Verdict
At RM154,800, the Nissan Serena e-Power costs RM4,000 less and brings seven seats, a 2,870-mm wheelbase and a petrol range-extender hybrid setup for families who regularly fill every row. The RM158,800 Zeekr X is the much quicker, more EV-focused choice: its 335-hp, 373-Nm rear motor reaches 100 km/h in 5.3 seconds, while the 66-kWh battery claims 440 km of range and accepts up to 200 kW DC charging. But its RM395 annual road tax is RM275 higher and it has only five seats.
Pick the Nissan Serena e-Power if you need seven seats and prefer a petrol hybrid with RM120 annual road tax.
Pick the Zeekr X if you can charge an EV and want 440 km of claimed range, 5.3-second performance and a larger 404-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price and road tax: Nissan Serena e-Power RM154,800 and RM120/year; Zeekr X RM158,800 and RM395/year.
- Seating and boot: Nissan Serena e-Power has 7 seats and 280 litres; Zeekr X has 5 seats and 404 litres.
- Motor output: Nissan Serena e-Power has 160 hp and 315 Nm; Zeekr X has 335 hp and 373 Nm.
- Battery and EV range: Nissan Serena e-Power has a 1.77-kWh battery with no EV range claim; Zeekr X has a 66-kWh battery and 440 km claimed range.
- Charging: Nissan Serena e-Power has no AC or DC charging rating; Zeekr X supports 11 kW AC and 200 kW DC charging.
- Dimensions: Nissan Serena e-Power is 4,690 mm long with a 2,870-mm wheelbase; Zeekr X is 4,432 mm long with a 2,750-mm wheelbase.
Serena e-Power
- Seven seats with sliding, reclining second-row seats and a split-folding third row.
- RM4,000 lower purchase price and RM275 lower annual road tax.
- 52-litre petrol tank and 8-year/160,000-km e-Power component warranty.
- 160 hp and 315 Nm fall far behind the Zeekr X's 335 hp and 373 Nm.
- 280-litre boot is 124 litres smaller than the Zeekr X's 404 litres.
- No lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise control or 360-degree camera.
X
- 335-hp, 373-Nm rear motor and a 5.3-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 66-kWh battery, 440 km claimed range, 11 kW AC and 200 kW DC charging.
- 404-litre boot, powered ventilated front seats and a 13-speaker Yamaha sound system.
- Five seats versus the Nissan Serena e-Power's seven.
- RM395 annual road tax is RM275 more than the Nissan Serena e-Power.
- Shorter 2,750-mm wheelbase than the Nissan Serena e-Power's 2,870 mm.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM154,800✓ | RM158,800 |
| Body type | MPV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM395 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC naturally-aspirated, variable valve timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,433 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 97 hp | — |
| Torque | 123 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 160 hp | 335 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 315 Nm | 373 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 1.77 kWh | 66 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | — | 440 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 200 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 5.3 seconds |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,690 mm | 4,432 mm |
| Width | 1,695 mm | 1,836 mm |
| Height | 1,885 mm | 1,566 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,870 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | 1,784 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 52 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 280 litres | 404 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 205/65R16 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 205/65R16 | 235/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Assurance MaxGuard | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloys | 19" Paddle Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloys | 19" Paddle Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| 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 | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Middle Row Passenger Seats | Available on Outer Two 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 | 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 Ventilation Functions and Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 50:50 Split-folding, Sliding and Reclining 2nd Row, 50:50 Split-folding 3rd Row | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower Control | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Ports Front | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 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 Rear |
| Audio | 9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 4 Speakers | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 13-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 | 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 | Powered Front 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 |
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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Serena e-Power vs X FAQ
Is the Nissan Serena e-Power or Zeekr X better?
The Nissan Serena e-Power is better for seven-seat family carrying and lower annual road tax. The Zeekr X is better for EV driving, with 440 km claimed range, 200 kW DC charging, 335 hp and a 404-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The Zeekr X costs RM158,800, which is RM4,000 more than the RM154,800 Nissan Serena e-Power. Its annual road tax is also RM395 versus RM120, a RM275 difference.
Which one carries more people?
The Nissan Serena e-Power carries seven people, using a 50:50 split-folding, sliding and reclining second row plus a 50:50 split-folding third row. The Zeekr X is a five-seater with a 60:40 split-folding rear bench.