Verdict
The RM373 step from the RM149,515 Nissan Serena S-Hybrid C26 to the RM149,888 Nissan Serena S-Hybrid C27 Facelift is tiny, but the newer seven-seater is materially easier to recommend. Its 148 hp petrol engine, 3 hp/48 Nm motor, 7.0 L/100 km rated economy and five-year unlimited-mileage warranty give it the stronger ownership case. More importantly, it adds autonomous braking with pedestrian detection, blind-spot monitoring and a 360-degree camera. The C26 still makes sense for buyers who genuinely need eight seats, prefer its 16-inch wheels, or want 210 Nm rather than 200 Nm.
Pick the Nissan Serena S-Hybrid C26 if eight seats, 210 Nm of torque and a remote-controlled boot matter more than newer safety kit.
Pick the Nissan Serena S-Hybrid C27 Facelift if you want autonomous braking, a 360-degree camera, smartphone connectivity and five-year unlimited-mileage warranty cover for only RM373 more.
Key differences
- Price: Nissan Serena S-Hybrid C26 RM149,515; Nissan Serena S-Hybrid C27 Facelift RM149,888.
- Seating: Nissan Serena S-Hybrid C26 has 8 seats; Nissan Serena S-Hybrid C27 Facelift has 7 seats.
- Output: Nissan Serena S-Hybrid C26 makes 145 hp and 210 Nm; Nissan Serena S-Hybrid C27 Facelift makes 148 hp and 200 Nm, plus a 3 hp/48 Nm motor.
- Safety: Nissan Serena S-Hybrid C26 has driver and passenger airbags; Nissan Serena S-Hybrid C27 Facelift adds front side plus front and rear curtain airbags,…
- Wheels: Nissan Serena S-Hybrid C26 uses 16-inch alloys with 195/60R16 tyres; Nissan Serena S-Hybrid C27 Facelift uses 15-inch alloys with 195/65R15 tyres.
- Warranty: Nissan Serena S-Hybrid C26 gets 3 years/100,000 km; Nissan Serena S-Hybrid C27 Facelift gets 5 years with unlimited mileage.
C26
- Eight-seat cabin with eight three-point seat belts.
- 210 Nm, 10 Nm more than the facelift.
- Remote-control activated boot operation.
- Only driver and passenger airbags, versus seven airbags in the facelift.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or collision warning.
- No reverse camera, Bluetooth or Apple CarPlay/Android Auto.
C27 Facelift
- Autonomous braking with pedestrian detection from 5 km/h, blind-spot monitoring and collision warning.
- 360-degree camera with moving object detection.
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty and eight USB ports.
- Seven seats instead of the C26's eight.
- 200 Nm is 10 Nm down on the C26.
- Manual split-opening boot instead of the C26's remote-controlled boot.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM149,515✓ | RM149,888 |
| Body type | MPV | MPV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439 | RM439 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,997 cc | 1,997 cc |
| Horsepower | 145 hp | 148 hp✓ |
| Torque | 210 Nm✓ | 200 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 3 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | — | 48 Nm✓ |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Xtronic CVT | Xtronic CVT |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Jatco | Jatco |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | —✓ | 7 L/100 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,770 mm | 4,770 mm |
| Width | 1,735 mm | 1,740 mm |
| Height | 1,865 mm | 1,865 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,860 mm | 2,860 mm |
| Weight | 1,660 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | 60 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 8 | 7 |
| Front Tyre | 195/60R16 | 195/65R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 195/60R16 | 195/65R15 |
| Factory Tyres | — | Bridgestone Ecopia EP150 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 15" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 15" Alloy |
| 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 8 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on outer rear middle row seats | Available for 2nd Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection (from 5 km/h) |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | Front Seats Only |
| Safety Notes | — | 5 Times Free Service |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable with Retractable Armrest | Manual Adjustable with Retractable Armrests |
| Rear Seats | Manual reclining and sliding middle row with 40:20:40 Split-folding and SMART Centre Seat, Last Row 50:50 Split-folding and Flip-up | 2nd Row Manual Adjustable with Retractable Armrests, Long Slide Function and Tray Tables, 3rd Row 50:50 Split-folding and Flip-up |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 3 Front USB, 2 2nd Row USB, 2 3rd Row USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 5 Middle Row, 2 Last Row | 2 Front, 4 2nd Row, 4 3rd Row |
| Sun Shade | Manual rear door window shades | Manual Rear Door Window Shades |
| Audio | Radio CD/MP3 Player with Four Speakers | 6.75" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | 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 Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activated | Manual Operation with Split Opening |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, with 360-degree Camera and Moving Object Detection |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | Power Sliding Rear Doors with One-touch Auto Close, Anti-pinch, Remote Control and Driver Control Activation | Power Sliding Rear Doors with Contactless Operation, Anti Pinch, Remote Control and Driver Control Operation |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | — | Foot-operated |
| Convenience Notes | — | Ice Cool Tint |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 5 Times Free Service |
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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C26 vs C27 Facelift FAQ
Is the Nissan Serena S-Hybrid C26 or Nissan Serena S-Hybrid C27 Facelift better?
The Nissan Serena S-Hybrid C27 Facelift is better for most buyers because it adds autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, a 360-degree camera and a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty. Choose the C26 only if its eighth seat, extra 10 Nm or remote boot is essential.
What is the price difference?
The Nissan Serena S-Hybrid C27 Facelift costs RM373 more than the Nissan Serena S-Hybrid C26: RM149,888 against RM149,515.
Which Serena is safer?
The Nissan Serena S-Hybrid C27 Facelift is decisively safer. It has front side and front/rear curtain airbags, autonomous braking with pedestrian detection, blind-spot monitoring, lane-departure warning and collision warning. The C26 has only driver and passenger airbags, plus ABS/EBD and stability control.