The All-New Nissan Serena e-POWER sets a new benchmark for what a mainstream MPV can be

The Nissan Serena has long been a familiar and trusted sight on Malaysian roads. For decades, it has carved out a loyal following among families seeking a spacious, practical and fuss-free people mover that prioritises comfort and usability above all else. 

Now in its sixth generation, the All-New Nissan Serena C28 arrives at a pivotal moment for the MPV segment, as buyers increasingly demand greater refinement, better efficiency and modern technology without sacrificing everyday practicality.

With the introduction of Nissan’s second-generation e-POWER hybrid system, the Serena C28 represents the most significant step forward in the model’s history. This is not merely a cosmetic refresh or incremental update. 

Instead, Nissan has re-engineered the Serena to deliver an experience that blends EV-like smoothness with the convenience of a conventional petrol vehicle, while addressing long-standing MPV pain points such as noise, ride comfort and passenger motion sickness.

A Familiar Shape, Sharpened with Modern Design

At first glance, the Serena C28 remains instantly recognisable. Nissan has wisely retained the boxy MPV silhouette that has defined the Serena since its early generations, ensuring excellent interior space and upright seating for all three rows. However, closer inspection reveals a noticeably more modern and polished design.

The front end is dominated by Nissan’s latest V-Motion grille, now wider and integrated seamlessly with slim LED headlamps. Horizontal slats stretch across the fascia, creating a cohesive and more premium appearance. Vertical air inserts on either side of the front bumper are not merely decorative; Nissan claims they help smooth airflow and reduce body movement, contributing to improved passenger comfort.

From the side, the Serena’s tall glasshouse and stepped window line remain intact, preserving excellent outward visibility. Slimmer pillars and a lower window sill ensure that even third-row passengers are not left feeling claustrophobic. New 16-inch two-tone alloy wheels add a touch of visual flair without compromising ride comfort.

At the rear, the redesign is subtle but effective. Vertical LED taillights with boomerang-shaped light signatures frame the tailgate, while a clean bumper design and discreet e-POWER badging reinforce the Serena’s new electrified identity. The split tailgate opening, a Serena hallmark, remains, adding everyday convenience when loading cargo in tight spaces.

Dimensions That Prioritise Usability

Dimensionally, the Serena C28 measures 4,765 mm long, 1,715 mm wide and 1,870 mm tall, riding on a 2,870 mm wheelbase. Compared to the outgoing C27, it is slightly taller, a change that benefits headroom and ease of entry without compromising cabin space.

In real-world terms, the Serena still feels compact enough to manoeuvre in urban environments while offering the interior volume expected of a full-fledged family MPV.

A Cabin Built Around Comfort and Flexibility

Step inside, and it becomes immediately clear that Nissan has invested heavily in improving perceived quality and technology. The dashboard adopts a cleaner, more horizontal layout, anchored by dual 12.3-inch displays, one for the digital instrument cluster and another for infotainment. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto come standard, eliminating cable clutter.

The button-style electronic gear selector frees up centre console space, while a dedicated climate control panel ensures essential functions remain easy to access while driving. Materials are noticeably improved, with black Nappa combination leather upholstery lending a more upmarket feel.

True to its MPV roots, the Serena excels in flexibility. The three-row cabin offers up to 13 seating configurations, allowing owners to prioritise passenger space, cargo capacity or a balance of both. A walk-through layout between the front seats improves accessibility, while the second row features captain’s chairs that can slide and recline independently.

Rear passengers are well catered for, with a 14-inch fold-down entertainment screen, individual air-conditioning vents for each row, fold-out tray tables with cup holders, and USB charging ports throughout the cabin. Hands-free dual power sliding doors further enhance everyday convenience, especially when juggling children or groceries.

While the absence of powered front seats or a powered tailgate may surprise some buyers at this price point, the Serena counters with thoughtful, family-oriented touches that matter more in daily use.

e-POWER: Electrified Driving Without the Hassle

The headline feature of the Serena C28 is its second-generation e-POWER hybrid system. Unlike conventional hybrids, the Serena is driven exclusively by an electric motor, delivering instant torque and seamless acceleration similar to a battery electric vehicle. The difference is that there is no need to plug in.

Power comes from a 163PS, 315Nm electric motor driving the front wheels, while a 1.4-litre three-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine acts purely as a generator. Equipped with Nissan’s Mirror Bore Coating technology, the engine operates at optimal efficiency to charge a 1.769 kWh lithium-ion battery or supply electricity directly to the motor when required.

The result is an EV-like driving experience without range anxiety. Nissan claims fuel consumption of 18.5 km per litre under the NEDC cycle, translating to a potential driving range of up to 1,000km on a full tank.

In urban driving, the Serena feels remarkably smooth and refined. At low speeds, the engine remains largely dormant, allowing the MPV to glide through traffic in near silence. The e-Pedal mode enables near single-pedal driving, making stop-and-go traffic far less tiring.

Confident on the Highway, Comfortable for Passengers

On the open road, the Serena e-POWER continues to impress. During highway cruising, the petrol engine engages more frequently but does so smoothly and unobtrusively. Even when climbing steep gradients such as the KL–Karak Expressway, the Serena maintains steady progress without feeling strained, and no battery overheating issues were encountered.

Ride comfort has been a major focus for this generation. Nissan has introduced a newly developed SUV-based front suspension, upgraded electric power steering, improved brake control and extensive sound insulation throughout the cabin. An acoustic windscreen further reduces wind noise at speed.

These changes combine to deliver a noticeably calmer driving experience compared to the previous S-Hybrid model. Noise, vibration and harshness levels are well controlled, and the Serena feels more composed over uneven surfaces. Anti-motion sickness technologies, including aerodynamic tweaks and refined chassis tuning, make a tangible difference, particularly for rear passengers.

That said, physics cannot be entirely ignored. The Serena’s tall, boxy shape means it still feels unsettled during aggressive high-speed cornering. Driven sensibly, however, it remains stable and reassuring, especially on long highway stretches where it settles into a relaxed, comfortable cruise.

Safety and Driver Assistance

Safety is another area where the Serena C28 makes meaningful strides. The MPV is equipped with Nissan’s ProPILOT suite of advanced driver assistance systems, including Intelligent Cruise Control, Lane Departure Warning with Intervention, Blind Spot Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Intelligent Emergency Braking and Forward Collision Warning.

These systems work seamlessly to reduce driver fatigue, particularly during long-distance journeys or congested urban commutes. A 360-degree Around View Monitor further aids parking and manoeuvring in tight spaces, enhancing overall confidence behind the wheel.

A Strong Value Proposition

Set to launch in Malaysia in March 2026, the All-New Nissan Serena e-POWER is expected to be priced between RM160,000 and RM180,000. This positions it as one of the most affordable new MPVs with dual sliding doors and an electrified powertrain, especially when compared to similarly sized rivals that are either not officially sold locally or rely on more conventional drivetrain layouts.

Early interest has been encouraging, with around 400 bookings recorded ahead of its official launch. That figure suggests strong confidence in Nissan’s latest approach to the family MPV formula.

Final Thoughts

The Nissan Serena C28 e-POWER is not trying to be a luxury MPV, nor does it pretend to be a sporty one. Instead, it focuses squarely on what matters most to families: comfort, efficiency, space and ease of use. By combining EV-like driving refinement with the practicality of a petrol-powered generator, Nissan has created an MPV that feels thoroughly modern without demanding lifestyle compromises.

For families seeking a quiet, comfortable and highly usable people mover that embraces electrification in a sensible, user-friendly way, the All-New Nissan Serena e-POWER makes a compelling case and sets a new benchmark for what a mainstream MPV can be.

 Motor: Single, front-mounted electric motor
Power: 163 PS
Torque: 315 Nm
Drivetrain: Front-wheel drive
Hybrid system: Nissan e-POWER (engine as generator only)
Petrol engine: 1.4-litre, 3-cylinder naturally aspirated (generator-only)
Battery: 1.77 kWh lithium-ion
Estimated driving range: Up to 1,000 km
Price as tested: Estimated between RM160,000 and RM180,000

We like: EV-like smoothness without charging anxiety and practicality

We don’t like: High-speed cornering still reminds you it’s a tall, boxy MPV

e-POWER represents a major shift in how cars are powered. While it delivers the smooth, responsive feel of an electric vehicle, it does so without the need for external charging. Instead, a petrol engine works solely as a generator, producing electricity to charge the battery and power the electric motor when required. The wheels are always driven by the electric motor, giving drivers instant torque, quiet operation and a more engaging driving experience, all without range anxiety.

The Apa-e? campaign aims to raise awareness and build understanding of these benefits as excitement builds towards the Serena e-POWER’s launch. It follows the debut of the Nissan Kicks e-POWER in December 2024, which marked the brand’s first step into this technology locally. Nissan Malaysia is using a mix of digital and traditional platforms to reach a wide audience, including social media and radio, with content that is energetic, relatable and unmistakably Malaysian in tone.

The campaign reflects the core idea behind e-POWER, positioning it as a technology that blends innovation with everyday practicality. It highlights fuel-saving advantages, lower tailpipe emissions compared to conventional petrol vehicles, and features such as regenerative braking and single-pedal driving, which help make daily driving easier and more efficient. Running costs are also kept in check, adding to the appeal for families and urban drivers alike.

Malaysians can catch the Apa-e? video across Nissan Malaysia’s YouTube, Facebook, X and TikTok channels, while the accompanying radio commercial will air on popular stations including ERA, Hitz, Lite, Hot FM and MY. The campaign is supported by on-ground engagement as well, with Nissan inviting the public to experience e-POWER firsthand through weekend test drive sessions at selected authorised showrooms.

Test drive events will take place across the country in stages, starting on 24 and 25 January 2026 in the central, northern, eastern and southern regions, before continuing on 31 January and 1 February 2026 at additional locations nationwide. These sessions are meant to give potential customers a clearer idea of how e-POWER works in real-world driving and how it differs from both conventional petrol cars and fully electric vehicles.

With the All-New Nissan Serena e-POWER waiting in the wings, Nissan’s message is clear. By breaking down complex technology into something approachable and engaging, the brand hopes to show that electrified driving does not have to be complicated or intimidating, and that e-POWER could be a natural next step for Malaysian motorists looking for a smarter, more enjoyable way to drive.

Edaran Tan Chong Motor (ETCM) has opened bookings for the New Nissan Navara X-Tremer, a pickup engineered to thrive both on city streets and in the rough. Marketed as more than just an update, the X-Tremer is being positioned as a statement of rugged capability and expressive style.

The Navara X-Tremer continues to deliver the model’s well-known toughness but now comes with sharper visual distinction. The front end wears a new black grille paired with an X-formation bumper cladding, while carbon fibre-look fender garnishes and black over-fenders further enhance its muscular stance. At the rear, a new shark fin antenna, a redesigned black bumper, and a bold tailgate decal make the truck instantly recognisable and set it apart from the standard Navara range.

Inside, Nissan has introduced a number of updates designed to blend durability with comfort. A soft-touch dashboard with double stitching, a modernised centre console and a leather-wrapped steering wheel with a smooth-grain finish lift the overall cabin ambience. Technology plays a key role too, with an 8-inch infotainment screen supporting Android Auto and Apple CarPlay to ensure seamless connectivity. Seating has also been improved with stain-resistant QUOLE MODURE upholstery, designed to minimise heat build-up, while the Zero Gravity front seats continue to provide long-distance comfort and reduced fatigue.

Underneath, the Navara X-Tremer retains the tried-and-tested suspension setup that gives it a balance between stability and ride comfort. The system combines an independent double-wishbone with a front stabiliser bar and a multilink suspension with dual-rate coil springs, effectively reducing body toss and improving ride quality. Braking comes courtesy of ventilated discs at the front and drum brakes at the rear, ensuring reliable stopping power even with heavy loads.

In terms of safety, the Navara X-Tremer benefits from Nissan Intelligent Mobility technologies such as Intelligent Predictive Forward Collision Warning, Intelligent Emergency Braking, Blind Spot Warning, Lane Departure Warning and Rear Cross Traffic Alert. These are further supported by a comprehensive suite of active safety systems including ABS, EBD, Brake Assist, Vehicle Dynamic Control, Traction Control, Active Brake Limited Slip, Hill Start Assist, Hill Descent Control, Trailer Sway Assist, and an electronic locking rear differential. Together, these features provide drivers with confidence and control across a wide range of conditions.

The New Nissan Navara X-Tremer is available in three variants: the 2.5L Turbo V priced at RM134,800 in Peninsular Malaysia and RM136,850 in Sabah and Sarawak; the 2.5L Turbo VL at RM146,900 in Peninsular Malaysia and RM148,950 in Sabah and Sarawak; and the flagship 2.5L Turbo PRO-4X at RM154,800 in Peninsular Malaysia and RM156,850 in Sabah and Sarawak. Adding further incentive, ETCM is offering customers who purchase and register the new model a cash rebate of up to RM8,000.

The Navara X-Tremer will make its public appearance at the Nissan Roadshow, which takes place at East Coast Mall in Kuantan from 10 to 14 September 2025. For Malaysians seeking a pickup that combines bold design with proven performance, this latest addition to the Navara line-up makes a compelling case.

Nissan Almera Edisi KURO (Hitam) baharu ini ditampilkan dengan peralatan standard pada ketiga-tiga varian, iaitu penambahbaikan bergaya yang dipasang di kilang dengan kemasan hitam berkilat pada pelapisan gril hadapan dan rim aloi berwarna hitam. Para pelanggan boleh mengembangkan lagi tema tersembunyi dengan pilihan Pakej KURO atau Pakej KURO GT yang boleh meningkatkan rupa Edisi KURO (Hitam) Almera dengan lebih ketara.  

Berdasarkan aerokit yang dibangunkan secara eksklusif oleh TOMEI Japan untuk Almera Turbo, Pakej KURO didatangkan dengan Spoiler Bampar Depan Hitam Berkilat, Spoiler Bampar Belakang Hitam Berkilat, Skirt Sisi Hitam Berkilat dan Spoiler Penutup But Hitam Berkilat, serta dilengkapi dengan aksesori yang bernas seperti  Filem Tinting ICE Cool, Pedal Sukan, Plat Pemijak Kaki, Pelindung Pemegang Pintu dan Visor Pintu. 

Bagi sesiapa yang ingin menonjolkan lagi potensi gaya penuh Edisi KURO (Hitam) Almera bolehlah memilih Pakej KURO GT yang menambahkan lagi keunikan TOMEI GT Wing dan rim aloi perlumbaan IMPUL 16-inci untuk penampilan tersembunyi yang lengkap.

Dilengkapi dengan inovasi teknologi di bawah inisiatif Nissan Intelligent Mobility dan Nissan Safety Shield 360, Nissan Almera Turbo merupakan salah satu sedan-B tercanggih dalam pasaran. Ia menawarkan alat bantuan pemanduan canggih seperti Sistem Amaran Pelanggaran Hadapan Pintar (Intelligent Forward Collision Warning) dan Sistem Brek Kecemasan Hadapan Pintar (Intelligent Forward Emergency Braking) yang merupakan ciri-ciri standard bagi ketiga-tiga varian, dengan tambahan Amaran Titik Buta (Blind Spot Warning), Amaran Lintasan Trafik Belakang (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) dan kamera 360° Sistem Monitor Pandangan Keliling Pintar (Intelligent Around View Monitor) dengan Pengesan Objek Bergerak Pinta (Moving Object Detection) pada varian gred tertinggi VLT.

Untuk mencapai penarafan penjimatan bahan api 18.4km/L yang mengagumkan, Nissan Almera Turbo menggunakan teknologi Saduran Gerek Cermin yang berasal daripada Nissan GT-R R35 ikonik dalam enjin pengecas turbonya untuk mengurangkan geseran dan haba, dan disokong oleh XTRONIC Continuously Variable Transmission yang cekap bersama D-Step Logic dan Mod Sukan. Tork 152Nm yang dihasilkan oleh enjin 1.0 liter pengecas turbo Almera Turbo dapat mengatasi output tork enjin aspirasi semula jadi 1.5 liter saingannya dengan mudah. 

Dengan inspirasi ‘Gliding Wing’, reka bentuk papan pemuka Almera Turbo adalah kontemporari dan dilengkapi dengan bahan premium yang menggabungkan kemasan krom, piano hitam, corak gentian karbon dan stereng tiga jejari rata pada bahagian bawahnya untuk suasana kabin yang benar-benar sporty. Nissan Almera juga menawarkan pemandu paparan maklumat hiburan skrin sentuh 8-inci (dengan Apple CarPlayTM and Android AutoTM) dan meter paparan semi digital warna sepenuhnya 7-inci, pada masa yang sama memberikan ruang kaki yang luas untuk penumpang belakang dengan jarak roda sepanjang 2,620mm. 

Nissan Almera Edisi KURO (Hitam) baharu dijual dengan harga bermula dari RM83,888, dengan tawaran promosi pelancaran RM1,000 untuk Pakej KURO atau RM1,500 untuk edisi terhad Pakej KURO GT (terhad pada 300 set kenderaan) dengan ansuran bulan rendah bermula dari RM658. Kenderaan ini sekarang berada di bilik pameran Nissan di seluruh Malaysia untuk dilihat dan pandu uji.