Verdict
At RM138,800, the five-seat Omoda Jaecoo J7 undercuts the RM154,800 Nissan Serena e-Power by RM10,000 and brings a 412-litre boot against 280 litres. It also gets adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping steering correction and a 360-degree camera, while the Nissan uses passive cruise control and a reversing camera. The Serena answers with seven seats and a 2,870 mm wheelbase. Its second row slides and reclines. Buy the Serena for people-moving duty; choose the J7 if luggage space and driver assistance matter more.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J7 if you want the lower entry price, a larger 412-litre boot and more comprehensive driver-assistance equipment.
Pick the Nissan Serena e-Power if carrying up to seven people with a sliding, reclining second row matters more than boot capacity.
Key differences
- Seating: Omoda Jaecoo J7 has 5 seats; Nissan Serena e-Power has 7 seats.
- Boot space: Omoda Jaecoo J7 has 412 litres; Nissan Serena e-Power has 280 litres.
- Wheelbase: Omoda Jaecoo J7 measures 2,672 mm; Nissan Serena e-Power measures 2,870 mm.
- Length: Omoda Jaecoo J7 is 4,500 mm long; Nissan Serena e-Power is 4,690 mm long.
- Wheels: Omoda Jaecoo J7 uses 19-inch alloys; Nissan Serena e-Power uses 16-inch alloys.
- Manufacturer warranty: Omoda Jaecoo J7 gets 7 years/150,000 km; Nissan Serena e-Power gets 5 years/100,000 km.
J7
- 412-litre boot, 132 litres larger than the Serena's.
- Adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping steering correction and 360-degree camera.
- Seven-year/150,000 km manufacturer warranty.
- Five seats versus the Serena e-Power's seven.
- No powered sliding door.
- Rear air-con has vents only; the Serena adds blower control.
Serena e-Power
- Seven-seat cabin with sliding and reclining second-row seats.
- Powered left sliding door.
- Rear air-con vents with blower control and an eight-year/160,000 km e-Power components warranty.
- 280-litre boot, versus 412 litres in the J7.
- Passive cruise control rather than adaptive cruise control, with no lane-keeping assist.
- Five-year/100,000 km manufacturer warranty, shorter than the J7's coverage.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM138,800✓ | 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 with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC naturally-aspirated, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,598 cc | 1,433 cc |
| Horsepower | 194 hp✓ | 97 hp |
| Torque | 290 Nm✓ | 123 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 77 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 9.9 | — |
| 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 Gearbox | — |
| Gears | 7 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.2 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,500 mm | 4,690 mm |
| Width | 1,865 mm | 1,695 mm |
| Height | 1,680 mm | 1,885 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,672 mm | 2,870 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,784 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 52 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 412 litres✓ | 280 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R19 | 205/65R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R19 | 205/65R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Cooper Evolution CTT | 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 & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag | 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 on 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 Projectors | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver & Front Passenger Powered Seats | 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 |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear, 2 Wireless Chargers | 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 |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade | — |
| Audio | 14.8-inch Portrait Touchscreen with Sony Sound System, Apple CarPlay and 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 Push Button | 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 | Powered Boot | Manual Operation with Split Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| 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 | — | 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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J7 vs Serena e-Power FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo J7 or Nissan Serena e-Power better?
The J7 is the better buy for lower upfront cost, a 412-litre boot and stronger driver assistance. The Serena e-Power is better if seven seats, its 2,870 mm wheelbase and a sliding second row are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Omoda Jaecoo J7 costs RM138,800 and the Nissan Serena e-Power costs RM154,800. The Serena e-Power is RM10,000 more expensive.
Which one is better for carrying seven people?
The Nissan Serena e-Power is the clear choice: it has seven seats, a 50:50 split-folding third row and a sliding, reclining second row. The Omoda Jaecoo J7 has five seats.