This is the MG Cyberster, which MG says will be going on sale in Europe in the summer of 2024 and feature a power convertible top.
Better yet, those scissor doors you see in the video are expected to make production.
Although official specs – such as range and pricing – haven’t been released yet, Car and Driver reports a government filing shows the top tier Cyberster will feature two electric motors with more than 500 combined horsepower and a top speed of 124 miles per hour.
MG’s earlier concept was expected to do 0-60 mph in under three seconds so there’s a good chance the production version will hit that target.
Car Wow estimates the Cyberster will be priced around $50,000 U.S., which if accurate, would make it an incredible value compared to Tesla’s long-delayed Roadster, which was originally announced with a $250,000 price tag for the Founder’s Edition.
MG hasn’t sold a convertible in the states – or any of its cars here – since the last B rolled off the line in 1980. Unfortunately there are no plans to bring the new Cyberster to the U.S.
Here’s the full news release from MG:
MG Cyberster debuts at Auto Shanghai
- Dramatic new all-electric MG sports car officially announced
- Cyberster poised to open a compelling new chapter in the MG story, expected on sale in the UK and Europe in the summer of 2024
- Revolutionary design combines iconic roadster heritage with modern brand design language
London, UK – Shanghai, China
An exciting new chapter in the MG story has just been announced at Auto Shanghai 2023 with the company officially confirming production plans of its unique high-performance EV sports car – Cyberster.
The two-seat roadster marks a much-anticipated return to sportscar production by the celebrated MG marque, with Cyberster poised to bring the story right up to date with its powerful all-electric powertrain and contemporary cabin featuring cutting-edge driver technology.
Carl Gotham, Advanced Design Director of the company’s Marylebone design studio in London, comments:
“Our intention was to create a completely new roadster ready for a new generation of sportscar drivers and which opens a bold and compelling new chapter for MG.”
“The focus for Cyberster was to create a design that was respectful of the brand’s illustrious past and to bring back that sporting bloodline, while also being absolutely clear that it should be modern and forward-facing like the MG of today, completely in-tune with the rapid transition to electric vehicles.”
Cyberster’s evocative styling pays homage to much-admired roadsters from MG’s rich heritage, with its distinctive long bonnet, low nose and curvaceous surfaces, while also introducing striking new features such as its distinctive scissor doors and Kammback rear design.
Guy Pigounakis, MG Motor UK’s Commercial Director, comments:
“This is the perfect time to introduce an MG that completely reconnects with our performance DNA and is designed to enthral the driver on every level. MG is all set for an electric, sporting future and it is the perfect way to start celebrating our 100th anniversary.”
Cyberster is expected to arrive for sale in the UK and Europe in the summer of 2024.
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