A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance,
fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
MG Cyberster vs Ford Transit Van: the short answer
Cyberster and Transit Van are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Transit Van starts ZAR 388,400 cheaperCyberster from ZAR 1,399,900 · Transit Van from ZAR 1,011,500
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
Cyberster
Transit Van
Maximum Power
Cyberster375 kW
Transit Van121 kW
Maximum Torque
Cyberster725 Nm
Transit Van390 Nm
Engine Size
CybersterNot Applicable
Transit Van1996 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
CybersterNot Applicable
Transit Van10.8 km/l
Ground Clearance
Cyberster116 mm
Transit Van147 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
Hagalu editorial ratings
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MG Cyberster
Dual Motor 4WD Roadster
Hagalu editorial ratingNot yet rated
No complete editorial rating is published for this exact variant. This is not a zero score.
Not yet rated means a complete review is not published; it does not mean the vehicle scored zero. Read the rating methodology.
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
Cyberster
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
Fewer listed safety features
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Efficiency
Transit Van
Strengths
Stronger listed safety equipment
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to:Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
Cyberster
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Transit Van
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
Cyberster
Transit Van
Model Introduced Year
2025
Current local generation year not confirmed
Generation
First-generation battery-electric Cyberster roadster in local dual-motor all-wheel-drive form.
Current South African Transit Van listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Facelift History
South African launch specification introduced as MG's electric halo in 2025.
Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle.
Facelift Launched Since
2025
Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Two-door, two-seat soft-top roadster
Van
Model Year
2025
2026
Production Status
active
active
Segment
Electric Sports Roadster
Commercial van
Vehicle Type
Convertible
Van
Color Note
-
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
Dealer Stock Note
-
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Gross Weight Class
-
470 series
Wheelbase Type
-
Extra-long wheelbase
Tare Mass Kg
-
2355 kg
Spec
Cyberster
Transit Van
Length
4535 mm
6704 mm
Width
1913 mm
2059 mm
Height
1329 mm
2781 mm
Wheelbase
2690 mm
3750 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
116 mm
147 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
Not Officially Disclosed
125 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
0 l
50 l
Boot/Cargo Space
249 l
490 l
Kerb Weight
1985 kg
2355 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2210 kg
4700 kg
Payload Capacity
225 kg
2270 kg
Towing Capacity
0 kg
1600 kg
Seating Capacity
2 seats
3 seats
Number of Rows
1 rows
2 rows
Doors
2 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.45 m
5.6 m
Front Headroom
1043 mm
998 mm
Rear Headroom
Not Applicable
959 mm
Front Legroom
1070 mm
1042 mm
Rear Legroom
Not Applicable
899 mm
Spec
Cyberster
Transit Van
Engine
Dual-motor battery-electric powertrain
2.0L EcoBlue diesel
Engine Code
Not Applicable
Market-specific engine family
Fuel Type
Electric
Diesel
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
Not Applicable
1996 cc
Cylinders
Not Applicable
4
Cylinder Layout
Not Applicable
Inline
Valves
Not Applicable
16
Valves per Cylinder
Not Applicable
4
Aspiration
Not Applicable
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Not Applicable
Common-rail direct injection
Compression Ratio
Not Applicable
10.5:1
Bore
Not Applicable
82.0 mm
Stroke
Not Applicable
94.6 mm
Maximum Power
375 kW
121 kW
Maximum Torque
725 Nm
390 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Synchronous Motor
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
2
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Front and Rear
Not Applicable
Drive Type
AWD
RWD
Transmission
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
6-Speed Manual
Top Speed
208 km/h
210 km/h
0-100 km/h
3.2 sec
7.8 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
15.5 sec
Drive Modes
Comfort, Sport, Custom, Super Sport
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Launch Control
Yes
No
Rev Limiter
Not Applicable
4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio
188.92 kW/tonne
51.4 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
365.24 Nm/tonne
165.6 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
77 kWh
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Ternary Lithium
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Electric Range
443 km (WLTP combined)
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
11 kW
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
144 kW
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
9 h (0-100%)
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
40 min (10-80%)
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Yes
Not Applicable
Spec
Cyberster
Transit Van
Gearbox
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
6-Speed Manual
Drivetrain Layout
Dual-motor all-wheel drive
RWD
LSD Available
Electronic differential control
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Electronic differential lock
No
Paddle Shifters
Standard
No
Final Drive Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
1
6
Transmission Type
Single-Speed
Manual
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Dry single-plate clutch
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Yes
Gear Shift Type
Single-Speed
Manual gear lever
Drivetrain
All-wheel drive
RWD
4WD Engagement
Permanently managed electric AWD
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Available
Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock
Not Available
No
Gearbox Type
Reduction Gear
Manual
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
Dual-motor AWD
Rear driven axle
Rear Differential Lock
Not Available
No
Transmission Speeds
1
6
Differential Type Front
-
Not Available
Differential Type Rear
-
Not Available
Transfer Case Guard
-
Not Available
Spec
Cyberster
Transit Van
Claimed Mileage
Not Applicable
10.8 km/l
City Mileage
Not Applicable
8.8 km/l
Highway Mileage
Not Applicable
12.6 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
Not Applicable
10.8 km/l
Charging Port Type
CCS Type 2
Not Applicable
Charging Type
AC and DC
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Driving Range
443 km (WLTP combined)
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
191 Wh/km
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
331 km
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
443 km
Not Applicable
Spec
Cyberster
Transit Van
Airbags
4
Driver airbag
ABS
Standard
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Yes
Traction Control
Standard
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Yes
Child Safety Lock
Not Applicable
Not Available
ISOFIX Mounts
Not Available
Not Available
Brake Assist
Standard
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Yes
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Standard
Yes
Front Parking Sensors
Standard
Not Available
AEB
Standard
Not Available
BA
Standard
Not Available
Brake Override System
Not Officially Disclosed
Yes
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Standard
Yes
EBD
Standard
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Yes
Hill Hold
Standard
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Standard
Yes
Seatbelt Reminder
Standard
Yes
Side Airbags
Standard
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Yes
TCS
Standard
Yes
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Yes
Spec
Cyberster
Transit Van
Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Standard
Not Available
Rear View Camera
Standard
Yes
360 Degree Camera
Standard
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Standard
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Standard
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Standard
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Standard
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Yes
Reverse Camera
Standard
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Standard
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Standard
Not Available
EV Mode
-
Not Available
Spec
Cyberster
Transit Van
Seat Material
Leather/Alcantara
Fabric upholstery
Heated Seats
Standard
No
Ventilated Seats
Not Available
No
Ambient Lighting
Standard
No
Steering Wheel Material
Leather
Urethane
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
No
Driver Seat Adjustment
6-way electric with memory
Manual adjustment
Passenger Seat Adjustment
6-way electric with memory
Manual adjustment
Seat Trim
Leather/Alcantara
Fabric upholstery
Front Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Interior Colour Options
-
3
Interior Courtesy Lamps
-
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen Transit Van grade before assuming a feature is included.
Interior Colours
-
3
Spec
Cyberster
Transit Van
Climate Control
Automatic climate control
Manual air conditioning
Power Windows
Standard
Yes
Keyless Entry
Standard
Not Available
Push Button Start
Standard
Not Available
Wireless Charging
Standard
No
Sunroof
Not Applicable
No
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
No
Rain Sensing Wipers
Standard
Not Available
AC Type
Automatic climate control
Manual air conditioning
Load Bed Length
-
4217 mm
Load Bed Width
-
1392 mm
Boot Space Seats Folded
-
Not Applicable
Adaptive Dampers
-
Not Available
Performance Data Logger
-
Not Available
Rev Matching
-
Not Available
Battery Preconditioning
-
Not Available
Bed Extender
-
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
-
Not Available
Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Difflock
-
Not Available
Front Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Intelligent Battery System
-
Not Available
Load Bed Cover
-
Not Available
Load Bed Light
-
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
-
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
-
Not Available
Loadbox Length Mm
-
4217 mm
Loadbox Rope Hooks
-
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
-
Not Available
Loadbox Width Mm
-
1392 mm
One Pedal Driving
-
Not Available
Rear Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
-
Not Available
Regenerative Braking Levels
-
Not Available
Source Model Column
-
transit-van
Sport Plus Mode
-
Not Available
Sports Bar
-
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
-
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
-
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
-
Not Available
Trim Level
-
top
Variant Role
-
Core range derivative
Vehicle To Grid
-
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
-
Not Available
Spec
Cyberster
Transit Van
Infotainment System
Three-screen cockpit
SYNC 4 infotainment system
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Standard
Android Auto
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Yes
Number of Speakers
8
4
Digital Instrument Cluster
10.25-inch virtual cluster
Multi-information instrument display
USB Ports
1 x USB-C; 1 x USB-A
USB-A and USB-C
Infotainment Screen
10.25-inch cluster and two 7-inch displays
8
Touchscreen
10.25-inch cluster and two 7-inch displays
8
Infotainment Screen Size
10.25-inch cluster and two 7-inch displays
8
Connected Services
-
SYNC
Spec
Cyberster
Transit Van
LED Headlamps
Standard
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Standard
Not Available
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Not Available
Roof Rails
Not Applicable
No
Exterior Colour Options
Modern Beige, Andes Grey, Light Speed Silver, Flare Red, Nuclear Yellow
Multiple Ford South Africa factory exterior colours
Headlights
Standard
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Applicable
No
Body Type
-
Van
Exterior Colour Options
-
3
Load Bed Liner
-
Not Available
Active Exhaust
-
Not Available
Spec
Cyberster
Transit Van
Approach Angle
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Available
Departure Angle
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Available
Wading Depth
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Available
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Not Applicable
Locking Differential
Electronic differential lock
No
4WD System Type
Dual-motor all-wheel drive
Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Available
Energy Recovery Display
-
Not Available
Front Skid Plate Guard
-
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
-
147 mm
Ground Clearance Min
-
147 mm
Off Road Descent Control
-
Not Available
Off Road Traction Assist
-
Not Available
Crawl Control
-
Not Available
Rear Skid Plate Guard
-
Not Available
Skid Plates Fuel Tank
-
Not Available
Skid Plates Transfer Case
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Mud
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Normal
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Rock
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Sand
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Snow
-
Not Available
Terrain Response System
-
Not Available
Underbody Camera
-
Not Available
Spec
Cyberster
Transit Van
Tyre Size
245/40 R20 front; 275/35 R20 rear
Not Available
Front Brake Type
Disc
Ventilated disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Not Available
Spare Wheel Type
Tyre repair kit
Not Available
Wheel Rim Size
20-inch
Not Available
Handbrake Type
Electronic parking brake
Not Applicable
Fifth Wheel Prep
-
Not Available
Spec
Cyberster
Transit Van
Front Suspension
Double wishbone
Not Available
Rear Suspension
Five-link
Not Available
Front Track Width
-
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
-
Not Applicable
MagneRide Damping
-
Not Available
Spec
Cyberster
Transit Van
CO2 Emissions
0 g/km
Not Applicable
Hybrid System Type
-
Not Available
Fuel Octane Requirement
-
Diesel
Spec
Cyberster
Transit Van
Service Plan
5 years / 100,000 km maintenance plan
6 years / 90 000 km optional plan included in listed price
Maintenance Plan
-
6 years / 90 000 km optional plan included in listed price
Service Plan Duration
5 years / 100,000 km maintenance plan
6 years / 90 000 km optional plan included in listed price
Service Plan Distance
5 years / 100,000 km maintenance plan
6 years / 90 000 km optional plan included in listed price
Spec
Cyberster
Transit Van
Ownership Role
Passenger vehicle
Top
Price Zar
1399900 ZAR
1062000 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current South African MSRP
Current listed price
Starting Price
1399900
1062000
Starting Price Zar
1399900
1062000
Spec
Cyberster
Transit Van
Warranty
5 years / 200,000 km vehicle; 7 years / 250,000 km powertrain
4 years / 120 000 km
Warranty Years
5 years / 200,000 km vehicle; 7 years / 250,000 km powertrain
4 years / 120 000 km
Warranty Kilometers
5 years / 200,000 km vehicle; 7 years / 250,000 km powertrain
4 years / 120 000 km
Roadside Assistance
-
4 years / unlimited km
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
-
5 years / unlimited km
Basic Warranty
5 years / 200,000 km vehicle; 7 years / 250,000 km powertrain
4 years / 120 000 km
Roadside Assistance
-
4 years / unlimited km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
-
4 years / unlimited km
In depth: how these cars differ
This Cyberster and Transit Van comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Cyberster 100 vs Transit Van 65.
Efficiency index: Cyberster 90 vs Transit Van 48.
Safety-equipment index: Cyberster 77 vs Transit Van 90.
Practicality index: Cyberster 34 vs Transit Van 63.
Ownership-cover index: Cyberster not separately scored vs Transit Van not separately scored.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
Cyberster leads by 7 points
Cyberster and Transit Van are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Performance
Cyberster +35
Efficiency
Cyberster +42
Safety
Transit Van +13
Practicality
Transit Van +29
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Cyberster
Performance
100/100
Efficiency
90/100
Safety
77/100
Practicality
34/100
Transit Van
Performance
65/100
Efficiency
48/100
Safety
90/100
Practicality
63/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexMG Cyberster
leads the specification evidence index with 75 pts
vs 68 pts for Transit Van
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Cyberster leads. However, Transit Van may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
Related comparisons
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There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.
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