Verdict
The Nissan Serena e-Power costs RM154,800 against the Proton Exora’s RM59,800, a RM95,000 gap that buys a 160 hp, 315 Nm electric motor, six airbags and 280 litres of boot space. Its 2,870-mm wheelbase is 140 mm longer, while the Exora is 114 mm wider and 337 kg lighter. Both seat seven and use front-wheel drive, but the Serena is the better-equipped family MPV with autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and a powered left sliding door. The Exora is the budget answer, with more engine torque but far less safety kit.
The Serena e-Power Shiro Premium Highway Star (RM179,800) sits above every Exora variant here, so the verdict compares the closest-priced pairing — use the selectors above to match any two trims.
Pick the Nissan Serena e-Power if you want seven seats with 280 litres of luggage room, six airbags, autonomous braking and e-Power electric-motor drive.
Pick the Proton Exora if keeping the purchase price to RM59,800 matters more than advanced safety equipment, boot capacity and convenience features.
Key differences
- Price: Nissan Serena e-Power RM154,800; Proton Exora RM59,800.
- Powertrain output: Serena e-Power motor 160 hp and 315 Nm; Exora engine 138 hp and 205 Nm.
- Safety: Serena e-Power has 6 airbags; Exora has 2 airbags.
- Boot space: Serena e-Power 280 litres; Exora 132 litres.
- Wheelbase: Serena e-Power 2,870 mm; Exora 2,730 mm.
- Kerb weight: Serena e-Power 1,784 kg; Exora 1,447 kg.
Serena e-Power
- 160 hp, 315 Nm electric motor
- Six airbags, autonomous braking and blind-spot monitoring
- 280-litre boot and powered left sliding door
- RM95,000 more expensive
- 337 kg heavier
- No full-size spare tyre; it uses a tyre repair kit
Exora
- Much lower RM59,800 entry price
- Lighter 1,447-kg kerb weight
- Full-size 16-inch steel spare tyre
- Only two airbags versus the Serena e-Power’s six
- No stability control, autonomous braking or reverse camera
- 132-litre boot is 148 litres smaller
What the Serena e-Power has over the Exora
What the Exora has over the Serena e-Power
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The Serena e-Power's wheelbase is 140 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The Exora is 114 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays. Boot space favours the Serena e-Power: 280 litres against 132.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM154,800 | RM59,800✓ |
| Body type | MPV | MPV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,580/mo | RM610/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM4,304 | RM1,834✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC naturally-aspirated, variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, turbocharged |
| Capacity | 1,433 cc | 1,561 cc |
| Horsepower | 97 hp | 138 hp at 5,000 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 205 Nm at 2,000 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 3 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 76 mm × 86 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 8.9 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 160 hp✓ | — |
| Motor Torque | 315 Nm✓ | — |
| Battery Capacity | 1.77 kWh | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | CVT |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Punch Powertrain |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,690 mm | 4,610 mm |
| Width | 1,695 mm | 1,809 mm |
| Height | 1,885 mm | 1,691 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,870 mm | 2,730 mm |
| Weight | 1,784 kg | 1,447 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 52 litres | 55 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 280 litres✓ | 132 litres |
| Front Tyre | 205/65R16 | 205/55R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 205/65R16 | 205/55R16 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Full-size 16" Steel |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Assurance MaxGuard | Goodyear Assurance |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 2 (Driver and Passenger) |
| 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 | 6 Three-point, 1 Lap-belt on Middle Row |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on Middle Row Passenger Seats | — |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Halogen Reflector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 50:50 Split-folding, Sliding and Reclining 2nd Row, 50:50 Split-folding 3rd Row | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower Control | Rear Vents with Blower |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Ports Front | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Back Row |
| Audio | 9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 4 Speakers | Radio with CD/MP3 player, Bluetooth, 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Down only |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Manual Key |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote control activation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation with Split Opening | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | Powered Left Sliding Door, Manual Right Sliding Door | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 150,000 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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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Serena e-Power vs Exora FAQ
Is the Nissan Serena e-Power or Proton Exora better?
The Nissan Serena e-Power is better equipped for family duty, with six airbags, autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, a reverse camera and a 280-litre boot. The Proton Exora is the better choice only when its far lower purchase price is the priority.
What is the price difference?
The Nissan Serena e-Power is RM95,000 more expensive than the Proton Exora: RM154,800 versus RM59,800.
Which MPV has more luggage space?
The Nissan Serena e-Power has 280 litres of boot space, compared with 132 litres in the Proton Exora. That is a 148-litre advantage for the Nissan.