Nissan Serena Buyers Guide (2016-2022)

The Nissan Serena has become very popular due to its affordability and versatility. It can be adapted for various applications such as transport - both passenger and cargo and as a camper van. It's however one of the most misunderstood minivans in the market and there's a lot of conflicting information on its reliability. In this guide, we set the record straight on its reliability and how it compares with its closest rivals such as the Toyota Noah and Mitsubishi Delica D5. We also delve into the engines that come with it and tell you which ones to avoid. We tell you about the common problems to look out for when buying a used Serena plus and how to spot these problems. 

Our years of experience at various dealerships has given us exceptional knowledge in used cars such as the Nissan Serena and we share with you valuable information in this guide. We also go the extra mile to interview current owners in order to give you a complete view of the Serena. We have compiled this guide as a practical handbook that you can carry along as a checklist when buying a used Serena.

Here is what you get in this book:

Nissan Serena Body Configurations

This chapter talks about the various body configurations that come with the Nissan Serena, these include;

1. Standard Passenger Van

2. Cargo Van or Panel Van

3. Wheelchair-Accessible Van

4. Camper Van Conversion

Nissan Serena Performance and Efficiency

We give you a detailed analysis of the main engines that come with the Nissan Serena, their performance in real-life use and their fuel efficiency. We give you our recommended engine for a used Nissan Serena. The engines come with the Serena are;

1. The 2.0-Litre MR20DD Engine

2. The 2.0-Litre MR20DD Hybrid

3. The 1.2-Litre HR12DE e-POWER Engine

Problems to Look Out for When Buying a Nissan Serena

This chapter gives a detailed analysis of the major problems that used Nissan Serenas have and how to spot them. These include:

1. Oil Leak

2. CVT Transmission Issues

3. Exhaust System Problems

4. Battery and Inverter Issues

5. Warning Lights

6. Battery Performance Degradation

Nissan Serena Reliability

This chapter delves into the long-term reliability of the Nissan Serena. We give you the accurate picture of how reliable the Nissan Serena over the long-term and what issues to expect along the way.

Nissan Serena Maintenance Costs

A detailed breakdown of how much it will cost you to maintain the Nissan Serena. Areas covered include: Regular Maintenance, Brake Replacement, Tyre Replacement, Battery Replacement, Scheduled Servicing, Repairs and Unexpected Costs.

Nissan Serena Comparison with Toyota Noah/Voxy, Mitsubishi Delica D5, Honda StepWagon, and Mazda Biante

A head-to-head comparison with the Toyota Noah/Voxy, Mitsubishi Delica D5, Honda StepWagon, and Mazda Biante. We compare and contrast factors such as their fuel efficiency, interior quality, features, and pricing.

Conclusion

We give a final verdict on the Nissan Serena - whether you should buy it or not.