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What kind of vehicle is the 2024 Nissan Murano? What does it compare to?
The Murano is part of a dying breed: it’s a mid-size crossover SUV with five seats and a premium, if not quite truly luxurious, feel. Shop it against the Hyundai Santa Fe, Jeep Grand Cherokee, and Toyota Venza, though none of those models is a direct rival.
Is the 2024 Nissan Murano a good SUV?
It’s stylish and comfortable, if a bit behind the times when it comes to user interfaces and fuel economy. We rate the 2024 Murano at 6.2 out of 10 on the TCC scale. (Read more about how we rate cars.)
What’s new for the 2024 Nissan Murano?
Nissan drops the base S trim level for 2024, which, incidentally, is this SUV’s 10th model year since it was last redesigned.
While the Murano is still a pretty shapely crossover SUV, it’s no spring chicken. Its design ushered in a new look for Nissan back in 2015 with its beak-like front end, pointed headlights, and rearmost roof pillar bisected by a glossy black panel. It’s still a neat-looking SUV, defying its decade on the road.
It’s less progressive inside, with a clean, simple dash, and nice materials in line with pricing. It’s a borderline luxury model in terms of features and trim. The 8.0-inch touchscreen is a throwback when some competitors go 50 percent bigger, if not more.
The 260-hp 3.5-liter V-6 is also a reminder of times gone by. It shifts power forward or to all four corners via a CVT. This sleepy powertrain is short on thrills—not to mention acceleration prowess and fuel economy. EPA test estimates peg the Murano at just 23 mpg combined, and there’s no hybrid option here. At least there’s no penalty for all-wheel drive.
The supple, smooth ride is an asset, though. And we like the way the steering has just enough heft to keep things interesting. It’s a quiet highway cruiser, too. The Murano is a big SUV, tipping the scales north of 4,000 pounds, which means its handling is pleasant rather than entertaining.
Where it excels is in interior space and comfort. With no need for a third row, the Murano allows passengers in the front and rear seats to stretch out in comfort. Base SV versions have synthetic leather, while other models have real hides. While the interior trim is far from showy, it’s in line with the prices Nissan charges. It’s no Lexus, but it’s not priced like one.
The 8.0-inch touchscreen may be small, but it’s easy to sort through. The same can be said for the rest of the Murano’s interior controls.
The Murano also has a great crash-test record and all versions now come with automatic emergency braking, active lane control, and adaptive cruise control.
How much does the 2024 Nissan Murano cost?
The base Murano runs $39,255 to start, which is a big hike over 2023. That’s because the entry-level model is now the SV trim, which was previously a step up in the hierarchy. Look for synthetic leather trim, front and rear parking sensors, an 8.0-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and 18-inch alloy wheels. All-wheel drive runs $1,700 more.
Where is the 2024 Nissan Murano made?
In Canton, Mississippi.
