BMW I3 vs MG Cyberster
What's the difference?

BMW I3

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2020 price

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MG Cyberster

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2024 price

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Summary

2020 BMW I3

2024 MG Cyberster

By James Cleary

By Chris Thompson

Safety Rating

Electric motor type

Permanent Magnet

Electric motor type

Permanent Magnet

Vehicle type

Battery Electric

Vehicle type

Battery Electric

Electric range

270 km

Electric range

443 km

Energy consumption

14.6 kWh/100km

19.1 kWh/100km

Battery capacity

42.00 kWh

77.00 kWh

Seating

Likes

Design
Dynamics
Tech

Brutally fast
Nice proportions and design
Well-tuned drive modes

Dislikes

Pricey
Tight rear room
Short warranty

Suspension over unven roads
Cabin ergonomics
Doors are a bit embarrassing

2020 BMW I3 Summary

It’s easy to forget BMW was paddling into the growing electric vehicle wave when it was only a gentle swell. It took off early with the i3 city car, which believe it or not has been in the Aussie new car market for six years.

While the German maker has long been developing the concept of electrified powertrains in existing models, the i3 was the result of a dramatically different approach, showcasing the use of exotic materials and innovative packaging.

Like its i8 supercar sibling, the i3 won’t be replaced with a new-generation version, but BMW says it will continue to develop this high-tech hatch before it departs, and we spent a week in the sporty i3s to see how it stands up in 2020.

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2024 MG Cyberster Summary

Remember when MG’s first convertible sports car came out? I don’t, I’m 30. But I remember when the most recent one came out.

It’s got a weird name and it’s very hard to avoid drawing attention to yourself when you get out of it at the shops… but should you buy one?

I’ve been getting about in the new MG Cyberster to answer exactly that question.

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Deep dive comparison

2020 BMW I3 2024 MG Cyberster

Verdict

Yes, it’s pricey for a small hatch, but this little BMW is a city car like no other. The i3s is tailor made for the urban environment, and six years on retains the quirkiness and charisma that stood it apart at launch, and it can still hold its head high among the current EV crop.

Verdict

The Cyberster is certainly an impressive thing in a lot of ways, but if you were expecting a perfect sports car from MG, you'll be a bit disappointed.

It's quite expensive if you're looking for a nice EV, but on the flip side it's quite cheap if being fast is your main concern.

If anything, the Cyberster is an exciting look at what the brand is capable of, even if it's a bit rough around the edges.

BMW I3 vs MG Cyberster What's the difference?

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BMW I3 vs MG Cyberster
What's the difference?