Verdict
The Mitsubishi Xpander costs RM54,820 less, yet still gives seven seats and a far more useful 495-litre boot against the Nissan Serena e-Power’s 280 litres. The Serena is the larger MPV, with a 2,870-mm wheelbase versus 2,775 mm, and its 160-hp, 315-Nm motor dwarfs the Xpander’s 104 hp and 141 Nm petrol engine figures. It also brings autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and six airbags. For a Malaysian family watching the budget and carrying luggage, the Xpander is the sensible buy; the Serena justifies its extra outlay with safety kit, cabin flexibility and e-Power hardware.
Pick the Mitsubishi Xpander if you want seven seats, a 495-litre boot and a full-size spare while keeping RM54,820 in your pocket.
Pick the Nissan Serena e-Power if you will pay more for its 160-hp motor, six-airbag safety suite, powered left sliding door and sliding, reclining second row.
Key differences
- Price: Mitsubishi Xpander RM99,980; Nissan Serena e-Power RM154,800.
- Power figures: Xpander 104 hp and 141 Nm; Serena e-Power motor 160 hp and 315 Nm.
- Boot space: Xpander 495 litres; Serena e-Power 280 litres.
- Wheelbase: Xpander 2,775 mm; Serena e-Power 2,870 mm.
- Airbags: Xpander driver and passenger airbags; Serena e-Power driver, passenger, front-side and front/rear-curtain airbags.
- Kerb weight: Xpander 1,240 kg; Serena e-Power 1,784 kg.
Xpander
- 495-litre boot, versus 280 litres.
- Full-size spare tyre, where the Serena has a repair kit.
- 17-inch alloy wheels, versus 16-inch alloys.
- Only two airbags versus the Serena’s six.
- Single-zone manual air-conditioning versus dual-zone automatic climate control.
Serena e-Power
- 160-hp, 315-Nm motor.
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and six airbags.
- Powered left sliding door plus sliding and reclining second-row seats.
- 280-litre boot is 215 litres smaller than the Xpander’s.
- No spare tyre; it uses a tyre repair kit.
- 1,784 kg kerb weight is 544 kg higher than the Xpander’s.
| 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✓ | 97 hp |
| Torque | 141 Nm✓ | 123 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 75 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 | Driver and Passenger | 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 Xpander is the better value-led family choice, with the larger 495-litre boot. The Serena e-Power is better for buyers prioritising its 160-hp motor, longer 2,870-mm wheelbase and substantially stronger active and passive safety kit.
What is the price difference?
The Nissan Serena e-Power costs RM54,820 more than the Mitsubishi Xpander.
Which MPV has more luggage space?
The Mitsubishi Xpander has 495 litres of boot space, compared with 280 litres in the Nissan Serena e-Power. That is a 215-litre advantage for the Mitsubishi.