Verdict
The Mitsubishi Xpander makes the stronger cost-and-carry case: it is RM54,820 cheaper and has a 495-litre boot against the Nissan Serena e-Power’s 280 litres, while both seat seven. The Serena is the larger C-segment MPV, with a 2,870-mm wheelbase versus 2,775 mm, and its e-Power system has a 160-hp, 315-Nm motor. More importantly for family use, it brings six airbags, autonomous braking and blind-spot monitoring; the Xpander has two airbags and lacks those systems. Choose space and lower outlay, or pay for safety kit and electric-motor output.
Pick the Mitsubishi Xpander if a RM54,820 lower purchase price, a 495-litre boot and a full-size spare matter more than active-safety equipment.
Pick the Nissan Serena e-Power if you want six airbags, autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and a 160-hp/315-Nm electric motor for seven-seat duty.
Key differences
- Price: Mitsubishi Xpander RM99,980; Nissan Serena e-Power RM154,800.
- Boot space: Mitsubishi Xpander 495 litres; Nissan Serena e-Power 280 litres.
- Power output: Mitsubishi Xpander 104 hp/141 Nm; Nissan Serena e-Power motor 160 hp/315 Nm.
- Safety airbags: Mitsubishi Xpander 2; Nissan Serena e-Power 6.
- Wheelbase: Mitsubishi Xpander 2,775 mm; Nissan Serena e-Power 2,870 mm.
- Warranty mileage: Mitsubishi Xpander 5 years/unlimited mileage; Nissan Serena e-Power 5 years/100,000 km.
Xpander
- RM54,820 lower purchase price.
- 495-litre boot and full-size spare tyre.
- 17-inch alloy wheels.
- Two airbags versus six.
- No autonomous braking, collision warning or blind-spot monitoring.
- No powered sliding door; the Serena has a powered left sliding door.
Serena e-Power
- Six airbags, autonomous braking and blind-spot monitoring.
- 160-hp, 315-Nm motor with a 1.77-kWh battery.
- Sliding and reclining second row, dual-zone automatic climate control and a powered left sliding door.
- RM54,820 more expensive.
- 280-litre boot versus 495 litres.
- Tyre repair kit instead of the Xpander's full-size spare tyre.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM99,980✓ | RM154,800 |
| Body type | MPV | MPV |
| Segment | B-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC naturally-aspirated, variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC naturally-aspirated, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,499 cc | 1,433 cc |
| Horsepower | 104 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ | 97 hp |
| Torque | 141 Nm at 4,000 rpm✓ | 123 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 3 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | 75 mm × 84.8 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 160 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 315 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 1.77 kWh |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 4AT | — |
| Gears | 4 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Jatco | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,475 mm | 4,690 mm |
| Width | 1,750 mm | 1,695 mm |
| Height | 1,720 mm | 1,885 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,775 mm | 2,870 mm |
| Weight | 1,240 kg | 1,784 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 45 litres | 52 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 495 litres✓ | 280 litres |
| Front Tyre | 205/55R17 | 205/65R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 205/55R17 | 205/65R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Ecopia 150 | Goodyear Assurance MaxGuard |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | 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 | 2 (Driver and Passenger) | 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 for two outer middle row passenger seats | Available on Middle Row Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | No |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Second row 60:40 Split Fold, Third row 50:50 Split Fold | 50:50 Split-folding, Sliding and Reclining 2nd Row, 50:50 Split-folding 3rd Row |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Manual Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower Control | 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 Middle Row, 2 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Audio | 9" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down | 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 | 2 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 | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 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.
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Xpander vs Serena e-Power FAQ
Is the Mitsubishi Xpander or Nissan Serena e-Power better?
The Serena e-Power is better for safety equipment and motor output, with six airbags, autonomous braking and 160 hp/315 Nm. The Xpander is better for lower purchase cost and luggage capacity, with a 495-litre boot versus 280 litres.
What is the price difference?
The Nissan Serena e-Power costs RM54,820 more than the Mitsubishi Xpander: RM154,800 against RM99,980.
Which MPV has more luggage space?
The Mitsubishi Xpander has more boot space at 495 litres, compared with 280 litres in the Nissan Serena e-Power. Both are seven-seat MPVs.
