Hyundai Staria vs Nissan Serena e-Power
Verdict
For Malaysian buyers, the Staria offers a more spacious interior with 10 seats and a robust 2,199 cc diesel engine producing 175 hp and 431 Nm of torque, making it ideal for larger families or group travel. In contrast, the Serena e-Power, priced lower at RM 154,800, features a petrol hybrid engine that is more fuel-efficient, with a smaller 1,433 cc engine generating 97 hp and 123 Nm of torque, appealing to those prioritising economy and eco-friendliness.
Pick the Staria if you need maximum seating capacity and power.
Pick the Serena e-Power if you prefer a more economical and environmentally friendly option.
Key differences
- Price: RM 179,888 (Staria) vs RM 154,800 (Serena e-Power)
- Seats: 10 (Staria) vs 7 (Serena e-Power)
- Engine: 2,199 cc (Staria) vs 1,433 cc (Serena e-Power)
- Power: 175 hp (Staria) vs 97 hp (Serena e-Power)
- Torque: 431 Nm (Staria) vs 123 Nm (Serena e-Power)
- Boot space: 430 L (Staria) vs 280 L (Serena e-Power)
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 179,888 | RM 154,800✓ |
| Body type | MPV | MPV |
| Segment | D-Segment | C-Segment |
| Seats | 10 | 7 |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Engine | 2,199 cc | 1,433 cc |
| Power | 175 hp✓ | 97 hp |
| Torque | 431 Nm✓ | 123 Nm |
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driven wheels | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | 12.4 s | — |
| Top speed | 185 km/h | — |
| Efficiency | ||
| Battery | — | 1.8 kWh |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,253 mm | 4,690 mm |
| Width | 1,997 mm | 1,695 mm |
| Height | 1,990 mm | 1,885 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,273 mm | 2,870 mm |
| Boot space | 430 L✓ | 280 L |
| Fuel tank | 75 L | 52 L |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| Auto emergency braking | — | Yes |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 8✓ | 5 |
| Road tax / year | RM 599 | RM 120✓ |
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.
Staria
- Spacious interior for large families
- Powerful diesel engine
- Higher boot space for luggage
- Higher price point
- Less fuel-efficient compared to hybrids
Serena e-Power
- Lower purchase price
- Hybrid engine offers better fuel economy
- Advanced safety features like auto emergency braking
- Less seating capacity
- Lower power output may affect performance
Staria vs Serena e-Power FAQ
Is the Staria or Serena e-Power better?
It depends on your needs; the Staria is better for larger groups, while the Serena e-Power is more economical and eco-friendly.
What is the price difference?
The Staria is priced at RM 179,888, while the Serena e-Power costs RM 154,800, making the Serena RM 25,088 cheaper.
How do their fuel types compare?
The Staria uses a diesel engine, while the Serena e-Power features a petrol hybrid engine, offering different benefits in terms of efficiency and emissions.