DecodedCars2025 Nissan Murano
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2025 models.
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- Platinum 4dr SUV, Sv/Sl 4dr SUV
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Transmission
- 9-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 23 combined · 21 city / 27 hwy
- Length
- 192.9 in
- Curb weight
- 5,642–5,756 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.
- Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 23 MPG combined, 21% below the 2025 small SUV average of 29 MPG.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 36 similar 2025 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2025 Nissan Murano is a small SUV offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 193 inches long and 78 inches wide on a 111-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,756 lb (Platinum 4dr SUV).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 23 MPG combined (21 city / 27 highway), 21% worse than the 2025 small SUV average of 29 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 25 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.
What changed for 2025
- Engine added: 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Engine dropped: 3.5L 6-cyl
- Lightest version 1847 lb heavier
Compared with 2024; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2024 Murano →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Smyrna, Tennessee
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 4 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Platinum 4dr SUV | 192.9 in | 78 in | 67.7 in | 111.4 in | 66.9 / 66.9 in | 5,756 lb | 59/41 |
| Sv/Sl 4dr SUV | 192.9 in | 78 in | 67.7 in | 111.4 in | 66.9 / 66.9 in | 5,642 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 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S9) | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 / 27 / 23 | -21% | $2,900 | 387 |
| Murano AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S9) | All-Wheel Drive | 21 / 27 / 23 | -10% | $2,900 | 387 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2025 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Nissan Murano SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 3★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 16.9% |
| 2025 Nissan Murano SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 3★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 17.4% |
Similar 2025 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Nissan Murano (this car) | 23 MPG | ★★★★★ | 2 |
| 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser | 23 MPG | ★★★★★ | 4 |
| 2025 Honda CR-V | 40 MPG | ★★★★★ | 6 |
| 2025 Toyota 4Runner | 23 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
| 2025 Ford Explorer | 24 MPG | ★★★★★ | 22 |
| 2025 Subaru Forester | 35 MPG | ★★★★★ | 4 |
| 2025 Toyota Highlander | 35 MPG | ★★★★★ | 4 |
Recalls (2)
Back Over Prevention › Software · Nov 26, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V821000 · 64,085 vehicles
- Problem
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2025 Murano, 2025-2026 Armada, and Infiniti QX80 vehicles. A software error may occur in the In-Vehicle Infotainment (IVI) system at vehicle startup, resulting in the rearview camera image not displaying when the vehicle is shifted into reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Risk
- A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- The IVI system software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 2, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261 or Infiniti's customer service at 1-800-662-6200. Nissan's numbers for this recall are R25D6, R25D5, and R25D7. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 12, 2025.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Caliper · Mar 19, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V173000 · 1,430 vehicles
- Problem
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2025 Murano, Pathfinder, and INFINITI QX60 vehicles. One or both front brake caliper assemblies may have reduced strength and could break. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
- Risk
- A broken front brake caliper can cause a loss of front brake function, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the front brake caliper assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 9, 2025. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261 or INFINITI's customer service at 1-800-662-6200. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PD137 and PD138.
Not every 2025 Nissan Murano is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2025 Nissan Murano buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Electrical System — 6 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Power Train — 6 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
- Engine — 5 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 5,560 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 2025 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 | 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 →