MG Cyberster vs BMW Z4: Electric future or Petrol power - specs compared

MG Motor India

recently launched the

MG Cyberster

electric roadster in the Indian market priced at an introductory Rs 74.99 lakh for new bookings, while customers who had pre-reserved the roadster can avail it at a special price of Rs 72.49 lakh (both prices, ex-showroom). Interested customers can book by paying a token amount of Rs 51,000. Bookings can be made through 13 MG Select dealerships located in major cities like Mumbai, Delhi, and Bengaluru, or via the company’s official website.

The MG Cyberster is India’s first

electric roadster

and currently has no direct rivals in the Indian market. However, in terms of size and proportions, it can be compared to the

BMW Z4

. In this article, let’s compare both models in terms of pricing, dimensions, power figures, features and more. MG Cyberster vs BMW Z4: Variants and pricing

The MG Cyberster is available in a single fully-loaded variant and has an introductory price of Rs 74.99 lakh for fresh bookings. However, for those who had pre-reserved the car previously, it’s available at Rs 72.49 lakh (both prices, ex-showroom).

The BMW Z4 is offered in three variants - M40i priced at Rs 92.9 lakh, M40i Pure impulse AT priced at Rs 96.9 lakh and M40i Pure impulse MT priced at Rs 97.9 lakh (all prices, ex-showroom). The MG Cyberster undercuts the BMW Z4 by a significant margin. Even at its standard price of Rs 74.99 lakh, it’s at least Rs 17.9 lakh more affordable than the entry-level BMW Z4 M40i priced at Rs 92.9 lakh. Both cars are bought in India via the CBU route. MG Cyberster vs BMW Z4: DimensionsDimension-wise, the Cyberster measures 4,533 mm in length, 1,912 mm in width, and 1,328 mm in height, with a 2,689 mm wheelbase. It gets 20-inch wheels. The Z4 measures 4324 mm in length, 1864 mm in width 1304 mm in height and has a wheelbase of 2470 mm. It gets 19-inch wheels. The MG Cyberster is 209 mm longer, 48 mm wider, and 24 mm taller than the BMW Z4. It also has a 219 mm longer wheelbase, which should translate to better cabin space. Additionally, the Cyberster gets larger 20-inch wheels compared to the Z4’s 19-inch wheels.

MG Cyberster vs BMW Z4: FeaturesThe MG Cyberster gets three screens, including a vertically stacked infotainment system angled towards the driver. Features include wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, in-built 5G, connected car tech, wireless charging, dual-zone climate control, ventilated seats, and a premium Bose audio system. It will also offer Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155 chip, regenerative braking, multiple airbags, Level-2 ADAS, and more.

The BMW Z4 gets a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system with iDrive 7.0 OS, digital driver’s display, GPS with 3D maps, touch controller, ambient lighting, powered driver and passenger seat with memory function, dual claimed zone AC, connected car tech, 4 airbags, dynamic traction control, dynamic stability control, cornering brake control and more. The fabric-roof top of both cars can open or close in 10 seconds at the touch of a button.

MG Cyberster vs BMW Z4: PowertrainThe MG Cyberster is an all-electric car and is powered by a 77kWh battery pack measuring just 110mm in thickness. It comes paired with dual oil-cooled electric motors - one on each axle producing a combined 510hp of power and 725Nm torque. It gets AWD and can sprint from 0-100kph in just 3.2 seconds. MG claims a maximum range of 580km on a single charge (CLTC cycle). The EV will feature a front double-wishbone suspension and a rear five-link independent suspension. Stability at high speeds is enhanced by an evenly balanced 50:50 weight distribution between the front and rear.