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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  2004 nissan murano - 2004 Nissan Murano
  By clem - December 6 - 4:00 am

  Awesome vehicle. The handle is superb for an SUV. The Bose Stereo is more than adequate. The only problem Ive noticed so far in the 5 months that Ive owned the vehicle is a rattle every now and then when I hit bumps. I have not been able to pin point it nor has the rattle been consistent enough for me to take it to the dealership for repair. I havent been on very long road trips as of yet, but it seems that it would be challenging to maintain a high degree of comfort on bumpy roads. Just my opinon.

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  Too cool for school! - 2010 Nissan Murano
  By David - December 4 - 10:00 am

  I recently switched from an Xterra to the Murano, and although I am still getting used to the change in platform-truck to car platform, I am very pleased. The Murano is an excellent ride, smooth, great pickup and really brings a bit of sporty fun to driving. Not for trucking through the woods, but the LE is well trimmed, leather is comfortable, stereo is excellent. I love driving it.

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  Great Vehicle!!! - 2003 Nissan Murano
  By J Morales - November 23 - 2:00 am

  Great Performance!!! Particularly on damaged roads. The 18" wheels provide for an excelent size tire (A lot of rubber :))

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  President - 2004 Nissan Murano
  By carrera - November 23 - 2:00 am

  Obsolute great car, fun to drive, excellent room, great bose system, and the continuos variable transmission us a blast, love the AWD with the switch to engage and dissangage i have had owned over 40 cars, my 40 years in this earth, and find this vehicule a fantastic machine.

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  murano - 2004 Nissan Murano
  By 2w - November 19 - 2:13 pm

  fine vehicle drives like a dream great sound and creature comfort love it so far less than 1 week mine

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  Great SUV - 2005 Nissan Murano
  By majr - November 10 - 6:37 pm

  My father owns this car and he has spent less than a thousand repairing it when it comes to labor plus parts. Thats because my father is a mechanic so hes smarter than the average driver. He knows he should do things like warm up the car everytime you expect to drive it and especially in the winter. He also knows that he should slow down when he sees a pothole so he goes over it slowly or avoids it completely so he doesnt damage his car. He also knows that he should be nice to the people that work at auto shops so that way he can get a discount on parts. The only reason not to get this car is if you prefer a car with more tech features and a car that doesnt consume a lot of gas.

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  EVEN BETTER THEN BMW325xi - 2003 Nissan Murano
  By Xterra2Murano - November 9 - 2:00 am

  I have been looking to trade in my XTerra for a softer ride.....test drove many cars in the procces, all of which fell in the $30-36k price range, wanted to keep it fair.....the Murano out did all of them, even the Acura MDX, and the BMW 325xi.....its worth paying the 2-3k dealers want over sticker....but shop around, i managed 2 get mine at sticker, fully loaded.

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  This Vehicle is a Blast - 2003 Nissan Murano
  By Mr Bill - November 9 - 2:00 am

  This vehicle is incredible. It drives very similarly to a BMW X5. The quality is there. The ride is firm but comfortable and definitely handles very well for a SUV. It drives like a car. I get a thumbs up wherever I drive. The CVT transmission is great. One does get used to it fairly quickly. You never feel any gears changing or jerking like a normal transmission would. I think anyone who gets this vehicle would be very content. I am very impressed with Nissan.

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  Extremely satisfied - 2003 Nissan Murano
  By agarcia1 - November 9 - 2:00 am

  This review is for the SE AWD with Nav. for the first 500 miles. At first I was so mesmerized with the style that I didnt realize the excellence of the fit and finish on this vehicle. My second surprise was finding out how smooth the engine and transmission operate. All features and details are excellent. The only thing that I would modify is softening the suspension a little, because it is a little harsh over pot holes and bumps. I rate this vehicle as a solid "10".

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  My Murano - 2006 Nissan Murano
  By C Rochelle - November 7 - 10:30 pm

  The car is wonderful. It has enough power to do whatever you need. The interrior has enough room to seat a six foot tall passenger in the back seat and still move the front seat back.