strategic Co-Pilot, our job is to audit the reality behind the theatre. Is the Cyberster a precision-engineered track weapon, or is it a high-tech “GT” cruiser dressed in a Halloween costume? We’ve spent the week living with the flagship AWD 77kWh variant to see if the $115,000 price tag is a strategic investment or a mid-life crisis on wheels.

1. The “Cyberneck” Reality: Ergonomics vs. Ambition

Let’s start with the “Real Road User” feedback that’s currently trending in our community: Cyberneck.

The Cyberster looks low and mean from the outside, but once those scissor doors settle, you realize you’re sitting higher than you’d expect. Because the 77kWh battery pack is layered into the floor, MG’s engineers had to mount the seats on top of it.

• The Problem: For anyone over six feet tall, the driving position can feel a bit “lofty.” You’re looking at the top of the windscreen frame rather than through it.
• The “Cyberneck” Ailment: Long-term road users have noted that the lack of lower lumbar support and the high seat base can lead to a bit of a neck ache on long trips from Sydney to the Hunter Valley. It’s not a deal-breaker, but it’s a reminder that this is a first-generation electric roadster platform.

2. The Performance: 0-100km/h in a Heartbeat

If you want to justify the $115,000 price point, you just have to find a quiet stretch of dual-carriageway and plant your foot. The dual-motor AWD setup produces a staggering 375kW and 725Nm of torque.

• The Launch: 0-100km/h in 3.2 seconds. That isn’t just “fast for an MG”; that is faster than a Ferrari Roma. It is visceral, silent, and enough to make your passenger reach for the grab handle.
• The Handling: This is where the “True Sports Car” debate starts. At 2,210kg, the Cyberster is a heavy beast. While the Brembo brakes are excellent, you can feel that mass when you dive into a tight corner on a mountain pass. It’s more of a “Grand Tourer”—think Bentley Continental GTC—than a nimble Mazda MX-5.

3. The Scissor Doors: Theatre or Nuisance?

The doors are the Cyberster’s calling card. They are fully electric and operated by buttons on the door, the centre console, or the key fob.

The “Real Road User” Audit:

• The Cool Factor: 10/10. You will never park this car without someone asking for a photo.
• The Practicality: 4/10. They are slow. If it starts pouring rain while you’re getting in, you’re going to get wet. Also, be warned: if you park on a steep Aussie hill, the sensors can sometimes get confused, refusing to open the door more than a few centimetres for “safety.”

The Verdict: Pros & Cons

✅ The Pros

• The “GT” Comfort: When you aren’t trying to be a racing driver, the Cyberster is a brilliant cruiser. The suspension is surprisingly supple on coarse-chip bitumen.
• 10-Year Warranty: MG Australia’s new 10-year / 250,000km warranty is a massive strategic safety net for a car this complex.
• The Tech Stack: The triple-screen “cockpit” is immersive, and the 8-speaker Bose system actually sounds decent even with the roof down at 100km/h.

❌ The Cons

• Infotainment Cranks: The software can be “fiddly.” We experienced a few Apple CarPlay freezes that required a full “reboot” of the car.
• Rear Visibility: With the roof up, the rear window is a letterbox. You’ll be living on the 360-degree cameras.
• Charging Speeds: Capped at 144kW DC. For a flagship performance car, we’d love to see the 800V speeds of the Xpeng G6. A 10-80% charge takes about 38 minutes.

Does the Performance Justify the $115k?

If you compare the Cyberster to a Porsche 718 Boxster ($135k+), the MG wins on raw pace and “gadget factor.” If you compare it to a dedicated EV like the Kia EV6 GT, the MG wins on pure emotion and “look-at-me” presence.

The Cyberster isn’t perfect—it’s heavy, the software is quirky, and “Cyberneck” is a real thing. But it’s the only electric roadster in the world right now that offers this level of supercar performance for under $150k. It is a bold, emotional, and flawed masterpiece.

🚀 Audit Your Cyberster Strategy

Is a $115,000 electric roadster a sound strategic move for your driveway? Or should you be looking at a more “sensible” performance EV? Don’t let the scissor doors blind you to the math.

Explore the EV Evolution Strategy Suite:

1. EV Vibe Check: Will the Cyberster’s low ground clearance and wide doors work in your specific inner-city garage?
2. EV Tax Saving Estimator: See how much you can save via the FBT exemption. On a $115k car, the tax savings can be upwards of $11,000 a year.
3. Talk to the Co-Pilot: Our AI EV Agent has the latest Feb 2026 local specs and real-world range data.

ASK THE AI AGENT

• “What is the real-world range of the MG Cyberster on a Sydney to Bowral run with the roof down?”
• “How does the MG 10-year warranty handle the electric roof and scissor door components?”
• “Compare the lease cost of an MG Cyberster vs. a Tesla Model 3 Performance for a $150k salary.”

Ask your question below. Our Strategic Co-Pilot is ready to help you decide if you’re ready to wing it.

About EV Evolution

EV Evolution is Australia’s authoritative strategic platform for electric vehicle market, dedicated to providing a high-fidelity knowledge base for the next generation of drivers. In a year defined by the Federal statutory review of FBT exemptions and the rapid arrival of record-breaking affordable models, we serve as your professional co-pilot to ensure every automotive decision is data-driven and future-proof. Our EV Strategy Suite—including the EV Tax Savings Estimator, Vibe Check Tool, and 24/7 AI Strategy Agent—empowers young professionals and families to navigate complex technical and regulatory shifts with total transparency. At EV Evolution, we don’t just track the market, we provide the strategic roadmap for your transition to the new electric standard