DecodedCars2021 Nissan Murano
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2021 models.
- Class
- Midsize Station Wagons
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV AWD, 4dr SUV FWD
- Engines
- 3.5L 6-cyl
- Transmission
- CVT
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- 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
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- 5-star NHTSA safety ratingTop overall score in federal crash tests.
- Lots of standard safety tech4 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
- No recalls so far
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 2021 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), 10% better than the 2021 midsize station wagon average of 21 MPG, for an estimated $2,900 a year in fuel.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned the top 5-star overall rating.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the forward collision avoidance.
What changed for 2021
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2020 Murano — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2020; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2020 Murano →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Smyrna, Tennessee
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2021 Murano configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
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 | +10% | $2,900 | 387 |
| Murano AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 20 / 27 / 22 | +5% | $3,050 | 390 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2021 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Nissan Murano SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 5★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 15.1% |
| 2021 Nissan Murano SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 5★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 15.9% |
Similar 2021 midsize station wagons
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Nissan Murano (this car) | 23 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
| 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E | 305 mi | Not rated | 13 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Nissan Murano.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2021 Nissan Murano is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2021 Nissan Murano buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 4 owner reports. Make sure driver-assist systems and the backup camera work without error messages.
- Vehicle Speed Control — 2 owner reports. Ask the seller and mechanic specifically about this system.
- Electrical System — 2 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 35,000 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 2021 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 |
| 2020 Murano | 23 | 192.5 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 45 |
| 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 | ★★★★★ | 6 | 109 |
| 2015 Murano | 24 | 192.5 in | ★★★★★ | 6 | 204 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Nissan. How we calculate this →