Edaran Tan Chong Motor (ETCM) has launched the all-new sixth-generation (C28) Nissan Serena e-Power in Malaysia. The MPV is locally-assembled (CKD) and is available in five variants, priced from RM154,800, on-the-road, without insurance.
- Nissan Serena e-Power X – RM154,800
- Nissan Serena e-Power X Plus – RM159,800
- Nissan Serena e-Power Highway Star – RM169,800
- Nissan Serena e-Power Premium Highway Star – RM174,800
- Nissan Serena e-Power Shiro Premium Highway Star – RM179,800
Adopting Nissan’s latest V-Motion Shield design language, the C28 Nissan Serena e-Power maintains a similar silhouette to the outgoing C27 generation. The new model measures 4,765 mm in length, 1,715 mm in width, and 1,870 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,870 mm. Compared to the previous C27, the C28 is 5 mm shorter and 25 mm narrower, though it stands 5 mm taller and features a wheelbase that has been extended by 10 mm.
The C28 model retains the signature two-tiered tailgate from the previous generation. While the rear design remains familiar, it incorporates a revised light signature, a “SERENA” wordmark, and an “e-POWER” emblem. This new badge replaces the “S-HYBRID” branding found on the C27, reflecting the updated powertrain.
Standard exterior equipment of the Nissan Serena e-Power X includes:
- 16-inch alloy wheels
- V-Motion front grille
- Three-eye LED projector headlights with auto levelling and LED signature lights with welcome light
- Boomerang LED rear combination tailights
- LED daytime running lights (DRLs)
- LED wing mirror signal light with powered adjustable and folding
- Hands-free powered left sliding door
- Dual back door
- Roof spoiler
The Nissan Serena e-Power Highway Star adds the following exterior equipment:
- Sporty V-Motion front grille with aerodynamic front bumpers
- LED front and rear fog lamps
- Auto-folding and power-adjustable side mirrors with LED turn signals
- Acoustic front windscreen
- Hands-free dual power sliding doors
- 16-inch alloy wheels
- Powered tailgate
The Nissan Serena e-Power’s interior is configured as a seven-seater in a 2+2+3 layout. It features Zero Gravity captain seats in the first and second rows, which offer specific postural support to minimise fatigue and motion sickness for passengers. These seven seats can be configured into 13 different seating arrangements to accommodate various passenger and cargo needs. This is further enhanced by 26 storage points and 15 cupholders throughout the interior, which contain seven hidden easter eggs.
To access the third row, the second-row seats can be slid laterally or moved forward as part of the MPV’s easy access mode. Unlike some MPVs where third-row passengers rely on those in the middle to operate the doors, the Serena e-Power features a dedicated switch to control the sliding doors from the third row. Additionally, a foot-operated lever on the second-row seatback allows those in the rear to slide the middle seats forward independently.
Infotainment is provided by a 12.3-inch centre infotainment display with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, supplemented by a roof-mounted 14-inch entertainment monitor for rear passengers on the X Plus, Premium Highway Star, and Shiro Highway Star (motorised) variants. The driver is equipped with a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster.
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Other standard interior features of the Nissan Serena e-Power X variant include:
- Sporty D-shaped multi-function leather upholstered steering wheel
- Three drive modes: Standard, Eco, Sport
- Seven-inch TFT digital gauge cluster
- Nine-inch touchscreen infotainment display with wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity
- Four-speaker sound system
- Dual-zone automatic climate controls with second-row digital controls
- Second and third row ceiling vents
- Zero gravity seats for the first and second row
- Black fabric with water-repellent finish upholstery
- Leatherette upholstery (X Plus variant only)
- Two USB ports (1x Type-A) (1x Type-C)
- 11 cupholders
- Third-row flip-up seats
Stepping up to the Nissan Serena e-Power Highway Star variant adds the following interior equipment:
- 12.3-inch TFT digital gauge cluster
- 12.3-inch centre infotainment display with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Six-speaker sound system
- Black Nappa leather upholstery (Premium Highway Star variant)
- White Nappa leather upholstery (Shiro Highway Star variant)
- Six USB ports (1x Type-A) (5x Type-C)
- Wireless charging pad
- Second-row tray table
- Second-row sunshade
- Motorised 14-inch roof-mounted monitor (Shiro Highway Star variant only)
- 15 cupholders
The seats are upholstered in water-repellent black fabric upholstery as standard for the X, stepping up to leatherette upholstery on the X Plus variant, before dropping back to the same black fabric option on the Highway Star variant.
Premium Highway Star and Shiro Highway Star variants get Nappa leather upholstery instead, finished in black and White for the two variants respectively.
Underneath the bonnet, the Nissan Serena e-Power features the second-generation e-Power series hybrid system. This comprises a 1.4-litre naturally-aspirated three-cylinder engine producing 98 hp and 123 Nm, a battery pack, a generator motor, and a traction motor.
The engine serves solely as a generator to charge the 1.77 kWh onboard battery, which in turn powers the wheels via the traction motor. This motor delivers 163 hp and 315 Nm directly to the front wheels. Altogether, Nissan claims this setup achieves a fuel consumption of 18.5 km/L (NEDC), which translates to a total driving range of up to 1,000 km on a full tank of petrol.
On the safety front, the base Nissan Serena e-Power X and X Plus variants are equipped with six airbags and a reverse camera. It does not come with ADAS features. This is a feature reserved for the Highway Star variants and up, which adds the following ADAS features, which include:
- Autonomous emergency braking (AEB)
- Forward collision warning (FCW)
- Blind spot monitors (BSM)
- Lane departure warning (LDW)
- Rear cross traffic alert (RCTA)
- High beam assist (HBA)
- 360-degree surround view monitor with Moving Object Detection (MOD)
- Intelligent cruise control (ICC)
- Intelligent lane intervention (ILI)
The Nissan Serena e-Power in Malaysia will be available in four exterior colours. These include a monotone Diamond Black and three two-tone paint schemes consisting of Turquoise Blue, Brilliant White, and Dark Metal Grey, all of which feature a contrasting black roof.
Priced at RM154,800 to RM179,800, included in the price of the Nissan Serena e-Power is a five-year or 100,000 km vehicle warranty, alongside an eight-year or 160,000 km e-Power components warranty covering the lithium-ion battery, inverter, electric motor, and control unit.
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