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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  Driver Seat Rocking Movement - 2003 Nissan Murano
  By TripleC - October 28 - 2:00 am

  During my test drive I felt the seat slightly rock backward when accelerating from a dead stop. You could also hear nuts, bolts, plastic, or whatever it was, make a clicking sound when this happened. Dealer was suppose to fix prior to purchase, but said they can not fix it because it is the power seat. Bedford Nissan shrugged their shoulders and said "oh well". With some bumps you feel and it sounds as if the metal frame hit the bump. Overall, I like the vehicle but the seat movement is driving me crazy, especially knowing that it is a brand new vehicle.

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  Nissan Warranties Are No Good - 2003 Nissan Murano
  By sellers - October 28 - 2:00 am

  I have NEVER had as horrible an experience as I have with this Murano, Nissan Corp. and the dealership. The vehicle is great but when it developed a problem emitting huge plumes of smoke, the dealership lied to me and have kept it for over 50 days. Nissan Corp and Nissan 1 have been no help. Nissan claims I did not change my oil frequently enough and that I did not use Nissan filters and oil. I have receipts and have faxed same to the company. Nissan tells me I need a new motor, but they will not cover it under warranty. This vehicle only has 12,000 miles. In short, Nissan does not stand behind their products

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  Really fun to drive - 2004 Nissan Murano
  By MO Digger - October 28 - 2:00 am

  Having looked at several SUVs (both actual SUVs and crossovers) including the Toyota 4 Runner, Highlander, Lexus RX330, and Infiniti FX35 I found the Murano the absolute best bang for the buck. It offers more cool features (power adjustable seats, memory seating, Homelink systsem, Tire presuure monitors and on and on...) for the money than any of the other cars and it is extremely fun to drive. For an SUV this car handles like a sports car... tight steering and enough get up and go to keep you smiling through the turns.

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  04 murano - 2005 Nissan Murano
  By murano - October 26 - 8:43 am

  the only thing my murano is lacking is a back up senor there are some blind spots .. the car is fun to drive and very roomy

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  Too many recalls - 2009 Nissan Murano
  By Beverly - October 22 - 11:56 pm

  I fell in love with the 2007 Murano, and when read about the 2009 I waited 3 months to purchase the new sleek 2009. I even paid full MSRP to get the right color and style I wanted. But it has been one service visit after another. 2 recalls, 1 for reprogramming the airbags, and 1 for the repairing the clock. This last visit, there seems to be a air leak that is a known issue in Muranos, but since the car is so new, the parts to replace are not yet being manufactured, so the service department returned my car and asked me to wait for the recall notice to fix. How disappointing.

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  love my car! - 2004 Nissan Murano
  By ownerof my car - October 21 - 2:00 am

  best car I have ever owned....

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  1500 Miles problems already - 2004 Nissan Murano
  By minsane - October 21 - 2:00 am

  I have 1500 miles on my Murano and four problems already! A pillar is rattling, drivers seat shifts during acel/decel, gas door actuator buzzing, alignment off. Took it back to the dealer and they can only fix 2 of the four problems. Technical service bulltins were given to them and still they cant duplicate the problem. Nissan/Infiniti has lost a customer for life. This car has alot of stupid little problems.

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  Superb Car! - 2004 Nissan Murano
  By klarence - October 17 - 10:00 am

  First time trying Nissan and I couldnt even be happier with a Murano. Great SUV!!!!

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  taken for a ride - 2005 Nissan Murano
  By where to start - October 16 - 9:26 am

  I initially enjoyed the car until it began to have problems at about 58,000 miles replaced airflow meter $900, then the kicker, at 94,000 miles had to replace the CVT transfer case at $4500. had a 100,000 mile warranty from purchase...it refused to cover the transfer case. The car is very costly!!! I now owe more on the car than what it is worth.

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  Murano-proof the Japanese make shoddy products too - 2016 Nissan Murano
  By G - October 14 - 9:10 am

  Edmunds have the manufactures in their back pocket so Im betting this review gets pulled. Here is the truth (remember its never libel if it is true). Our Murano has been the worst money pit of any vehicle we have ever owned. I AM METICULOUS ABOUT DATA and our Murano clocked in at over USD $23,000 in repairs (out of warranty) - specifically this is for the hold period of year 4 to year 10 (6 inclusive years). Things that went wrong with this vehicle (fuel dampeners, wheel bearings, visors, control arms, exhaust system is a joke, etc) are well above and beyond any car we have ever owned. Case in point - the common Honda we owned during the same period was less than 7,000. Muranos are akin to the attractive women that gets ugly real fast then needs a fortune in plastic surgery. I NO LONGER TRUST CONSUMER REPORTS EITHeR FOR RECOMMENDING THIS PIECE OF JUNK. Lots of cheap Chinese parts assembled in Canton, Mississippi..yeah, right thats a recipe for a quality vehicle. IF YOU BUY GET YOUR REPAIR SINKING FUND Ready. You are going to need it.