2023 Nissan Murano

History/Overview

Since the early 2000s, the Nissan Murano has occupied a narrow slice of the mid-size crossover segment between mainstream and luxury models. The current third-generation Murano was introduced in 2015 and refreshed in 2019.

What’s New/Key Changes From Last Year

The Murano’s sole change for 2023 is its adoption of Nissan’s redesigned logo.

Available Trims

Nissan offers the Murano in S, SV, SL, Midnight Edition, and Platinum grades. All are powered by a 3.5L V6 engine, a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT), and AWD.

Standard Features

The Murano S configuration comes with 18-inch alloy wheels, auto on/off LED headlights/taillights, and passive keyless entry. Inside, there’s dual-zone A/C, heated front seats, an 8.0-inch touchscreen, six-speaker audio, and satellite radio.

S trim’s standard safety kit includes a driver alertness monitor, lane departure warning, automatic high beams, rear cross-traffic alert, blind spot monitoring, forward collision mitigation, pedestrian detection, and rear emergency braking.

SV adds a dual-panel sunroof, hands-free tailgate, leatherette upholstery, a power driver’s seat, remote engine start, a heated steering wheel, and navigation.

SL gains 20-inch wheels, LED fog lights, heated rear seats, a power passenger seat, leather upholstery, an integrated garage remote, ambient lighting, an auto-dimming mirror, surround-view cameras, adaptive cruise control, and 11-speaker audio.

Midnight Edition adds black wheels and other black trim elements.

Platinum gains electric steering wheel adjustments, contrast interior piping, quilted leather upholstery, and ventilated front seats.

Fuel Economy

Nissan’s fuel consumption estimates are 12.0/8.5 L/100 km (city/highway).

Competition

The Murano counts among its competitors the Toyota Venza, Ford Edge, Chevrolet Blazer, Hyundai Santa Fe, Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, Subaru Outback, Kia Sorento, Honda Passport, and Mazda CX-9.