Overview & Reviews

The Nissan Murano was one of the first midsize crossovers introduced in the United States and quickly became a popular alternative to more traditional SUVs thanks to its taut, carlike driving character and avant-garde styling. Later Nissan Muranos are notable for their higher-quality interiors, updated technology features and higher fuel economy ratings.

New or used, the Murano is definitely worth a look if you're on the hunt for a midsize crossover with seating for five. In reviews, our editors have generally praised this Nissan's sophisticated appearance, stylish and comfortable interior and strong acceleration. Middling cargo capacity and poor rearward visibility are our main complaints about the Nissan Murano. You'll find competing models that are better on one or both of these counts, but most won't match the Murano's combination of performance and style.

User Reviews:

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  I love my Murano! - 2003 Nissan Murano
  By Leslie Jackson - January 6 - 10:00 am

  I fell in love with the Murano the minute I took it for a test drive. I had to get it! The Murano is an awesome SUV! And what a great price! I LOVE IT! More than that I love it when people compliment me on my new car and also the way people they look at it! The drive is soo smooth! Best purchase Ive made on a vehicle!

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  A great experience - 2005 Nissan Murano
  By Mike - January 4 - 8:33 am

  I had recently fallen in love with Muranos look and had to buy one. I wasnt disappointed, it was the greatest experience! This car is just awesome, very powerful, stylish and comfortable. Its a real winner!

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  05 Murano - 2005 Nissan Murano
  By flash - January 1 - 3:43 am

  Included all but navigation system.Excellent handling, roomy and very smooth riding even though SE model. Would advise CVT trans in any vehicle as it contributes to smoothness. Did change to 265/60/18 tires to improve from original. Critics complain of throttle response; I dont agree. Previously had supercharged V6 and am used to quick response. Do use premium as recommended. Handles well - was forced half off road at 75 with no handling problem. Would like to see higher highway mileage - best is 23mpg - 20 around town.

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  Nissan builds quality - 2003 Nissan Murano
  By Luinsan - December 30 - 10:00 am

  This Nissan is tops in quality inside and out. The performance ranks high with its new transmission and car like handling. Passengers of all sizes will appreciate its room and comfort. We compared a lot of SUVs and the Nissan Murano bested them all.

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  Great car, but only the LE - 2009 Nissan Murano
  By Suraj D - December 28 - 8:06 am

  I am about to buy the LE model. I read other reviews about the slight bouncy quality on the Murano while driving city streets and am happy to say I experienced this myself when driving the SL but not the LE. This is due to the 20inch tires on the LE I believe. The ride on the LE is posh, luxurious and the car handles and drives very nicely and smoothly. I am excited to pick up the car tomorrow. I compared this to the Acura RDX and MDX, the Audi Q5 and the Volkswagen TIguan and Touareg, but found the Murano to the best in terms of ride comfort and lowest road/wind noise. Very happy buyer. I came from a Mercedes ML 350, so its not as luxurious as the ML, but best offers value for money!

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  Not a soccer team hauler - 2004 Nissan Murano
  By Brodirt - December 24 - 2:00 am

  Wow, is this an SUV? 2 weeks in and I am incredibly impressed. Handles like a sport sedan, accellerates like a premium sports sedan and stops like a sports car. I cant wait unitl the snow and ice hit. All around sophisticated high end high style performer that is not a suburban soccer team hauler, unless your late for the game.

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  Style and Performance - 2004 Nissan Murano
  By Alice F - December 24 - 2:00 am

  The Murano is a trouble free vehicle. The ride and comfort level are exceptional. This car has a style that catches peoples eye. People stop us in parking lots and at stop lights to comment on the style and ask about the car. We have taken it on 3 trips over 1,000 miles one way and had no problems. We are very pleased with our Murano SL.

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  First impressions - 2015 Nissan Murano
  By gibson6 - December 20 - 11:18 pm

  Just traded in 2011 murano for the new 2015 murano sl awd. This is a completely different suv. Much more comfortable seating and better set up of the dash and gauge arrangement. Living in Canada the roads are rough and full of potholes in the winter. The new murano soaks up the bumps much better then my 2011 did. With temperatures near -30 C this murano was still smooth and absorbed the harshest of road conditions this country has to offer. Heated seats and steering wheel a big plus. Great value for the buck.

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  Going back to Nissan - 2009 Nissan Murano
  By Bob - December 19 - 11:33 pm

  This is a well built and fun to drive vehicle. Everything about it is first class. I had a Jeep Cherokee and the GMC Sierra SLE Pick Up. Before them I had a 280ZX and a Nissan Pick up. The "09 Murano is everything I had hope it would be and more.

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  Best SUV - 2004 Nissan Murano
  By Reese74 - December 19 - 10:00 am

  I wasnt thinking about getting a Murano at first. Then I started looking at it and liking it, so I decided to test drive it. After that moment I feel in love, and went to two other dealerships just to drive it again. The day after my birthday I got one. I still find myself just looking at it sometimes, I love everytime I get in it to go somewhere. Everything is great, the Murano may not be classified as a luxary SUV but it should be. I was about to get the Lexus 330.....The Murano was waaay better.