Is the Saab 9-3 better than the MG Cyberster?

It depends on your priorities. The Saab 9-3 and MG Cyberster each lead in different areas, compare price, running costs, boot space, safety and warranty in the full spec breakdown below.

Which is cheaper to run, Saab 9-3 or MG Cyberster?

The MG Cyberster is much cheaper to run as an electric car, roughly $600–900 a year in home electricity, versus about $2,765 a year in petrol for the Saab 9-3 at 15,000km.

Which is safer, Saab 9-3 or MG Cyberster?

Neither the Saab 9-3 nor the MG Cyberster has a published ANCAP rating yet. Compare their standard active-safety features (AEB, lane-keep assist, blind-spot monitoring) in the spec table above.

Which has more boot space, Saab 9-3 or MG Cyberster?

The Saab 9-3 has the bigger boot at 258L, versus 249L for the MG Cyberster.

Which has a better warranty, Saab 9-3 or MG Cyberster?

The MG Cyberster has the longer warranty at 10 years, versus 3 years for the Saab 9-3.

Which is more powerful, Saab 9-3 or MG Cyberster?

The MG Cyberster produces 375kW.

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Spec Battle Updated 20 April 2026 5 min read

Saab 9-3 vs MG Cyberster

A detailed look at how two of Australia's most popular Convertibles compare on price, running costs, safety, and everyday livability.

Specifications and pricing correct at time of publishing. Prices are RRP before on-road costs unless stated otherwise. Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer before purchasing.

Saab

Draw

Saab

Saab 9-3

Price TBC

Convertible

Petrol

2.0L 4cyl Turbo Petrol 91RON

—

9.7 L/100km

ANCAP: no data

258L

MG Cyberster

From $99,900

Convertible

Electric

Electric Motor

375kW

—

ANCAP: no data

249L

Specifications in progress

Saab 9-3: we're still completing price, length, width, height and wheelbase, plus 7 others.

A blank cell below means we don't have that figure, not that the car scores badly on it. We leave them empty rather than estimate, so any row where one car is blank isn't a like-for-like comparison yet.

SpecSaabMG

Price (RRP)TBC$99,900

Fuel typePetrolElectric

Range (WLTP)—519km

Battery—77 kWh

Power—375kW

0-100 km/h—3.2s

Max DC Charge—144kW

10-80% Charge Time—25 min

Fuel Economy9.7 L/100km—

Boot Space258L249L

Warranty3yr / 100k km10yr / 250k km

ANCAP SafetyNo dataNo data

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Price Breakdown

Pricing for one or both models is yet to be confirmed for the Australian market. We will update this comparison when official RRPs are announced.

Safety Rundown

ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.

Charging Times

How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC, estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

How long to charge

74kWh usable

Public DC

50kW charger · 0–80%

1h 11m

Ultra-rapid DC

up to 144kW · 0–80%

31 min

Estimates from usable battery size and the car's max charge rates (7kW AC, 144kW DC). Real times vary with temperature, starting charge, charger output and the charging curve.

Feature Showdown

Both come with modern infotainment systems.

The MG Cyberster counters with Apple CarPlay, head-up display and Bose audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Drivetrain

Detailed powertrain specifications are not yet available for both models.

Space & Comfort

Boot space is 258L in the Saab 9-3 and 249L in the MG Cyberster, giving the Saab 9-3 a 9L advantage. The Saab 9-3 seats 4 vs 2.

True Cost to Own

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 3 years / 100,000km (Saab 9-3) vs 10 years / 250,000km (MG Cyberster). The MG Cyberster has longer coverage.

Who Should Buy Which?

Buy the Saab 9-3 if: You need more boot space, or prefer Saab's approach to design and ownership experience.

Buy the MG Cyberster if: You value a longer warranty, or prefer MG's approach to design and ownership experience.

The Verdict

This is genuinely close. The Saab 9-3 and MG Cyberster trade blows across the spec sheet, and neither runs away with an outright win. The MG Cyberster adds peace of mind with a longer 10-year warranty. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.

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Common questions

Which is cheapest, Saab 9-3 and MG Cyberster?

The MG Cyberster is the cheapest at $99,900 before on-road costs.

Which is the most fuel-efficient?

The Saab 9-3 uses the least fuel at 9.7L/100km on the combined cycle.

What are the ANCAP safety ratings?

None of Saab 9-3 and MG Cyberster carry a published ANCAP rating yet, so there is no crash result to compare. Check back as they are tested.

Which has the most boot space?

The Saab 9-3 has the largest boot at 258L.

Which has the best warranty?

The MG Cyberster has the longest warranty at 10 years / 250k km.

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Disclaimer: All information in this comparison was believed to be correct at the time of publishing (20 April 2026). Prices are manufacturer recommended retail prices (RRP) and may vary by state, dealer, and options. Driveaway costs include estimated on-road costs for Victoria. Fuel economy figures are WLTP/ADR combined cycle. Specifications can change without notice. Always verify with the manufacturer before making a purchase decision. CarSorted does not accept payment for recommendations.

Auto-generated from CarSorted's specification data · 20 April 2026