Dramatic styling; lots of high-tech options; luxurious interior; good fuel economy; strong V6 engine
Not as fun to drive as the old Murano; big blind spot in the rear quarter panel; high price with options added
The Murano is all new for 2015. Highlights include better fuel economy and a more luxurious interior, plus more high-tech options.
If you can live without a power driver's seat, panoramic sunroof and the available safety features to help with blind spot detection and collision warning, we think the base S model is a great value. Even with all-wheel drive, the price still stays right around $35,000. If you can't live without the goodies mentioned above, go for the Platinum with the Technology Package. It's only about $2,000 more than the SL, and at this price point the difference in your monthly payment will hardly be noticeable. Find a Nissan Murano for sale
The 2015 Nissan Murano comes in four trims: S, SV, SL and Platinum. All four are available with either front- or all-wheel drive.
The Murano S ($30,445, FWD; $32,045, AWD) includes a manual tilt-telescopic steering wheel, 18-inch alloy wheels, dual-zone automatic climate control, Nissan Intelligent Key with push-button start, cruise control, power accessories, rear privacy glass, auto on/off headlights, Zero Gravity seating, 6-way manual driver's seat with manual lumbar support, AM/FM/CD stereo with 6-speaker and auxiliary input jack, Bluetooth phone and music streaming capability, SiriusXM satellite radio, a 7-in color display with NissanConnect mobile apps and a rearview monitor.
An optional Navigation Package adds an 8-in touchscreen display, voice activated navigation and a USB/iPod interface.
The Murano SV ($33,505, FWD; $35,105, AWD) adds the Navigation Package, roof rails, fog lights, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, 8-way power driver seat with power lumbar control, 4-way power passenger seat, HD radio and a USB/iPod interface.
An optional Premium Package adds a panoramic sunroof and 9-speaker Bose audio.
The Murano SL ($37,835, FWD; $39,345, AWD) brings leather seating, the Bose audio system, heated outside mirrors, a blind spot monitoring system, rear cross-traffic alert, heated front seats, power rear lift gate and Nissan's 360-degree Around View monitor.
The Murano Platinum ($39,885, FWD; $41,485, AWD) comes pretty loaded and includes a heated steering wheel, heated rear seats, a power tilt-telescopic steering wheel, 20-in alloy wheels, heated and cooled front seats and LED low-beam headlights.
Both the SL and Platinum offer the Technology Package, which adds adaptive cruise control, forward-collision and collision-mitigation warning systems, and a panoramic sunroof.
| Sport Utility | Original MSRP / Price | Engine | Horsepower | City MPG / Hwy MPG | Transmission | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murano AWD 4dr Platinum | $40,600 / N/A | 6 Cylinder | 260 | 21 / 28 | Continuously Variable Automatic | FWD / AWD4WD |
| Murano AWD 4dr S | $31,160 / N/A | 6 Cylinder | 260 | 21 / 28 | Continuously Variable Automatic | FWD / AWD4WD |
| Murano AWD 4dr SL | $38,550 / N/A | 6 Cylinder | 260 | 21 / 28 | Continuously Variable Automatic | FWD / AWD4WD |
| Murano AWD 4dr SV | $34,220 / N/A | 6 Cylinder | 260 | 21 / 28 | Continuously Variable Automatic | FWD / AWD4WD |
| Murano FWD 4dr Platinum | $39,000 / N/A | 6 Cylinder | 260 | 21 / 28 | Continuously Variable Automatic | FWD / AWD4WD |
| Murano FWD 4dr S | $29,560 / N/A | 6 Cylinder | 260 | 21 / 28 | Continuously Variable Automatic | FWD / AWD4WD |
| Murano FWD 4dr SL | $36,950 / N/A | 6 Cylinder | 260 | 21 / 28 | Continuously Variable Automatic | FWD / AWD4WD |
| Murano FWD 4dr SV | $32,620 / N/A | 6 Cylinder | 260 | 21 / 28 | Continuously Variable Automatic | FWD / AWD4WD |
The Murano comes standard with front, front-side impact and front and rear side-curtain airbags. It also features anti-lock brakes, electronic traction and stability control, hill-start assist and a driver's knee airbag. Optional safety equipment includes rear cross-traffic alert and a collision-mitigation warning system.
In crash tests, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) gives the Murano four out of five stars overall, with four stars in the frontal crash test, five in the side-impact test and four in the rollover test.
| Basic | 3 Years/36,000 Miles |
| Drivetrain | 5 Years/60,000 Miles |
| Corrosion | 5 Years/Unlimited Miles |
2015 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport-- The Santa Fe Sport can match the Murano for comfort, features and style, but its base 4-cylinder engine is weak, and the optional turbocharged 4-cylinder isn't all that much better. Its fuel economy is also rather poor.
2015 Ford Edge -- The Edge is also new this year, with a bit more interior room and the choice of three powerful engines. Fuel economy is on par with the Murano, but the Edge's base price is about $2,000 less than the Nissan.
2015 Kia Sorento -- The Sorento has a lower base price, a more powerful V6 engine and the option of a third-row seat. The Sorento isn't as modern looking as the Murano, however, but it does have a better standard warranty.
Used Lexus RX 350 -- For about the same price as a Murano SL or Platinum, you can pick up a nice 2012-2014 Lexus RX 350. Go with a certified pre-owned vehicle, and you'll get a car that has been thoroughly inspected to Lexus standards, and comes with a warranty that lasts three years from your date of purchase or until the vehicle reaches 100,000 miles.
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