The van keeps conking out, especially at low revs, i.e. when stopping at lights.
Very bad fuel economy. 6.5k / litre city driving.
Having allowed for the fact that it is full-time 4WD, I still feel that this is extremely thirsty.
8k / litre on a long haul drive.
Have had the van put onto a computer analyser, which indicated that the Crank Angle Sensor was faulty. Had to replace this - was quoted NZ$1250 plus installation for this part (by Nissan), ended up putting a second hand distributor in, as the crank angle sensor is enclosed in this unit. Second hand unit cost NZ$250 installed.
The van has not conked out since (has only been two weeks).
Was told that this would improve the fuel economy - which it hasn't.
The passenger window fails to open with the drivers controls. Apparently the connector unit has failed. Cost of repair will be approximately NZ$250.
The Dickie seat is very uncomfortable.
Wouldn't want to travel more than 10km sitting on it.
Really is a 7 seater.
Sliding door very hard to close on a slight hill.
Feels very spacious, comfortable driving, although not very powerful.
Having acquired the Serena at 104000km, I have since sold it at 108500km, glad to be rid of it. The fuel economy was so bad, it would sometimes be only 5km / litre, but usually 6.5km / litre, city driving. Having replaced the distributor the serena did stop the conking out problem. Had the Serena just over 6 months, and only did 4500km due not using it, as you were always very aware of how much it cost to run. Never buy a 4WD Serena, very thirsty. Don't buy the dickie seat model unless you really need 8 seats, the 7 seater version is a lot nicer.
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