2026 Nissan Murano

Overview

The 2026 Nissan Murano occupies an interesting niche. It's a midsize two-row SUV that tries to appeal on its luxury-like amenities rather than cargo space or price. It costs more than the similarly sized Nissan Rogue, putting it in direct competition with three-row midsize SUVs and even some luxury two-row haulers. But on its own terms, the Murano is a nice vehicle with a stylish interior and lots of standard driver aids. Whether it's more impressive than its competition is another matter. 

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The Nissan Murano is a decidedly nicer and more upscale vehicle than the Rogue. But the Rogue is more utilitarian and makes the most of its impressive cargo and passenger space. The Murano is more interested in style. It offers high-quality material, and even the base trim comes very nicely equipped. Its exterior styling is also sportier and generally more appealing than cargo-conscious small SUVs like the Honda CR-V or Toyota RAV4. If you only need five seats and want more niceties, the Murano is worth a look. 

Competitors to consider

Check out the Honda Passport and Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. Both are similar to the Murano in that they're midsize SUVs that have some personality to them. The redesigned 2026 Passport, in particular, should be pretty compelling. If you're looking to save a little cash and don't mind having a more practical-minded SUV, check out the Nissan Rogue.

If Nissan announces any changes to the Murano for 2026, we'll let you know.