Head-to-head
MG IM5 vs MG Cyberster
At $60,990 the MG IM5 undercuts the MG Cyberster by $38,910 (39%) — but does the premium deliver enough of an edge to justify itself? Here's how the two compare on price, range, charging, safety and warranty.
Option A · Sedan
MG IM5
MG's premium IM sub-brand launches in Australia with the IM5 sedan — a Tesla Model 3 rival with 75 kWh and 100 kWh battery options, 655 km WLTP range, and sub-5-second 0-100 in dual-motor trim.
- From
- $60,990
- Range
- 655 km
- Battery
- 75 kWh
Option B · Coupe
MG Cyberster
MG's electric roadster — a two-seat convertible with scissor doors, 250 kW RWD or 375 kW AWD, and a startlingly fun chassis. Genuinely novel in the Australian EV market.
- From
- $99,900
- Range
- 552 km
- Battery
- 77 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the MG IM5 and MG Cyberster, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
Range · advantage MG IM5
The MG IM5 goes 103 km further on a charge (655 vs 552 km WLTP).
- 2
Warranty · advantage MG Cyberster
The MG Cyberster covers the vehicle for 5 more years (10 vs 5 yrs).
- 3
Price · advantage MG IM5
The MG IM5 undercuts the MG Cyberster by $38,910 (39%) on starting price.
- 4
Boot · advantage MG IM5
The MG IM5 swallows 290 L more cargo with the rear seats up (480 vs 190 L).
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the MG IM5 wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $38,910
- ▸ 103 km longer WLTP range
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (4.9s vs 5s)
Where the MG Cyberster wins
- ▸ Longer warranty (10 years)
MG IM5
What we like
- ✓ Class-leading 655 km WLTP range
- ✓ 10-year battery warranty
- ✓ Genuinely quick (sub-5s 0-100)
What we don't
- ✕ Not yet ANCAP tested
- ✕ MG dealer network thin on premium product
- ✕ Software UX inherited from China market
MG Cyberster
What we like
- ✓ Genuine driver's-car appeal in EV form
- ✓ Class-leading 10-year vehicle warranty
- ✓ Striking design with scissor doors
What we don't
- ✕ Tiny 190 L boot (convertible)
- ✕ Not yet ANCAP tested
- ✕ Limited practical use case
Frequently asked: MG IM5 vs MG Cyberster
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the MG IM5 or the MG Cyberster?
- The MG IM5 is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $60,990 versus $99,900 for the MG Cyberster, a $38,910 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The MG IM5 has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 655 km, 103 km further than the MG Cyberster's 552 km. Real-world range typically lands 10–20% below the WLTP figure depending on speed, terrain, climate and load.
- Is the MG IM5 better value than the MG Cyberster?
- On paper the MG IM5 is $38,910 cheaper, but the MG Cyberster edges ahead on most other measurable specs. Whether the saving justifies the gap depends on which features matter most to you, and how much weight you give to brand and dealer factors.
- Which has the longer warranty?
- The MG Cyberster is covered by a 10-year vehicle warranty, versus 5 years for the MG IM5. Both also carry separate high-voltage battery warranties — check the manufacturer's site for the latest kilometre and condition limits.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
MG IM5
if…
- ✓ you want to save $38,910 on the sticker
- ✓ maximum range matters (103 km further per charge)
- ✓ you regularly load it up (290 L more boot)
Choose the
MG Cyberster
if…
- ✓ peace-of-mind warranty matters (5 more years of cover)
- ✓ you match the profile: driving enthusiasts
Verdict reasoning is derived from published specs; brand preference, dealer experience and how a car drives are personal — always take a test drive before deciding.