2022 MG Cyberster takes one step closer to Australian arrival: Could this electric sports coupe take down the Porsche 718 Boxster and BMW Z4?

MG has confirmed it will build its Cyberster electric roadster for right-hand-drive markets, meaning it could arrive Down Under to take on the likes of the Porsche 718 Boxster and BMW Z4.

Though far from a confirmation, CarsGuide understands that MG Motor Australia is now building the business case for selling the Cyberster in local showrooms, where it could share space with the brand’s other electrified models including the ZS EV and HS PHEV.

Revealed earlier this month at the Shanghai motor show, the Cyberster returns MG to its sports car roots as a low-slung, two-seat roadster.

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The body work, including wide grille, slender headlights and massive wheels, are far from production ready though, so expect to see a few changes before the Cyberster hits production.

Exactly what is powering the Cyberster is currently unknown, but MG is promising an all-electric powertrain with enough grunt for a zero-to-100km/h acceleration time of less than three seconds.

This makes the Cyberster much quicker than petrol-powered roadsters such as the Porsche 918 Boxster, BMW Z4 and Mazda MX-5, as well as performance models such as the Ford Mustang GT, Toyota Supra and Mercedes-AMG C63 S.

Battery capacity is also unknown for now, but MG claims an 800km driving range for the Cyberster concept car, making it longer legged than the likes of the Nissan Leaf e+, Mazda MX-30 Electric and Tesla Model 3.

Inside, the two-seat model is fitted with an all-digital instrument cluster and Formula One-style steering wheel, as well as red and white leather seats.

MG says it has created “the industry’s first super-car gaming cockpit” in partnership with Bilibili Gaming, a Chinese e-sports franchise, with “themed sound and lighting design” and other features to appeal to Gen-Z users.

Of course, all this is likely to change in future iterations as the Cyberster edges closer to hitting public roads in the future.

An MG Motor Australia spokesperson said: “We’re excited to confirm that the Cyberster electric sportster will be offered in left- and right-hand-drive configuration.

“As part of our Electric For Everyone strategy, MG Australia will now examine the Cyberster’s potential for the Australian and New Zealand markets.”