DecodedCars2026 Nissan Murano
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2026 models.
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Body styles
- Platinum 4dr SUV, Sv/Sl 4dr SUV
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Horsepower
- 241 hp
- Transmission
- 9-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- 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
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 39 similar 2026 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2026 Nissan Murano is a small SUV offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine 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), 11% worse than the 2026 small SUV average of 25.9 MPG, for an estimated $2,900 a year in fuel.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the engine.
What changed for 2026
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2025 Murano — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2025; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2025 Murano →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Smyrna, Tennessee
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 1 2026 Murano configuration; 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 AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S9) | All-Wheel Drive | 21 / 27 / 23 | -11% | $2,900 | 387 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2026 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2026 Nissan Murano.
Similar 2026 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Nissan Murano (this car) | 23 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser | 23 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2026 Honda CR-V | 40 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Toyota 4Runner | 23 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Ford Explorer | 24 MPG | Not rated | 15 |
| 2026 Subaru Forester | 35 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2026 Mazda CX-5 | 26 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2026 Nissan Murano.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2026 Nissan Murano is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Other Murano years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Murano | 23 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 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 |
| 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 →