Nissan Serena e-Power vs Zeekr 009
Verdict
The Nissan Serena e-Power is the sensible family bus here: RM154,800, seven seats, a 52-litre petrol-hybrid/REV setup and a compact 1,695 mm width that suits Malaysian parking bays. The Zeekr 009 costs RM299,800, so the RM145,000 gap buys a much larger executive MPV with 604 km EV range, 335 hp, 574 litres of boot space, air suspension and far richer cabin kit. Mechanically and materially, the Zeekr is in another league. But the Serena is far easier on the wallet.
Pick the Nissan Serena e-Power if you want a seven-seat MPV with lower purchase cost, petrol-hybrid/REV running and narrower city-friendly dimensions.
Pick the Zeekr 009 if you want the bigger, quicker and better-equipped executive MPV, and can justify the RM145,000 jump.
Key differences
- Price: Nissan Serena e-Power RM154,800; Zeekr 009 RM299,800
- Motor output: Nissan Serena e-Power 160 hp/315 Nm; Zeekr 009 335 hp/373 Nm
- Battery and range: Nissan Serena e-Power 1.77 kWh with no EV range figure; Zeekr 009 116 kWh with 604 km EV range
- Size: Nissan Serena e-Power 4,690 mm long and 1,695 mm wide; Zeekr 009 5,209 mm long and 2,024 mm wide
- Boot space: Nissan Serena e-Power 280 litres; Zeekr 009 574 litres
- Suspension and wheels: Nissan Serena e-Power torsion beam rear with 16-inch alloys; Zeekr 009 multi-link air suspension with 20-inch alloys
Serena e-Power
- RM145,000 cheaper to buy
- Narrower 1,695 mm body is easier to place in town
- Petrol-hybrid/REV setup with a 52-litre fuel tank
- Far less motor power: 160 hp versus 335 hp
- Much smaller boot: 280 litres versus 574 litres
- Less driver assistance kit, with passive cruise control and no lane-keeping assist
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- 604 km EV range with 150 kW DC charging
- Bigger cabin footprint and 574-litre boot
- Air suspension, powered massage/ventilated seats and 30-speaker Yamaha audio
- RM145,000 more expensive to buy
- Much wider and longer: 2,024 mm wide and 5,209 mm long
- Higher annual road tax: RM395 versus RM120
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 154,800✓ | RM 299,800 |
| Body type | MPV | MPV |
| Segment | C-Segment | Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC naturally-aspirated, variable valve timing | — |
| Capacity | 1,433 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 97 hp | — |
| Torque | 123 Nm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 160 hp | 335 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 315 Nm | 373 Nm✓ |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Nickel Mangenese Cobalt |
| Battery Capacity | 1.77 kWh | 116 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | — | 604 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | — | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | — | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 150 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 7.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 210 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,690 mm | 5,209 mm |
| Width | 1,695 mm | 2,024 mm |
| Height | 1,885 mm | 1,848 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,870 mm | 3,205 mm |
| Weight | 1,784 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 52 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 280 litres | 574 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 205/65R16 | 265/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 205/65R16 | 265/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Assurance MaxGuard | Michelin Pilot Sport EV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Four-chamber Air Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Middle Row Passenger Seats | Available on Four Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Matrix LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Powered Front Seats with Massage and Ventilation Functions |
| Rear Seats | 50:50 Split-folding, Sliding and Reclining 2nd Row, 50:50 Split-folding 3rd Row | Captain Middle Seats with Massage, Ventilation and Ottoman Functions, 60:40 Split-folding Third Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Ports Front | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Middle, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights, Intelligent Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Middle, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Panoramic Glass Roof and Window Shades |
| Audio | 9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 4 Speakers | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 30-speaker Yamaha Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Operation (Depress Brake To Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation with Split Opening | Contactless Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360-degree Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | Powered Left Sliding Door, Manual Right Sliding Door | Sliding Rear Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| 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 | 8-Year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 120✓ | RM 395 |
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 vs 009 FAQ
Is the Nissan Serena e-Power or Zeekr 009 better?
The Zeekr 009 is the stronger car on paper, with more power, range, boot space and equipment. The Nissan Serena e-Power is better if price, compact width and petrol-hybrid/REV convenience matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Zeekr 009 costs RM145,000 more than the Nissan Serena e-Power. That premium buys a larger EV MPV with 604 km range, 335 hp, air suspension and a much richer cabin specification.
Which one has more boot space?
The Zeekr 009 has the bigger boot at 574 litres, compared with 280 litres in the Nissan Serena e-Power. For luggage-heavy family trips, the Zeekr has the clear advantage.