Nissan introduces its fifth generation Serena MPV

Nissan Motor revealed the all new, fifth generation Serena yesterday, which is scheduled to go on sale in Japan at the end of August. The Serena was first introduced to the market in 1991, and it quickly established itself as one of the most popular family vehicles in Japan, becoming one of Nissan's core domestic models.

With hints of previous models in the new exterior design, the all new Serena features a roomy, dynamic and refined design that sets the tone for next generation minivans. 

The front fascia is bolder, highlighted by Nissan's signature V-Motion grille and two-tiered headlamps that also appeared in the previous model. The Serena's trademark waistline is even smoother, conveying sportiness while also providing better driver visibility. According to the Japanese automaker, the new Serena is the widest vehicle in its class.

Certain design cues of the new minivan were intended to emphasise the vast spaciousness of the vehicle, such as the blackened front-pillar that makes the door glass seem larger and the curved roof line, which provides more headroom for the Serena's occupants.

The new Serena will also feature Intelligent Park Assist, the easy-to-use automatic parking system that was first equipped on the X-Trail, with improved accuracy. And, making its debut is Nissan's autonomous drive technology, ProPilot, which can automatically control the accelerator, brakes and steering when driving on the highway, in both heavy and flowing traffic.

It comes with a variety of new functions and features to complement different lifestyles. For example, the dual rear doors can be opened in two different ways to match the location and/or activity of the user. Also, its rear doors can be operated in hands-free fashion by having the Intelligent Key and sliding your foot under the door (available only on the Highway Star), so you don't have to let go whatever you're carrying, whether it's shopping bags or a surfboard.