DecodedCars2020 Nissan Murano
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2020 models.
- Class
- Midsize Station Wagons
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV AWD, 4dr SUV FWD
- Engines
- 3.5L 6-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 23 combined · 20 city / 28 hwy
- Length
- 192.5 in
- Curb weight
- 3,794–3,940 lb
- NHTSA rating
- ★★★★★
- Recalls
- 2 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- 5-star NHTSA safety ratingTop overall score in federal crash tests.
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2020 Nissan Murano is a midsize station wagon offered with a 3.5L 6-cyl engine and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 193 inches long and 76 inches wide on a 111-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,940 lb (4dr SUV AWD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 23 MPG combined (20 city / 28 highway), 7% better than the 2020 midsize station wagon average of 21.4 MPG, for an estimated $2,900 a year in fuel.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned the top 5-star overall rating.
It has 2 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 45 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the unknown or other.
What changed for 2020
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2019 Murano — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2019; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2019 Murano →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV AWD | 192.5 in | 75.6 in | 66.5 in | 111.4 in | 64.6 / 64.6 in | 3,940 lb | 59/41 |
| 4dr SUV FWD | 192.5 in | 75.6 in | 66.5 in | 111.4 in | 64.6 / 64.6 in | 3,794 lb | 59/41 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murano FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 / 28 / 23 | +7% | $2,900 | 386 |
| Murano AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 20 / 28 / 23 | +7% | $2,900 | 388 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2020 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Nissan Murano SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 5★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 15.1% |
| 2020 Nissan Murano SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 5★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 15.9% |
Recalls (2)
Suspension › Rear › Axle › Spindle · May 27, 2021
NHTSA campaign 21V402000 · 14,276 vehicles
- Problem
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020 Nissan Murano, INFINITI QX60, 2021 Nissan GT-R, INFINITI QX50, and Q50 vehicles. The front steering knuckle or rear axle housing may have insufficient strength due to improper heat-treatment.
- Risk
- The steering knuckle or rear axle could deform upon impact, such as from hitting a curb, resulting in a loss of steering control, or possible wheel separation. Both of these conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the front steering knuckle and rear axle housing, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 26, 2021. Nissan owners may contact customer service at 1-800-867-7669. INFINITI owners may contact customer service at 1-800-662-6200.
Steering › Linkages · Mar 11, 2021
NHTSA campaign 21V170000 · 15,223 vehicles
- Problem
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020 Nissan Murano vehicles. The left and/or right-hand transverse link may not have been manufactured correctly, which could result in it separating from the ball joint.
- Risk
- Ball joint separation can cause a loss of vehicle control, and increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the transverse link's lot codes, and if necessary, replace them and perform a vehicle alignment, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 6, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC797.
Not every 2020 Nissan Murano is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2020 Nissan Murano buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 10 owner reports. Make sure driver-assist systems and the backup camera work without error messages.
- Suspension — 8 owner reports. Drive over bumps and listen for clunks; look for uneven tire wear.
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 5 owner reports. Make sure driver-assist systems and the backup camera work without error messages.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 8,200 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2020 Nissan Murano. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Murano years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Murano | 23 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 Murano | 23 | 192.9 in | Not rated | 0 | 4 |
| 2025 Murano | 23 | 192.9 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 25 |
| 2024 Murano | 23 | 192.5 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 5 |
| 2023 Murano | 23 | 192.5 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 8 |
| 2022 Murano | 23 | 192.5 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 6 |
| 2021 Murano | 23 | 192.5 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 17 |
| 2019 Murano | 23 | 192.5 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 44 |
| 2018 Murano | 24 | 192.5 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 113 |
| 2017 Murano | 24 | 192.5 in | Not rated | 3 | 107 |
| 2016 Murano | 29 | 192.5 in | Not rated | 6 | 109 |
| 2015 Murano | 24 | 192.5 in | Not rated | 6 | 204 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Nissan. How we calculate this →