Nissan Serena e-Power vs Toyota Innova Zenix
Verdict
For Malaysian buyers, the Nissan Serena e-Power offers a more economical choice at RM 154,800, featuring a hybrid engine that provides better fuel efficiency with a 1.8 kWh battery. In contrast, the Innova Zenix, priced at RM 165,000, boasts a more powerful 1,987 cc engine with 174 hp and 205 Nm of torque, catering to those prioritising performance and a larger 8-seat capacity.
Pick the Serena e-Power if you prefer a more economical hybrid option with lower running costs.
Pick the Innova Zenix if you need more power and an additional seating capacity for larger families.
Key differences
- Price: RM 154,800 (Serena e-Power) vs RM 165,000 (Innova Zenix)
- Engine: 1,433 cc (Serena e-Power) vs 1,987 cc (Innova Zenix)
- Power: 97 hp (Serena e-Power) vs 174 hp (Innova Zenix)
- Torque: 123 Nm (Serena e-Power) vs 205 Nm (Innova Zenix)
- Seats: 7 (Serena e-Power) vs 8 (Innova Zenix)
- Boot space: 280 L (Serena e-Power) vs 239 L (Innova Zenix)
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 154,800✓ | RM 165,000 |
| Body type | MPV | MPV |
| Segment | C-Segment | D-Segment |
| Seats | 7 | 8 |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol |
| Engine | 1,433 cc | 1,987 cc |
| Power | 97 hp | 174 hp✓ |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 205 Nm✓ |
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Driven wheels | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Efficiency | ||
| Battery | 1.8 kWh | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,690 mm | 4,760 mm |
| Width | 1,695 mm | 1,850 mm |
| Height | 1,885 mm | 1,795 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,870 mm | 2,850 mm |
| Boot space | 280 L✓ | 239 L |
| Fuel tank | 52 L | 52 L |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| Auto emergency braking | Yes | Yes |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 5 | 5 |
| Road tax / year | RM 120✓ | RM 435 |
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.
Serena e-Power
- More economical with hybrid technology
- Lower road tax at RM 120 per year
- Spacious boot space of 280 L
- Less powerful engine with only 97 hp
- Fewer seats at 7 compared to competitors
Innova Zenix
- Higher power output with 174 hp
- Larger seating capacity for 8 passengers
- Robust torque of 205 Nm for better performance
- Higher price at RM 165,000
- Higher road tax at RM 435 per year
Serena e-Power vs Innova Zenix FAQ
Is the Serena e-Power or Innova Zenix better?
It depends on your needs; choose the Serena for fuel efficiency and lower costs, or the Innova for power and space.
What is the price difference?
The Serena e-Power is priced at RM 154,800, while the Innova Zenix costs RM 165,000, making a RM 10,200 difference.
How do the engines compare?
The Serena features a 1,433 cc hybrid engine with 97 hp, while the Innova has a 1,987 cc petrol engine producing 174 hp.