Whereas we await the much-anticipated launch of the most recent C28 Nissan Serena in Malaysia, over in Indonesia, the sixth-generation MPV has gone on sale on the Gaikindo Indonesia Worldwide Auto Present (GIIAS). The seven-seater is being provided within the archipelago solely in e-Energy kind, that includes a hybrid powertrain that carefully mirrors Honda’s e:HEV system.
It’s not precisely low-cost, nevertheless – priced at 635,000,000 rupiah (RM183,300), the brand new automobile is 74,200,000 rupiah (RM21,400) dearer than the petrol-powered outgoing mannequin. A two-tone color scheme provides an additional 4,500,000 rupiah (RM1,300).
Energy comes from a single electrical entrance motor that produces 163 PS and 315 Nm of torque, which in flip is juiced by a 98 PS/123 Nm 1.4 litre HR14DDe naturally-aspirated three-cylinder petrol engine that additionally costs the 1.77 kWh battery. In contrast to Honda’s system, the three-pot has zero mechanical connection to the wheels and might’t drive the automobile by itself.
Measuring 4,765 mm lengthy, 1,715 mm large and 1,885 mm tall, the C28 Serena is 25 mm shorter and narrower and 20 mm taller than the C27, whereas its 2,870 mm wheelbase is 10 mm longer. Whereas the scale aren’t a lot completely different, the brand new automobile is a way more modern-looking machine, not less than the place the entrance is worried.
Right here, the Serena is dominated by an enormous slatted V-motion grille that runs all the way in which out to the higher corners. Sitting between these slats are the neatly-integrated three-tier LED headlights, whereas beneath them are a pair of triangular inlets duct air across the entrance wheels. An ornamental trim piece with the “Serena” script visually hyperlinks the grille/headlight mixture to the tall glasshouse.
On the again, the window line kinks upwards in direction of the slim vertical LED taillights, which mix with the sizeable rear spoiler to border the upright split-opening tailgate. Indonesia will get the range-topping Freeway Star mannequin, which will get a sportier bodykit and rides on 16-inch turbine-style two-tone alloy wheels.
The modernisation continues on the within, the place a pair of 12.3-inch instrument and infotainment shows sit on a widescreen show panel above the full-width air vents. Under this you’ll discover a big management panel for the dual-zone auto air conditioning and push-button gear selector, above a slot for the Qi wi-fi charger.
As per the present mannequin, the seven seats are organized in a 2-2-3 configuration with second-row sliding and reclining captain’s chairs and a 3rd row that folds up in direction of the perimeters of the cabin. Normal package consists of keyless entry, push-button begin, hands-free power-sliding rear doorways, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, USB-C quick charging ports, rear aspect window sunshades, a 360-degree digital camera system, a camera-based digital rear-view mirror and 6 audio system.
Security-wise, the Serena comes with a variety of ProPilot driver help techniques, together with autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise management, lane centring help, blind spot monitoring, rear cross site visitors alert, a driver consideration monitor and automated excessive beam. Six airbags and stability management are fitted as normal.
The Nissan Serena is broadly anticipated to be the following new mannequin to be offered in Malaysia. The automobile was sighted right here as early as March final yr, hinting at an impending launch, however issues have been quiet on that entrance since then. We’re undecided what’s the rationale for the delay, however we are able to think about the numerous worth improve – as seen in Indonesia – might have had one thing to do with it. Would you purchase the brand new Serena e-Energy at this worth? Hold forth within the feedback after the soar.
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