Verdict
The BYD M6 carries seven people with a 580-litre boot, versus 280 litres in the Nissan Serena e-Power, and its 55.4-kWh battery has a claimed 420 km range. It also has 7-kW AC and 89-kW DC charging. The Serena counters with a 2,870-mm wheelbase, powered left sliding door and a stronger safety list including autonomous braking, collision warning and blind-spot monitoring. The RM45,000 saving on the M6 matters, but buyers without dependable charging may prefer the Nissan’s petrol Hybrid/REV powertrain.
Pick the BYD M6 if you can charge regularly and want RM45,000 in savings, a claimed 420 km EV range and a 580-litre boot.
Pick the Nissan Serena e-Power if autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, a powered left sliding door and a petrol Hybrid/REV powertrain matter more than price and boot space.
Key differences
- Price: BYD M6 RM109,800 versus Nissan Serena e-Power RM154,800.
- Battery capacity: BYD M6 55.4 kWh versus Nissan Serena e-Power 1.77 kWh.
- Motor output: BYD M6 161 hp and 310 Nm versus Nissan Serena e-Power 160 hp and 315 Nm.
- Boot space: BYD M6 580 litres versus Nissan Serena e-Power 280 litres.
- Wheelbase: BYD M6 2,800 mm versus Nissan Serena e-Power 2,870 mm.
- Manufacturer warranty: BYD M6 six years/150,000 km versus Nissan Serena e-Power five years/100,000 km.
M6
- Claimed 420 km EV range with 7-kW AC and 89-kW DC charging.
- 580-litre boot is 300 litres larger.
- 12.8-inch rotating touchscreen, six speakers and 360-degree camera.
- No autonomous braking, collision warning or blind-spot monitoring.
- No powered sliding door; the Serena has a powered left sliding door.
Serena e-Power
- Autonomous braking, collision warning and blind-spot monitoring are fitted.
- Powered left sliding door and sliding, reclining second-row seats.
- Rear air-con has blower control, and there are cup holders in all three rows.
- Costs RM45,000 more than the BYD M6.
- 280-litre boot is 300 litres smaller than the M6's.
- Five-year/100,000-km manufacturer warranty is shorter than the M6's six-year/150,000-km cover.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM109,800✓ | RM154,800 |
| Body type | MPV | MPV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC naturally-aspirated, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,433 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 97 hp |
| Torque | — | 123 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 3 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 161 hp✓ | 160 hp |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | 315 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 55.4 kWh✓ | 1.77 kWh |
| EV Range | 420 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 89 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.1 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,695 mm | 4,690 mm |
| Width | 1,810 mm | 1,695 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,885 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,800 mm | 2,870 mm |
| Weight | 2,374 kg | 1,784 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 52 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 580 litres✓ | 280 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R17 | 205/65R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R17 | 205/65R16 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | GitiControl P10 | Goodyear Assurance MaxGuard |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 16" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 16" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| 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 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Seats | Available on Middle Row Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Second Row, 50:50 Split-folding Third Row | 50:50 Split-folding, Sliding and Reclining 2nd Row, 50:50 Split-folding 3rd Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents with Blower Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB Ports Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Audio | 12.8” Rotating Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, 6 Speakers, Bluetooth, Navigation | 9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Operation with Split Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | — | Powered Left Sliding Door, Manual Right Sliding Door |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty | 8-year/160,000 km ePower Components 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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M6 vs Serena e-Power FAQ
Is the BYD M6 or Nissan Serena e-Power better?
The BYD M6 is the better buy for buyers with charging access, thanks to its claimed 420 km range, 580-litre boot and lower price. The Serena e-Power is better for its active safety equipment and powered left sliding door.
What is the price difference?
The BYD M6 costs RM109,800 and the Nissan Serena e-Power costs RM154,800, so the Nissan is RM45,000 more expensive.
Which MPV has the better safety equipment?
The Nissan Serena e-Power has the stronger driver-assistance list, adding autonomous braking, collision warning and blind-spot monitoring. The BYD M6 has six airbags, ABS/EBD and stability control, but lacks those three systems.
