Verdict
At RM154,800, the seven-seat Nissan Serena e-Power costs RM4,000 less than the RM158,800 Zeekr X and answers a different Malaysian brief. Its 2,870-mm wheelbase, sliding and reclining second row, and third row make it the family carrier, although its 280-litre boot trails the X’s 404 litres. The Zeekr is the faster, better-equipped five-seater: 335 hp, 373 Nm, 440 km EV range and 200-kW DC charging versus the Nissan’s 160-hp, 315-Nm motor and 1.77-kWh battery. Choose space or EV pace, not segment labels.
Pick the Nissan Serena e-Power if you need seven seats, a sliding second row and a lower RM120 annual road tax.
Pick the Zeekr X if you want a five-seat EV with 440 km of range, 335 hp and much stronger charging hardware.
Key differences
- Price: Nissan Serena e-Power RM154,800; Zeekr X RM158,800.
- Seating and boot space: Nissan Serena e-Power 7 seats and 280 litres; Zeekr X 5 seats and 404 litres.
- Motor output: Nissan Serena e-Power 160 hp and 315 Nm; Zeekr X 335 hp and 373 Nm.
- Battery and range: Nissan Serena e-Power 1.77 kWh with no quoted EV range; Zeekr X 66 kWh and 440 km.
- Charging: Nissan Serena e-Power has no quoted AC or DC rate; Zeekr X supports 11 kW AC and 200 kW DC.
- Annual road tax: Nissan Serena e-Power RM120; Zeekr X RM395.
Serena e-Power
- Seven seats with a sliding, reclining second row and foldable third row.
- Longer 2,870-mm wheelbase than the Zeekr X’s 2,750 mm.
- RM4,000 cheaper with lower annual road tax.
- 280-litre boot is 124 litres smaller than the Zeekr X’s.
- 160 hp and 315 Nm fall well short of the Zeekr X’s 335 hp and 373 Nm.
- No quoted EV range or AC/DC charging rates, and it lacks adaptive cruise control.
X
- 335-hp, 373-Nm rear motor and a quoted 0-100 km/h time of 5.3 seconds.
- 66-kWh battery, 440-km range, 11-kW AC and 200-kW DC charging.
- 404-litre boot, seven airbags, adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera.
- Five seats only, against the Nissan’s seven.
- Costs RM4,000 more and annual road tax is RM275 higher.
- Its 2,750-mm wheelbase is 120 mm shorter than the Nissan’s.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM154,800✓ | RM158,800 |
| Body type | MPV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM395 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC naturally-aspirated, variable valve timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,433 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 97 hp | — |
| Torque | 123 Nm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 3 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 160 hp | 335 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 315 Nm | 373 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 1.77 kWh | 66 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | — | 440 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 200 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 5.3 seconds |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,690 mm | 4,432 mm |
| Width | 1,695 mm | 1,836 mm |
| Height | 1,885 mm | 1,566 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,870 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | 1,784 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 52 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 280 litres | 404 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 205/65R16 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 205/65R16 | 235/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Assurance MaxGuard | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloys | 19" Paddle Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloys | 19" Paddle Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Middle Row Passenger Seats | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation Functions and Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 50:50 Split-folding, Sliding and Reclining 2nd Row, 50:50 Split-folding 3rd Row | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower Control | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Ports Front | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights, Intelligent Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 4 Speakers | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 13-speaker Yamaha Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Operation (Depress Brake To Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation with Split Opening | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360-degree Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | Powered Left Sliding Door, Manual Right Sliding Door | Powered Front Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 150,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km ePower Components Warranty | 8-Year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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Serena e-Power vs X FAQ
Is the Nissan Serena e-Power or Zeekr X better?
The Nissan Serena e-Power is better for carrying up to seven people, while the Zeekr X is better for EV range, performance and a larger boot. They are close in price but serve markedly different needs.
What is the price difference?
The Zeekr X costs RM4,000 more than the Nissan Serena e-Power. Its annual road tax is also higher at RM395 versus RM120.
Which is better for EV charging and range?
The Zeekr X is the clear choice, with a 66-kWh battery, 440-km quoted range, 11-kW AC charging and 200-kW DC charging. The Serena e-Power has a 1.77-kWh battery and no quoted EV range or charging rates.
