by WAF Auto News
In a landmark moment for India’s performance-car market, JSW MG Motor India has officially announced that the all-electric MG Cyberster has surged to the No. 1 spot in India’s sports-car segment, powered by unprecedented customer demand and a growing shift toward electric performance machines.
What began as a bold experiment — bringing a futuristic, open-top electric roadster to Indian roads — has rapidly evolved into a full-blown phenomenon. The Cyberster has now built up a massive 5-month waiting period, setting new benchmarks for desirability, performance, and brand pull.
🚗 Price & Availability (India)
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For customers who pre-reserved the Cyberster, the ex-showroom price is ₹ 72.49 lakh.
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For fresh/new bookings, the ex-showroom price is ₹ 74.99 lakh.
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This price includes a 3.3 kW portable charger, a 7.4 kW wall-box charger, and standard installation services.
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Cars are being sold through “MG Select” — premium dealerships across major Indian cities under the able leadership of Milind Shah, Head, MG Select who said the response to the Cyberster has been “extraordinary driven by car’s design and performance.”
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Given the current demand surge, delivery timelines have stretched — contributing to the reported 4–5 month waiting list.
⚙️ Specifications, Performance & Features of MG Cyberster
Performance & Powertrain
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Powered by a dual-motor all-wheel-drive (AWD) system, with one motor on each axle.
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Combined output: 510 PS (≈ 503–510 hp) and 725 Nm of torque.
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0–100 km/h acceleration in just 3.2 seconds (with Launch Control mode).
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Claimed top speed: 200 km/h.
Battery, Range & Dynamics
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Equipped with a 77 kWh ultra-thin battery pack (only 110 mm thick) mounted between the axles.
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Official CLTC / MIDC–certified range: 580 km on a full charge.
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Suspension setup: front double wishbone, rear five-link independent — helping deliver a balanced 50:50 weight distribution for sharp handling.
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Braking: high-performance brakes (front and rear disc brakes), with braking distance from 100 km/h reported at ~33 metres (with Brembo calipers) on the top-end spec.
Design, Interior & Technology
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Features a soft-top roof (convertible) along with distinctive electric scissor-doors — rare for EVs and sports-cars alike.
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Exterior design: sculpted bonnet, aggressive LED headlights & DRLs up front; at the rear, a tapered profile with a full-width LED light bar and integrated indicators; rides on 20-inch lightweight alloy wheels (with Pirelli P-Zero tyres).
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Interior: a driver-focused cockpit with a triple-display layout — a central 10.25-inch touchscreen + two 7-inch digital panels for instrument and vehicle data.
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Upholstery: sustainable “Dinamica” suede + vegan leather, giving a premium and eco-friendly feel.
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Comfort & convenience: dual-zone automatic climate control (with PM2.5 filtration), steering-mounted paddle shifters (for regenerative braking and drive-mode control), performance-style seats.
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Audio & infotainment: 8-speaker BOSE sound system with noise compensation.
Safety & Driver-Assistance
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High-strength full-cradle structure, with a Static Stability Factor (SSF) of 1.83 — indicating good rollover resistance.
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Safety suite includes dual front + side airbags, electronic stability control (ESC), electronic differential lock, and traction control. Also features Level-2 Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and a Driver Monitoring System (DMS).
🔄 What This Means for India’s Sports-Car & EV Landscape
Anuj Guglani, CEO WAF Group commented, ‘By offering a sports-car that blends supercar-like performance, electric powertrain, convertible styling and competitive pricing, MG Cyberster is reshaping expectations in India’s performance and luxury EV market.’
He further added,’With its sharp specs — dual-motor AWD, sub-3.3s 0-100 km/h, 580 km range, and premium interior — and starting price under ₹ 75 lakh (ex-showroom), Cyberster appeals to both performance enthusiasts and EV-adopters.’
Now crowned India’s No. 1 sports car by demand — with a waiting period stretching to five months — Cyberster signals a rising acceptance of EV sports cars, potentially opening doors for more such offerings in near future.
