Verdict
At RM159,800, the Tucson costs RM5,000 more than the RM154,800 Serena e-Power, but they answer very different family needs. The Hyundai brings a 178 hp/264 Nm 1.6-litre turbo, 582-litre boot and 8-year/160,000 km warranty. The Nissan counters with seven seats, a 160 hp/315 Nm drive motor fed by a 1.77 kWh battery, plus autonomous braking. Pick the Tucson for five people and substantial luggage; the Serena’s 280-litre boot is the price of carrying two extra occupants.
Pick the Hyundai Tucson if you need a five-seat SUV with a 582-litre boot, 178 hp turbo power and the longer 8-year/160,000 km vehicle warranty.
Pick the Nissan Serena e-Power if seven seats, a sliding second row, powered left sliding door and autonomous braking matter more than boot volume.
Key differences
- Price: Hyundai Tucson RM159,800; Nissan Serena e-Power RM154,800.
- Seating and boot space: Tucson 5 seats and 582 litres; Serena e-Power 7 seats and 280 litres.
- Powertrain: Tucson 1.6-litre turbo makes 178 hp and 264 Nm; Serena e-Power has a 160 hp, 315 Nm motor and 1.77 kWh battery.
- Wheelbase: Tucson 2,755 mm; Serena e-Power 2,870 mm.
- Warranty: Tucson 8 years/160,000 km; Serena e-Power 5 years/100,000 km vehicle warranty.
- Wheels: Tucson 18-inch alloys with 235/60R18 tyres; Serena e-Power 16-inch alloys with 205/65R16 tyres.
Tucson
- 582-litre boot is 302 litres larger.
- 178 hp and 264 Nm 1.6-litre turbo petrol engine.
- 8-year/160,000 km manufacturer warranty.
- Only five seats versus the Serena e-Power's seven.
- No autonomous braking.
- No powered sliding door.
Serena e-Power
- Seven seats with sliding, reclining second-row seats and a third row.
- 160 hp and 315 Nm electric drive motor.
- Autonomous braking and powered left sliding door.
- 280-litre boot is 302 litres smaller.
- 5-year/100,000 km vehicle warranty is shorter than the Tucson's 8-year/160,000 km cover.
- No adaptive cruise control or automatic wipers.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM159,800 | RM154,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | MPV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC naturally-aspirated, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,598 cc | 1,433 cc |
| Horsepower | 178 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ | 97 hp |
| Torque | 264 Nm at 1,500 rpm✓ | 123 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 3 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | 75.6 mm × 89 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 160 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 315 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 1.77 kWh |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed Dual Clutch Transmission | — |
| Gears | 7 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Hyundai | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Top Speed | 201 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,630 mm | 4,690 mm |
| Width | 1,865 mm | 1,695 mm |
| Height | 1,665 mm | 1,885 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,755 mm | 2,870 mm |
| Weight | 1,521 kg | 1,784 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 54 litres | 52 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 582 litres✓ | 280 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/60R18 | 205/65R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/60R18 | 205/65R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | — | Goodyear Assurance MaxGuard |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 16" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 16" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear 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 | 5 Three Point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2nd Row 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 Projectors | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-fold | 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 AC Vents | Rear Vents with Blower Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 2 USB Ports Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Audio | 12.3" Curved Widescreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto | 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 Entry (Push Button Start) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Manual Operation with Split Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 | 160,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 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.
Used Tucson & Serena e-Power for sale
Tucson vs Serena e-Power FAQ
Is the Hyundai Tucson or Nissan Serena e-Power better?
The Tucson is better for five occupants, luggage and warranty cover, with a 582-litre boot and 8-year/160,000 km warranty. The Serena e-Power is better for seven-seat family transport, adding a sliding second row, powered left sliding door and autonomous braking.
What is the price difference?
The Hyundai Tucson costs RM159,800 and the Nissan Serena e-Power costs RM154,800, so the Tucson is RM5,000 more expensive.
Which has more boot space, the Tucson or Serena e-Power?
The Tucson has 582 litres of boot space, compared with 280 litres in the Serena e-Power. The Hyundai gives you 302 litres more luggage capacity, while the Nissan provides two additional seats.
