Verdict
At RM156,800, the Jetour T2 costs RM2,000 more than the RM154,800 Nissan Serena e-Power, but they answer very different Malaysian family needs. The T2 brings all-wheel drive, a 241 hp/375 Nm 2.0-litre turbo petrol engine and a 580-litre boot, yet seats only five and attracts RM439 annual road tax. The Serena’s seven seats, 2,870-mm wheelbase and powered left sliding door suit people-moving duty better. Its 160 hp/315 Nm motor is backed by a 1.77-kWh battery, while annual road tax is just RM120.
Pick the Jetour T2 if you need five-seat SUV packaging, all-wheel drive and a 580-litre boot rather than a third row.
Pick the Nissan Serena e-Power if seven seats, a powered left sliding door and RM120 annual road tax matter more than SUV space and all-wheel drive.
Key differences
- Price: Jetour T2 RM156,800; Nissan Serena e-Power RM154,800.
- Seating and boot space: Jetour T2 has 5 seats and 580 litres; Nissan Serena e-Power has 7 seats and 280 litres.
- Powertrain: Jetour T2 has a 241 hp/375 Nm 1,998-cc turbo petrol engine; Nissan Serena e-Power has a 97 hp/123 Nm 1,433-cc petrol engine plus a 160 hp/315 Nm…
- Driveline: Jetour T2 is all-wheel drive; Nissan Serena e-Power is front-wheel drive.
- Dimensions: Jetour T2 is 4,785 mm long and 2,006 mm wide; Nissan Serena e-Power is 4,690 mm long and 1,695 mm wide, with a longer 2,870-mm versus 2,800-mm…
- Road tax: Jetour T2 costs RM439 per year; Nissan Serena e-Power costs RM120 per year.
T2
- 580-litre boot and five-seat layout.
- All-wheel drive with 241 hp and 375 Nm.
- 15.6-inch touchscreen, 12-speaker Sony audio and ventilated power front seats.
- Only five seats versus the Serena e-Power's seven.
- RM439 annual road tax versus RM120.
- No powered sliding door; the Serena e-Power has one on the left.
Serena e-Power
- Seven seats with sliding, reclining second-row seats.
- Powered left sliding door.
- RM120 annual road tax and a 2,870-mm wheelbase.
- 280-litre boot is 300 litres smaller than the T2's.
- Front-wheel drive only, against the T2's all-wheel drive.
- No lane-keeping assist, front foglamps, sunroof or auto wipers.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM156,800 | RM154,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | MPV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC naturally-aspirated, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,433 cc |
| Horsepower | 241 hp✓ | 97 hp |
| Torque | 375 Nm✓ | 123 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | — |
| 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 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,785 mm | 4,690 mm |
| Width | 2,006 mm | 1,695 mm |
| Height | 1,880 mm | 1,885 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,800 mm | 2,870 mm |
| Weight | 1,880 kg | 1,784 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 70 litres | 52 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 580 litres✓ | 280 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/60R19 | 205/65R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/60R19 | 205/65R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Giti 4x4 AT71 | Goodyear Assurance MaxGuard |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 16" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 16" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 Outer Two Rear Seats | Available on Middle Row Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Ventilation Function | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 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 |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB Ports Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade | — |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Sony Sound System | 9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Operation (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 |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Manual Operation with Split Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Surround View Monitor | 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 | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 10 Years, 1,000,000 km Engine 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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T2 vs Serena e-Power FAQ
Is the Jetour T2 or Nissan Serena e-Power better?
The Serena e-Power is better for carrying up to seven people, aided by its sliding and reclining second row and powered left sliding door. Choose the T2 for all-wheel drive, a 580-litre boot and its 241 hp/375 Nm turbo petrol engine.
What is the price difference?
The Jetour T2 is RM2,000 more expensive than the Nissan Serena e-Power. Its annual road tax is also RM319 higher, at RM439 versus RM120.
Which is better for a larger family?
The Nissan Serena e-Power is the clear choice for a larger family because it has seven seats, 50:50-folding third-row seats, second-row sliding and reclining functions, plus cup holders for all three seating rows.
