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Nissan Serena
Mandai score
7/10
Typical price
KSh 2,500,000
Years
2017-2023
Body type
Mini Vans
Fuel
Petrol, Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, CVT
Doors
5
Most popular trim
Serena Highway Star V / e-Power Highway Star / Rider
Dealer listings
None listed
Dimensions
Length
4,770 mm
Width
1,740 mm
Height
1,865 mm
Wheelbase
2,860 mm
Ground clearance
160 mm
Boot space
Fully expandable 8-seat cargo area
Kerb weight
1,670 kg
Seats
7 or 8
Specifications
Engine
1.2L e-Power Hybrid / 2.0L MR20DD S-Hybrid
Power
136 hp (e-Power electric motor) / 150 hp (2.0L)
Torque
320 Nm (e-Power instant torque) / 200 Nm
Drivetrain
FWD or 4WD
0–100 km/h
10.2 sec
Top speed
160 km/h
Fuel economy
Combined
26.0 km/L (e-Power) / 15.0 km/L (S-Hybrid)
City
27.5 km/L (e-Power) / 12.5 km/L (S-Hybrid)
Highway
24.0 km/L (e-Power) / 17.2 km/L (S-Hybrid)
Tank size
55 L
CO₂ emissions
102 g/km
At a glance
Model
Nissan Serena (C27 / C28 Series)
Production years
2017–2023
Body type
MPV / Minivan
Seating capacity
7 or 8
Fuel types
Petrol Mild-Hybrid (S-Hybrid), e-Power Hybrid
Engine sizes
1,198 cc (e-Power) / 1,997 cc (S-Hybrid)
Transmission
Automatic (CVT / Single-Speed e-Power)
Drivetrain
FWD or 4WD
Ground clearance
160 mm
Source market
Japan (RHD JDM spec)
Pros and cons
What’s good
- Cavernous 8-seater versatility: Sliding Smart Multi-Center seat configures walk-through aisle.
- Hands-free dual sliding doors: Foot-sensor activated power doors simplify school drop-offs.
- Sub-2,000 cc KRA tax advantage: 1.2L e-Power and 2.0L S-Hybrid stay under 2.0L threshold.
What’s not so good
- 160 mm ground clearance: Requires cautious driving over steep drainage dips.
- CVT belt care (S-Hybrid): Demands routine NS-3 fluid replacement.