Verdict
The C27 costs RM16,909 more, but it is the meaningful step forward for a Malaysian family: six airbags rather than two, autonomous braking with pedestrian detection, blind-spot monitoring and a 360-degree camera address the C26’s biggest gaps. It also brings a 6.75-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus eight USB ports against one. The older C26 counters with eight seats, 210 Nm instead of 200 Nm and a claimed 6.6 L/100 km versus 7.0 L/100 km. Buy it only if the extra seat and lower entry price matter more than active safety.
Pick the Nissan Serena S-Hybrid C26 Facelift if you need eight seats and want the RM16,909 lower purchase price, stronger 210 Nm torque and 16-inch wheels.
Pick the Nissan Serena S-Hybrid C27 Facelift if you want six airbags, autonomous braking with pedestrian detection, blind-spot monitoring and modern phone connectivity for a seven-seat family MPV.
Key differences
- Price: C26 RM132,979; C27 RM149,888.
- Power and torque: C26 143 hp and 210 Nm; C27 148 hp and 200 Nm.
- Rated economy: C26 6.6 L/100 km; C27 7.0 L/100 km.
- Seating and airbags: C26 has 8 seats and 2 airbags; C27 has 7 seats and 6 airbags.
- Wheels and tyres: C26 16-inch alloys with 195/60R16 tyres; C27 15-inch alloys with 195/65R15 tyres.
- Warranty: C26 3 years/100,000 km; C27 5 years/unlimited mileage.
C26 Facelift
- Eight-seat cabin with eight three-point seat belts.
- 210 Nm, 10 Nm more torque than the C27.
- 16-inch alloy wheels and claimed 6.6 L/100 km economy.
- Only two airbags versus the C27’s six.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot information system or reverse camera.
- CD/MP3 audio and one front power socket, rather than touchscreen smartphone integration and eight USB ports.
C27 Facelift
- Six airbags, autonomous braking with pedestrian detection and blind-spot information system.
- 6.75-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Bluetooth.
- 360-degree camera with moving object detection, plus five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
- Costs RM16,909 more.
- Seven seats instead of eight.
- Claims 7.0 L/100 km and has 200 Nm, versus the C26’s 6.6 L/100 km and 210 Nm.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM132,979✓ | RM149,888 |
| Body type | MPV | MPV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439 | RM439 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,997 cc | 1,997 cc |
| Horsepower | 143 hp at 5,600 rpm | 148 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 210 Nm at 4,400 rpm✓ | 200 Nm at 4,400 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | 84 mm × 90.1 mm | 84 mm × 90.1 mm |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 3 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | — | 48 Nm✓ |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Xtronic CVT | Xtronic CVT |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Jatco | Jatco |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 6.6 L/100 km✓ | 7 L/100 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,770 mm | 4,770 mm |
| Width | 1,735 mm | 1,740 mm |
| Height | 1,865 mm | 1,865 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,860 mm | 2,860 mm |
| Weight | 1,660 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | 60 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 8 | 7 |
| Front Tyre | 195/60R16 | 195/65R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 195/60R16 | 195/65R15 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Ecopia EP150 | Bridgestone Ecopia EP150 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 15" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 15" Alloy |
| 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 8 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on outer rear middle row seats | Available for 2nd Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection (from 5 km/h) |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | Front Seats Only |
| Safety Notes | — | 5 Times Free Service |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable with Retractable Armrest | Manual Adjustable with Retractable Armrests |
| Rear Seats | Manual reclining and sliding middle row with 40:20:40 Split-folding and SMART Centre Seat, Last Row 50:50 Split-folding and Flip-up | 2nd Row Manual Adjustable with Retractable Armrests, Long Slide Function and Tray Tables, 3rd Row 50:50 Split-folding and Flip-up |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 3 Front USB, 2 2nd Row USB, 2 3rd Row USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 5 Middle Row, 2 Last Row | 2 Front, 4 2nd Row, 4 3rd Row |
| Sun Shade | Manual rear door window shades | Manual Rear Door Window Shades |
| Audio | Radio CD/MP3 Player with Four Speakers | 6.75" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side 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 Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activated | Manual Operation with Split Opening |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, with 360-degree Camera and Moving Object Detection |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | Power Sliding Rear Doors with One-touch Auto Close, Anti-pinch, Remote Control and Driver Control Activation | Power Sliding Rear Doors with Contactless Operation, Anti Pinch, Remote Control and Driver Control Operation |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Foot-operated | Foot-operated |
| Convenience Notes | — | Ice Cool Tint |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 3-year/100,000 km free maintenance | 5 Times Free Service |
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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C26 Facelift vs C27 Facelift FAQ
Is the Nissan Serena S-Hybrid C26 Facelift or Nissan Serena S-Hybrid C27 Facelift better?
The C27 is better for most buyers because it adds four airbags, autonomous braking with pedestrian detection, blind-spot monitoring, a 360-degree camera and smartphone-connected infotainment. Choose the C26 only if its eighth seat, lower price and slightly better claimed economy are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Nissan Serena S-Hybrid C27 Facelift costs RM16,909 more than the C26 Facelift: RM149,888 against RM132,979.
Which Serena has more seats and better safety equipment?
The C26 has eight seats, one more than the C27’s seven. The C27 is much better equipped for safety, with six airbags, autonomous braking with pedestrian detection, collision warning and blind-spot information; the C26 has two airbags and lacks those systems.
