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2025 Nissan Murano
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2025 Nissan Murano
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$41,965–$51,095
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Features We Love
- Three-across actually works here: I was able to get multiple configurations across the second row, especially with slimmer seats, which is not always the case in this category
- Seat belt installs give you more flexibility: if you’re doing three across, using seat belts instead of LATCH makes it way easier to get a proper fit
- Rear-facing space is legit: even as a taller driver, I still had room with a rear-facing seat behind me, which is a big win
- You can actually sit next to a car seat: I sat next to a convertible seat and still had decent legroom, which tells me this is usable for real families
- Rear sunshades are a nice surprise: super rare in a two-row and honestly so helpful for little kids
- Trunk space is a major advantage: you’re getting a ton more usable cargo room since you’re not sacrificing space to a third row
Car Mom Review
The Exterior
A Much Sharper, More Modern Look Than Before
This redesign feels like a big step forward. The old Murano had some awkward proportions, especially up front, and this fixes a lot of that. It looks cleaner, more intentional, and honestly just more current.
Premium Details That Actually Stand Out
- Cleaner front-end design: the grille and overall shape feel more streamlined instead of bulky or awkward
- Black trim into the headlights: this detail pulls everything together and gives it a more polished, higher-end feel
- Updated Nissan badging: the white logo pops and looks more modern
- Sleeker body lines: the whole car just feels less clunky and more refined than the previous version
Bigger Than It Looks in This Category
- Noticeably longer and wider than a Rogue: it gives you more presence on the road and more interior space
- That longer hood changes the look: it leans a little more premium, but it might not be everyone’s favorite from a proportions standpoint
Still Practical for Everyday Family Life
- Good visibility from large windows: makes it easier to drive and park, especially in tighter areas
- Easy height to get in and out: not too tall, not too low, which works well for kids climbing in
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First Row
The front seat feels like a big upgrade. It’s cleaner, more modern, and actually easier to use without feeling overcomplicated. I like that Nissan didn’t try to do too much here. It still feels familiar, just better.
Tech finally feels updated without being confusing
- 13.2-inch touchscreen that’s easy to use: quick response, simple layout, nothing feels buried
- Digital gauge cluster with useful info: clean and readable without being distracting
- Heads-up display adds convenience: speed, navigation, and calls right in your line of sight
- Surround view camera with multiple angles: super helpful for parking and tight spots
Physical controls still make this easy to live with
- Real volume knob: small thing, but it matters
- Climate controls outside the screen: you’re not digging through menus while driving
- Touch-style climate panel with feedback: it vibrates when you press it so you know it worked
Storage actually makes sense for everyday life
- Deep side door cubbies: easy spot for water bottles or random kid stuff
- Large center console: plenty of room to stash everything
- Open storage under the center stack: great for tossing a bag or extra items
Comfort leans a little more premium than expected
- Zero gravity seats are genuinely comfortable: I don’t know about the name, but they feel good on longer drives
- Heated, ventilated, and even massaging seats available: that’s a lot for this category
- Panoramic sunroof adds light: makes the whole space feel bigger
- Ambient lighting adds some fun: customizable and a nice touch without being distracting
Second Row
This is where the Murano really stands out. For a two-row SUV, the second row gives you the kind of space and flexibility that actually works if you’re dealing with multiple car seats.
Three car seats can fit across with the right setup
- Multiple three-across configurations work: especially when you mix a booster, a convertible, and a slimmer seat
- Middle seat is usable: I could sit next to a car seat and still have decent space, which says a lot
LATCH anchors are in the outboard seats only
- Two sets of lower anchors: one in each outboard seat
- No lower anchors in the middle seat: you’ll use a seat belt install there
Top tether anchors support forward-facing installs across the row
- Top tether anchors for all three seating positions: you can properly secure forward-facing seats no matter where they’re placed
Rear-facing space works even for taller drivers
- Plenty of front-to-back room: I’m about 6 feet tall and still had space with a rear-facing seat behind me
- Easier fit than smaller SUVs: this feels like a clear step up from something like a CR-V or Rogue
Comfort features make this easier for kids and parents
- Air vents on the back of the center console: helps keep airflow consistent
- Built-in sunshades: rare in a two-row and really helpful for little kids
- Heated outboard seats on higher trims: nice bonus for older kids
Getting kids in and out feels manageable
- Easy step-in height: not too tall, not too low
- Wide door openings: gives you room to maneuver during installs
Third Row
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Trunk
You get usable trunk space all the time
This is the benefit of a two-row. You’re not sacrificing space to a third row, so the trunk is always ready to go.
- 32.9 cubic feet behind the second row: solid space for strollers, groceries, and everyday gear
- Wide, flat cargo area: easy to load without stacking everything awkwardly
- Power tailgate: quick open when your hands are full
Sits right in the middle for this category
- More space than a Corolla Cross (24 cu ft): noticeable upgrade if you’re coming from something smaller
- Less than a Rogue (36.5 cu ft): you give up a little cargo for a more premium look
- Close to midsize options like the 4Runner (44.8 cu ft): but without the bulk
Small details make a big difference
- Side cubbies for loose items: great for groceries so things don’t roll around
- 60/40 split seats: flexible when you need both cargo and passengers
- Underfloor storage: extra space plus a spare tire
Safety
The 2025 Murano earns IIHS Top Safety Pick+
The 2025 Nissan Murano is an Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Top Safety Pick+.
Seatbelt pretensioners are included in key seating positions
The Murano includes seatbelt pretensioners in the front seating positions and the rear outboard seats to enhance occupant protection.
Nissan Safety Shield 360 comes standard
Standard safety features include automatic emergency braking, blind spot warning, rear cross traffic alert, lane departure warning, and rear automatic braking.
Car Seat Setup
This setup gives you flexibility for 1–3 car seats
This is one of those two-row SUVs where you actually have options. You can make multiple seats work without immediately needing a third row.
- Two sets of LATCH lower anchors: one in each outboard seat
- Middle seat uses a seat belt install: needed for three-across setups
- Tether anchors in every seating position: you can safely install a forward-facing seat anywhere across the row
Three across is doable with the right seats
- Example that fits: booster + Graco SlimFit3 LX + Britax Poplar
- Seat belt installs help make it work: gives you more flexibility across the row
Rear-facing space works for taller drivers
- Good front-to-back room: even at about 6 feet tall, there’s still space with a rear-facing seat behind
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Community Reviews
3.9 / 5
32 Reviews
Exterior Styling
3.2
Performance
4.1
Technology
4.5
Interior Design
3.8
Second Row Comfort
4.5
Third Row Comfort
3.6
Reliability Score
4.6 /5
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