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2022 Nissan Murano

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2022 models.

Nissan Murano
Pictured: 2024 Nissan Murano SL (facelift), front 11.29.24. Photo: Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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.
  • 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 2022 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), 13% better than the 2022 midsize station wagon average of 20.4 MPG, for an estimated $2,900 a year in fuel.

In NHTSA crash testing it earned the top 5-star overall rating.

It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the unknown or other.

What changed for 2022

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2021 Murano — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2021; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2021 Murano →

Trims, performance & features

Engine–3.5L
Engine–5.6L
TransmissionCVT
DriveAWD/4WD
Seating5 seats · 2 rows

Trims

PLATINUMSLSSV

Safety & driver-assist features

Forward collision warningStandard
Blind-spot monitoringStandard
Lane departure warningStandard
Lane keeping assistStandard
Adaptive cruise controlStandard
Parking assistStandard
Backup cameraStandard
Automatic high beamsStandard
Adaptive driving beamStandard
Keyless startStandard
LED headlightsYes

Built in: Smyrna, Tennessee

NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2022 Murano configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
4dr SUV AWD192.5 in75.6 in66.5 in111.4 in64.6 / 64.6 in3,940 lb59/41
4dr SUV FWD192.5 in75.6 in66.5 in111.4 in64.6 / 64.6 in3,794 lb59/41

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Murano FWD3.5L 6-cylAutomatic (AV-S7)Front-Wheel Drive20 / 28 / 23+13%$2,900387
Murano AWD3.5L 6-cylAutomatic (AV-S7)All-Wheel Drive19 / 27 / 22+8%$3,050392
5/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
5/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Spend $2,500Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
20.4 MPG2022 Midsize Station Wagons average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2022 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

VersionOverallFrontalDriver / passengerSideSide poleRolloverRollover risk
2022 Nissan Murano SUV AWD★★★★★★★★★★5★ / 5★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★15.1%
2022 Nissan Murano SUV FWD★★★★★★★★★★5★ / 5★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★15.9%
StandardElectronic stability control
StandardForward collision warning
StandardLane departure warning
Frontal crash test — 2022 Nissan Murano SUV AWD
Frontal crash test — 2022 Nissan Murano SUV AWD. Photo: NHTSA.
Side crash test — 2022 Nissan Murano SUV AWD
Side crash test — 2022 Nissan Murano SUV AWD. Photo: NHTSA.

Similar 2022 midsize station wagons

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2022 Nissan Murano (this car)23 MPG★★★★★0
2022 Kia EV6310 miNot rated4

Recalls (0)

No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2022 Nissan Murano.

Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2022 Nissan Murano is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

6Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
2Involved a crash
0Involved a fire
0Injuries reported
24,000 miTypical mileage at failure
Unknown Or Other2
Structure › Body1
Electrical System1
Visibility › Windshield1
Exterior Lighting › Headlights1
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
22/08: 123/01: 223/02: 126/02: 126/07: 122/0823/0123/0226/0226/07max 2

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2022 Nissan Murano buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
  2. Structure › Body — 1 owner reports. Open and close every door, the hood and tailgate; look for rust or misaligned panels.
  3. Electrical System — 1 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
  4. Visibility › Windshield — 1 owner reports. Check all exterior lights, wipers and the windshield for cracks.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 24,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  6. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2022 Nissan Murano. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other Murano years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2027 Murano23–Not rated00
2026 Murano23192.9 inNot rated04
2025 Murano23192.9 in★★★★★225
2024 Murano23192.5 in★★★★★15
2023 Murano23192.5 in★★★★★08
2021 Murano23192.5 in★★★★★017
2020 Murano23192.5 in★★★★★245
2019 Murano23192.5 in★★★★★144
2018 Murano24192.5 in★★★★★2113
2017 Murano24192.5 inNot rated3107
2016 Murano29192.5 in★★★★★6109
2015 Murano24192.5 in★★★★★6204

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Nissan. How we calculate this →