2020 Nissan Murano Review
Price Range: $15,731 - $26,998





+258
Below Average
7.0
out of 10
edmunds TESTED
The 2020 Nissan Murano stands out for its striking exterior design and comfortable seats. It also has a powerful engine. But that styling comes at a cost. The sloping roofline cuts into rear visibility, making the Murano feel larger than it is. Towing capacity is also low for the class. This midsize SUV offers value and character, but it is not as versatile as competitors.
2020 Nissan Murano Review
by the Edmunds Experts
What's new
- Advanced safety features now standard on SV trim and above
- These same features are now optional on Murano S trim
- Part of the third Nissan Murano generation introduced for 2015
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2020 Nissan Murano S 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl CVT) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $2.83 per gallon for regular unleaded in Missouri.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Missouri
$150/mo for Murano S
Murano S
vs
$158/mo
Avg. Midsize SUV
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Reliability Ratings by RepairPal
4 out of 5 stars4/5Above Average
#16 out of 29 among Compact SUVs
RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features.
Cost
The average total annual cost for unscheduled repairs and maintenance across all model years of the Nissan Murano from 2008-2022.$485/yr
vs. $465/yr
for Average Compact SUV
for Average Compact SUV
Frequency
The average number of times this model is brought into the shop for unscheduled repairs and maintenance in a single year. RepairPal calculates this metric by tracking millions of unique vehicles over multiple years to determine an average number of visits per year (omitting small routine visits, e.g., oil changes).1.01x/yr
vs. 1x/yr
for Average Compact SUV
for Average Compact SUV
Severity
The probability that a repair will be a major issue, meaning the repair costs 3x the average annual repair cost for all models. This threshold will be higher for vehicles that have higher labor rates and parts costs (such as a premium brand).12.6%
vs. 11.5%
for Average Compact SUV
for Average Compact SUV
powered by RepairPal Based on RepairPal reliability data as of 8/23/2023. Ratings are provided by RepairPal and Edmunds is not responsible for their accuracy.
Nissan Murano Reviews
Owner Reviews
5(70%)
4(13%)
3(6%)
2(4%)
1(7%)
Most Helpful Owner Reviews
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Love my Murano!
5 out of 5 starsMel Fox, 05/21/2020
2020 Nissan Murano SL 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
Smooth ride and is a beast in the New England snow! I have had this car for 3 years with no problems! I have the SL with soft leather, heated seats, panoramic moon roof, Navi with a nice big screen, Bose speakers and 360 camera. Amazing and good size for a mid size SUV! Fully loaded at a great price!
Excellent SUV.
5 out of 5 starsCharles, 08/11/2020
2020 Nissan Murano SL 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
Very pleased with the styling and looks. Rear view side mirrors offer good rear and side visibility. Electronic package intuitive and easy to use. Good acceleration in traffic. Good safety features with lane detections and warning as well as automatic deaccelerations in auto mode. It is a relatively large vehicle that requires paying attention to maneuvering with the curvature of … the roads although like the handling features. This is luxury SUV well worth the pricing.
Good purchase
5 out of 5 starsJim Fusco, 12/30/2019
2020 Nissan Murano Platinum 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
Good ride and handling. Plenty of power from six cylinder. Interior first class. Would buy it again.
One of the last comfy cruisers on the market
5 out of 5 starsToradora, 05/24/2021
2020 Nissan Murano SL 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
Going to go in order of strengths, top to bottom:
The seats are sublime, and some of the best across cars, period. Better bolstering than my turned-in non-sport-seat Alfa Romeo Giulia, and are as plush and comfy as a la-z-boy. Very strong lower-lumbar support and adjustment, but I do wish it had adjustable upper-lumbar as well. The magic seat design/foam carries to the rear as well, … which are heated even at the SL level. Cupholders are in the rear seat pull-down, not up front attached to the console, sadly.
Suspension tuning is FANTASTIC, although you'll feel the road imperfections a bit with the 20s. They barely enter your consciousness if you have the 18in wheels.
Other than some mild engine roughness in certain acceleration scenarios, the noise/vibration/harshness of this thing is, I think, the best in this segment, even across luxury marques.
It has more than adequate power, and frankly the CVT is better un-rushed. When you try to really get on it, it will "fake shift," and it just never feels quite right. If you drive it in a safe and prudent fashion it's smooth, uninterrupted power all the way to where you want it.
I haven't had any visibility issues, however I'm 5'11. The BOSE system is not the best in clarity, but it will reproduce faithfully when cranked, and I couldn't get it to distort at higher levels.
Looks are take-it-or-leave-it, but I like the sci-fi organic aesthetic. Paint quality seems decent, but it's early days. Lighting is above-average, and the auto-highbeam works well. The SL trimline is a huge value.
Summary: if you need something to just absolutely eat miles, esp. on longer jaunts, you want this car. There hasn't been a long 5+ hour trip that's fatigued me yet, and I'm not a young guy.
2020 Murano Highlights
S
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $31,730 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 23 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $150/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 32.1 cu.ft. |
front wheel drive | |
Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
Safety
Our experts like the Murano models:
- Automatic Emergency Braking
- Front radar monitors proximity to the vehicle ahead. In an imminent collision, the Nissan Murano can apply the brakes to avoid or mitigate impact.
- Blind-Spot Monitoring
- The Nissan Murano's stylish exterior makes for reduced side and rear visibility, but this feature helps compensate. And it's standard on SV, SL and Platinum.
- Around-View Monitor
- Displays a 360-degree, top-down image of the SUV. Selectable curbside view works great for parking.
NHTSA Overall Rating
5 out of 5 starsThe National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverall5 / 5Driver5 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverall5 / 5
- Side Barrier RatingOverall5 / 5Driver5 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront Seat5 / 5Back Seat5 / 5
- RolloverRollover4 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of Rollover15.9%
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalGood
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalGood
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedMarginal
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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