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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  Car Review - 2004 Nissan Murano
  By semsem01 - May 22 - 2:00 am

  Great car to own, Dont like the dealership.

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  Massachusetts Driver - 2004 Nissan Murano
  By Mass Driver - May 22 - 2:00 am

  I have owned this car for 5500 miles. It is smooth, powerful, handles well and is a ball to drive. The entire family really likes the interior room and Bose stero system. I think it is a terrific value

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  murano - 2004 Nissan Murano
  By bill cooley - May 22 - 2:00 am

  so far i have liked my murano very much. the comments are all very true but it still remains alot of fun to drive eventhough it is a little firm due to the fact that i have a se model.

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  My new adventure.... - 2004 Nissan Murano
  By RRL4664 - May 22 - 2:00 am

  For the most part I have enjoyed my Murano, I have had the vehicle since 11/2002.

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  nissan murano sl-awd - 2004 Nissan Murano
  By bruce seward - May 22 - 2:00 am

  this is a fun vehicle to own and drive.... the 3.5 litre v-6 is smooth and powerful .... the cvt transmission is seamless and efficient.... averaging 20 mpg for a mix of driving.... the murano is tight handler on the twisties as well as a smooth boulevard cruiser.... the interior fit and finish is excellent, as is the bose soundsystem ... legroom and headroom both front and rear are generous....this vehicle almost always attracts positive and admiring comments during gas station fill-ups...there were no flaws in the paint or interior when delivered, and the dealership did a top quality job of selling and delivering the vehicle... a great buying experience

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  my murano - 2004 Nissan Murano
  By murano driver - May 22 - 2:00 am

  i just bought the new 2004 murano and am extremely pleased with the comfort, attention to detail, and technology available with the car. it seems that they thought of just about everything when making this automoblile. i am truly enjoying driving it!!

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  Only car ive purchased twice - 2006 Nissan Murano
  By Poppy - May 20 - 11:33 pm

  Just turned in our 2003 Murano for a 2006 Glacier Pearl. Just when you thought they couldnt improve it, WOW!! Color Display, chrome accents, awesome dash. Looked at new Tribecca, check out the fuel tank, Murano goes 150 miles more on a tankful. More features than BMW X3 & Jeep Cherokee for the cash. Why pay $10,000 more for a Lexus, hey i still have a son in college. Never had a work snow day with the AWD and 3 Northeast winters, Murano always got me back and forth to work and actually had fun doing it.

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  I love this car.... - 2005 Nissan Murano
  By RF - May 17 - 8:56 pm

  This car is beautiful. I get so many compliments, and so many looks. The gas mileage I get is right at 18.9MPG, I do hardly any highway driving. I cant say enough about this vehicle.

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  FanTasTic - 2006 Nissan Murano
  By Natalie - May 15 - 9:36 am

  The Nissan Murano has the best fuel economy in its class. The CVT transmission ensures seamless driving and what I love the best about my Murano is the rear view camera (which is way better than a beeping noise) and that it handles like a car

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  Impressed - 2009 Nissan Murano
  By Peter - May 12 - 3:43 pm

  Purchased the new Murano the first of May. We traded in an 06 3 series BMW. We test drove several vehicles that we were considering, Lexus RX330 and BMW X3. After many weeks of reading reviews and test driving all the cars we decided on the 09 Murano. We purchased an SL with premium pkg. and leather. The wife loves it, her decision to go with this vehicle. We got Black on black, highly recommend this cross over suv.