Nissan Grand Livina: Know its alternatives

Nissan Grand Livina is one of the best and the most affordable 7-seater MPVs that we have got in Malaysia. It comes with some interesting and impressive features like a spacious cabin, welcoming interior theme, etc. Available in two engine options - 1.6-litre with 105 PS and 150 Nm and 1.8-litre that produces 126 PS and 174 Nm - the Grand Livina is offered in three different variants. And about pricing, the Nissan Grand Livinia price starts from RM 89,800. In terms of styling, it isn’t the most handsome MPV that you can get, but it surely is something.

Just like any other car in the market, the Grand Livina has got some rivals. Here are some of its alternatives that you can consider before finalizing your decision.

Toyota Rush 2018

Coming from the land of rising sun is the all-new Toyota Rush 2018. It is a very strong contender in our list because it not only gives a good competition to the Grand Livina when it comes to pricing but also provides more and better features. We gotta admit it, the Rush is much more stylish and attractive than the Grand Livina. It has a futuristic look. The interior is also nicely done. There is ample amount of space, the seats are well cushioned and provide great comfort.

According to the Toyota Rush spec sheet, under the hood of the MPV is a 1.5-litre engine that churns out 105 PS and 136 Nm of torque. For the transmission duties, there is a 4-speed automatic gearbox. The engine is very smooth and refined. You can expect great longevity from it as well. There are only two variants of the Rush which makes it even easier for the customer to make his/her buying decision. The Toyota Rush 2018 price starts at RM 93,000.

Honda BR-V

Another Japanese car that we have got on our list is the Honda BR-V. It has been around in the market for quite some time now and has established its reputation. It looks pretty young thanks to the thick chrome grille at the front and those large and attractive headlamps. We also like the design of the alloy wheels. The rear does get a bit funky because of the red strip that joins the two tail light clusters, but that gives the BR-V its own flair.

Despite being a 7-seater, the BR-V is very spacious on the inside and provides a high level of comfort. Since it is a Honda, it comes loaded with features that you will appreciate. Honda BR-V specs reveal a 1.5-litre 4-pot petrol engine that churns out 120 PS at 6600 rpm and 145 Nm at 4600 rpm. The engine is mated to a CVT unit. It is the same engine that powers the Honda City as well. The Honda BR-V price starts at RM 80,989 for the base 1.5-litre E model and you’ll need to pay RM 87,701 for the range-topping 1.5-litre V model.

Proton Exora

If you really need a good 7-seater but you are very tight on the budget then the Proton Exora should suffice your requirements. Coming from the indigenous car company Proton, the Exora is a very practical car. It has a good amount of space in the cabin and has got a few basic features that you would need. Thanks to the large windows, people won’t feel cramped inside the car. Proton Exora specs feature a 1.6-litre 4-cylinder engine that has got 138 PS of power and 205 Nm of torque. The transmission provided on the MPV is a CVT unit. The safety features of the Exora are quite limited. There is ABS, EBD, electronic stability control, and reverse parking sensors.

The Exora has also got decent looks. Its almost triangular headlamps are quite big and provide good illuminance. The rear gets a vertical arrangement of the tail lights that are of proper dimensions. The Proton Exora price for its base 1.6-litre EXECUTIVE model has been set at RM 62,008 whereas the 1.6-litre EXECUTIVE PLUS will set you back by RM 69,347.

These were some of the deserving alternatives of the Nissan Grand Livina. All of these 7-seaters are better than each other in one or the other. In the end, all of it depends on your taste, requirements, and budget.