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Check out our comprehensive review of the 2025 Nissan Murano for details on the cabin, technology, amenities, and safety of this fourth-gen crossover.
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What is New for the 2025 Nissan Murano?
For 2025, the Nissan Murano is all-new, kicking off fourth-gen production. Closely resembling the Ariya EV, this more upscale-oriented Murano drops the old V6 and CVT for a 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 making less power – 240 hp – but more torque – 260 lb-ft – than before. Features like ultra-thin “Crystal Cube” LED headlights bring elegance to the entire lineup, while new amenities like massaging front seats on the top-spec Platinum model aim to move the Murano more upmarket than its predecessors.
Carsforsale.com Score
8.6/10
Powertrain
Score
8/10
Interior
Score
8.25/10
Technology
Score
8/10
Value
Score
7.75/10
The Breakdown
Standard 20” wheels
Lots of included tech
New luxury options
Cabin shrinkage
So-so fuel economy
Touch-based climate control
The new Murano looks good on paper, but why no hybrid?
2025 Nissan Murano Specs
- 241 horsepower from base engine
- 260 lb-ft of torque from base engine
- 3 available trims
- 32.9 cu-ft of cargo capacity
- 63.5 cu-ft of cargo capacity with seats down
- Bose 10-speaker audio system
- Standard ProPILOT Assist
- 2 years of complimentary maintenance
2025 Nissan Murano Powertrain 8/10
Nissan made a big change with the new Murano, dropping the long-running naturally aspirated V6 for its 2.0L variable-compression (VC) turbocharged four-cylinder. It makes 241 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque, which is about 20 fewer horses and exactly 20 more lb-ft of twist than the outgoing V6. It pairs with a 9-speed automatic to spin the front wheels, though AWD is standard on the SL model and above or optional on base SV variants.
Automakers often cite the efficiency benefits of going with a relatively small displacement boosted engine and Nissan in particular points to its VC engine – an impressive piece of engineering- as helping on this front. However, the 2025 Murano earns 21 mpg city, 27 mpg highway, and 23 mpg combined in front- or all-wheel drive guise. Compared to the old FWD V6’s ratings of 20, 28, and 23 mpg respectively, there’s not much to get excited about here.
2025 Nissan Murano Interior 8.25/10
Adding an extra 2.6 inches of width for 2025, the new Murano promises a bit more room to spread out side-to-side, but it actually loses a meaningful 2.4” of rear legroom, is virtually unchanged in the shoulder room department, and max cargo capacity drops by 4 cubic feet to 63 cubes. In good news, the cabin is more luxurious than ever with standard noise-cancelling tech and active sound control helping keep the interior calm and quiet.
Nissan’s lauded Zero Gravity are now fitted for the second row along with the front buckets, the latter of which are climatized and massaging on the range-topping Platinum. A new “Murano Glass” textured dashboard finisher features color-shifting graphics to up the visual excitement and semi-aniline leather – reserved for the Platinum model – looks ritzy with two-tone designs and diamond quilting with contrast stitching.
2025 Nissan Murano Technology Features 8/10
Every 2025 Nissan Murano comes with a 12.3-inch configurable instrument panel and a matching central touchscreen. Wireless smartphone mirroring is standard, though Google built-in and a Wi-Fi hotspot require at least the SL trim line. These Muranos also feature a Wi-Fi hotspot, a 10-speaker audio system from Bose, and Nissan’s suite of connectivity services.
On the safety front, the 2025 Murano has been enhanced with a new passenger-side knee airbag, under-seat reinforcement, and seat belt load limiters with pretensions for the second row. Standard driver aids include forward collision mitigation, blind-spot monitoring with intervention, rear cross-traffic alert, a lane-keeping system, and ProPILOT Assist. Neither the IIHS nor NHTSA has yet tested the 2025 Murano, but the 2024 model earned a 5-star overall rating from the NHTSA.
2025 Nissan Murano Trims & Pricing
SV – $40,470
The entry-level Murano SV features 20” wheels, heated side mirrors, full LED exterior lighting, and Nissan’s Intelligent Key tech. Cabin highlights include leatherette upholstery, heated and power-adjustable front seats, and a wireless phone charging pad. Like all 2025 Muranos, it also comes with automatic high beams, front and rear parking sensors, and traffic sign recognition.
SL – $46,560
The mid-tier SL has an acoustic laminated windshield, a heated steering wheel, a panoramic moonroof, and ambient cabin lighting. Tech upgrades include a surround-view monitor and ProPILOT Assist 1.1 that adds the ability to modify speed based on curves in the road and traffic sign information.
Platinum – $49,600
In range-topping Platinum getup, the new Murano rocks 21” wheels, rain-sensing wipers, and a hands-free tailgate. Interior luxuries include a power-adjustable steering column, climatized and massaging front seats, heated rear seats, semi-aniline leather upholstery, and a head-up display.
2025 Nissan Murano Overall Value 7.75/10
The 2025 Murano SV seems the best model to look at for two reasons. First, for about $40,000, it comes well equipped with desirable features like heated seats, a big set of rims, and the giant-sized dashboard display. Second, at more than $46,000, the next-up Murano SL is going up against the likes of a GMC Acadia Elevation, given the Murano’s new-found luxury pretenses.
You can read up on the Acadia here, but know that it makes quite a bit more power, comes with a third row, has an extra 5” of second-row legroom, and is impressively equipped in this base spec. Both automakers provide 3 years of basic warranty coverage and 5 years for the powertrain, but only Nissan includes 2 years of complimentary maintenance.
Carsforsale.com Overall Score 8/10
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Nissan did a nice job with the new design and overhauled cabin of the 2025 Murano. It’s an elegant vibe that aligns closely with the Ariya and there is plenty of impressive tech. Massaging seats are nice touch too. But several notable aspects are something of a head-scratcher like the tighter cabin, reduced cargo space, and fuel economy ratings that don’t move over the old the V6.
Some of this may make the new Murano a tough sell compared to other upmarket aspirants like the Mazda CX-90 that has a similar price point while offering better fuel economy and a bigger cabin. So, be sure to check out the latest new car incentives before hitting the dealer lots!
FAQ’s About the 2025 Nissan Murano
Does the Murano have a CVT transmission?
The 2025 Murano comes with a 9-speed automatic transmission.
Which is bigger, the Rouge or the Murano?
The Murano is Nissan’s biggest crossover and is 10” longer than the Rogue.
Does the Murano have a third row?
No, the 2025 Murano is strictly a 5-seater with 2 rows.
