2025 Nissan Murano review
The Nissan Murano is a midsize SUV with two rows of seating and room for five people. It straddles a fine line between smaller more mainstream compact SUVs—like Nissan’s own Rogue—and higher-end premium models. Completely redesigned for the 2025 model year, the Murano gets down the road courtesy of a turbocharged four-cylinder engine paired to a nine-speed automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive is standard, though all-wheel drive is included with the SV and Platinum trims. Comfortable and relaxing to drive, the Murano also boasts some incredibly supportive front seats. Unfortunately, its smaller size makes it seem more like an expensive compact SUV than a premium midsize model.
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Fourth generation Nissan Murano
After nearly a decade, Nissan has given its comfort-oriented midsize SUV a complete makeover. The most striking aspect is the styling, with this generation Murano certainly a head-turner thanks to its slim headlights, curvaceous fenders, and swooping roofline. While the extroverted design is striking, it does slightly impede on interior space and overall cargo capacity. Gone is the previous 3.5-liter V6 and in its place is a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder coupled to a nine-speed automatic transmission. Acceleration is slightly quicker than before, though fuel economy is about equal to the outgoing V6 at an EPA-estimated 23 mpg combined city/highway
. Inside, the cabin has been modernized with dual 12.3-inch displays. While the look is sleek, there is an overreliance on touchscreen inputs and the menus tend to be complicated. To Nissan's credit, standard equipment is generous, with even the base SV trim including wireless smartphone connectivity, wireless smartphone charging, ambient LED interior lighting, and a bevy of driver-assist features.Model highlights
Turbocharged 241-horsepower four-cylinder engine
Nine-speed automatic transmission
Front- or all-wheel drive
Extremely comfortable front seats
Smooth ride, quiet cabin
Third generation Nissan Murano
The third-generation Murano continues the theme of offering a slightly more upscale midsize SUV experience without the baggage—or bragging rights—of a luxury label. Introduced for the 2015 model year, the five-seat Murano excelled at delivering a smooth and calming driving experience. Exciting to drive it wasn’t, however. The handling lacked the sharpness found in some direct rivals. To its credit, the 3.5-liter V6 under the hood provided strong acceleration and highway passing power. Interior quality is a highlight, with the trim materials used throughout the cabin attractive and robust. Rear legroom isn’t overly generous, but two adults seated back there will be fine. Cargo capacity is less accommodating, at 32.1 cubic feet of space behind the folding split-configuration second row. That’s not bad, though many competitors provide more space for hauling items. The same holds true for towing capacity; when properly equipped, the Murano can tow a maximum of only 1,500 pounds.
Model highlights
260-horsepower 3.5-liter V6
Standard front-wheel drive, available all-wheel drive
Continuously variable automatic transmission
Supple ride
Luxury-like cabin design and trim materials
Roomy second row
Changes by year
Latest generation from 2025 - present
2025 Nissan Murano
Highlights
Completely updated fourth-generation Murano
Three available trims: SV, SL, Platinum
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Previous generation from 2015 - 2024
2024 Nissan Murano
2023 Nissan Murano
2022 Nissan Murano
Highlights
Heated front seats and faux leather upholstery made standard on the SV trim
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2021 Nissan Murano
Highlights
Nissan Safety Shield® 360 bundle of advanced driver aids standard on all trims
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2020 Nissan Murano
2019 Nissan Murano
Highlights
Midcycle update with revised exterior design and new LED headlights
Rear-seat reminder and driver-drowsiness monitor are now standard
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2018 Nissan Murano
Highlights
Automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning, and navigation are newly standard on all trims
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2017 Nissan Murano
2016 Nissan Murano
2015 Nissan Murano
Highlights
New third generation of the Murano
260-horsepower 3.5-liter V6
EPA-estimated 24 mpg combined city/highway
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Reliability
RepairPal gave the Nissan Murano an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Nissan Murano 16th out of 29 among Compact SUVs.
RepairPal reports that the average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a Nissan Murano is $485, compared to an average of $473 for Compact SUVs and $591 for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
According to RepairPal, Nissan Murano owners bring their vehicles into a repair shop for unscheduled repairs an average of 1.0 times per year, compared to an average of 1.0 times for Compact SUVs and 1.3 times for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
RepairPal reported that the probability of a repair being a severe or major issue is 13% for the Nissan Murano, compared to an average of 13% for Compact SUVs and 14% for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
Nick Kurczewski has been writing about cars for more than 20 years, and his enthusiasm for journalism has led him to cover auto-related stories around the world. From blasting down the German autobahn to covering every major auto show, his stories have appeared in the New York Times, Car and Driver, U.S. News & World Report, Kelley Blue Book, Cars.com and the New York Daily News, where he served as head editor. Having once aspired to be a Formula One racer, Nick discovered sharing his passion for cars as a journalist is just as thrilling as dreaming of pole position at the Monaco Grand Prix.
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