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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  Great styling, smooth ride - 2003 Nissan Murano
  By Tadow92 - February 15 - 10:00 am

  My wife and I first looked at the Muranos for their style, but were sold on the ride and comfort. We looked at the Highlander & Endeavour but were impressed with the Muranos "smoothness". I doesnt "feel" like Im driving an SUV. We would def. recommend a Murano to someone looking to buy an SUV that doesnt drive or ride like one.

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  DO NOT BUY!!! - 2004 Nissan Murano
  By Joyce Mowe - February 12 - 5:29 am

  This car has quit on me 7 times. Every time it quit I would take it in to the shop and spend $100-$800 to get it "fixed" only to have it quit again a couple days to a week later. The worst part though is what this car did when it would quit. It would be going down the road and then all of the sudden my power steering would go out and my brakes!! So here I am driving down the road and I cant steer or press the breaks! Its done this 7 times! Now they say it will take $1500 to fix it. This is a terrible car that will cause wrecks. Mine only had 160,000 miles on it. DO NOT BUY! VERY DANGEROUS CAR!

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  Murano SL - 2005 Nissan Murano
  By George Balog - February 11 - 7:53 pm

  The car is very attractive in exterior appearance and the interior is roomy and also very attractive. I was suprised that it has a similar feel to a much more expensive vehicle with a feeling of superior performance and quality. I believe that the quality and styling for the price are the best on the market for any vehicle category.

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  Go for it! - 2004 Nissan Murano
  By Ron - February 5 - 4:30 pm

  Bought 6 Mo. ago, Love the car, no problems, I use regular gas, Avg. about 20 M.P.G., highest on the Hyw, was 24.7, From other reviews here, I noticed some people do not read the owners book, before they complain about things, like "the seat gets caught on the seat belts when folding them down!" (There are clips to hold the belts out of the way!!}, Reading the book solves a lot of knit picking. If you like the car GO FOR IT. I never looked back!!!! I added the wood interior, people really like the class look of it.

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  Transfer case problem - 2010 Nissan Murano
  By mudder4 - February 1 - 9:43 am

  Ive had my Murano 19 mo. and have enjoyed the style, handling and fair gas mpg so far, avg. 23 mpg overall. Last mo. noticed oil seeping from the transfer case, took it to the dealer thinking oil seals needed replaced and was told the complete transfer case would be changed. Four days later it was fixed, (free rental car was given), and everything seems fine now. After reading many stories online about transfer case and cvt trans. problems involving earlier years Im a little concerned that they may not have been rectified.

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  One Impressive Hybrid - 2003 Nissan Murano
  By Russsnvic - January 31 - 2:00 am

  We purchased the zMurano after test driving the MDX,Pathfinder, Envoy, and the Mercedes SUV.Hands down the Murano excelled in comfort, space, and overall performance. The Price was right, but would have paid much more for this beauty.

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  Best XUV - 2003 Nissan Murano
  By David Chan - January 31 - 2:00 am

  Very fast...... I am really glad that Nissan decided not to put in a 3rd row seat.

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  Best Buy - 2003 Nissan Murano
  By KrisKringle - January 31 - 2:00 am

  With a quality equal or superior to SUVs that cost thousands of dollars more, this one of kind vehicle is definately a best buy. Great package includes unique styling, awsome powertrain and comfortable interior. Nissan/Infiniti is building some of the best looking vehicles on the road today and have shown that a SUV doesnt have to be some square box with a hard ride.

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  looks good - 2010 Nissan Murano
  By big r - January 30 - 2:40 pm

  a quick review, just picked up a 10 SL, loaded except the navi. 1st impressions. interior is nice, cargo wise, its a tad small but for its class it would be second against a Sante Fe. the only thing i hate is the road noise when the sunroof is open.

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  Uncomfortable Road Trip - 2009 Nissan Murano
  By LMCC - January 30 - 1:53 am

  I purchased this vehicle 11/08. I have owned 3 other Nissan vehicles and I have enjoyed driving them. The 2009 Murano has been a huge disappointment. I recently took this vehicle on a 6 hour road trip and I was actually in pain when I arrived at my destination. The drivers seat is rock hard and has very little leg and back support. If you have leg and back problems, please think twice before purchasing this vehicle.