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Compare Nissan Murano vs Toyota Highlander

Nissan Murano
2023 Nissan Murano
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$33,860
Starting Price (MSRP)
7.0
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Toyota Highlander
2023 Toyota Highlander
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$36,420
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.6
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Overview

Engine
3.5L V6 Gas
Engine
2.4L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 20 MPG
Hwy: 28 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 22 MPG
Hwy: 29 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
19 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.9 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
8 seater

Photos

Nissan Murano
2021-2023 Nissan Murano Rear Angle View
2021-2023 Nissan Murano Central Console
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Toyota Highlander
2020-2023 Toyota Highlander Rear Angle View
2020-2023 Toyota Highlander Steering Wheel Design
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
3.5L V6 Gas
2.4L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
260 hp @ 6000 rpm
265 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque
240 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
310 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,865 lbs
4,155 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity
1,500 lbs
5,000 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
23 MPG
25 MPG
City
20 MPG
22 MPG
Highway
28 MPG
29 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
7.7 Tons/yr
7.1 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
19 gallons
17.9 gallons
Cruising Range City
380 miles
393.8 miles
Cruising Range Highway
532 miles
519.1 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
192.8 in
194.9 in
Height
67.8 in
68.1 in
Max Width
75.4 in
76 in
Front Width
64.6 in
65.3 in
Rear Width
64.6 in
65.4 in
Wheelbase
111.2 in
112.2 in
Ground Clearance
6.9 in
N/A

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
8 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
40.5 in
42 in
Front Seat Headroom
39.9 in
39.9 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
59.5 in
59 in
Front Seat Hip Room
55.4 in
57.2 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
38.7 in
38.7 in
Rear Seat Headroom
39.8 in
39.4 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
58.8 in
58.7 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
55.2 in
57 in
Third Row Leg Room
N/A
28 in
Third Row Headroom
N/A
36.1 in
Third Row Shoulder Room
N/A
55 in
Third Row Hip Room
N/A
45.6 in

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
67 ft³
84.3 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
32.1 ft³
48.4 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
32.1 ft³
16 ft³

Cargo Box Dimensions

Box Width (Wheelhousings)
43 in
N/A
Box Height (Area)
33.7 in
N/A

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
38.7 ft
37.4 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
18" x 7.5"
18" x 8"
Rear Wheel Size
18" x 7.5"
18" x 8"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P235/65TR18
P235/65VR18
Rear Tire
P235/65TR18
P235/65VR18
Spare Tire
Compact
Compact

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Brilliant Silver Metallic
  • Deep Ocean Blue Pearl
  • Gun Metallic
  • Pearl White Tricoat
  • Super Black
  • Blueprint
  • Celestial Silver Metallic
  • Cypress
  • Magnetic Gray Metallic
  • Midnight Black Metallic
  • Wind Chill Pearl

Standard Interior Materials

  • Graphite, Cloth Seat Trim
  • Black, Fabric Seat Trim
  • Graphite, Fabric Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Satellite Radio
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Not Available
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Not Available
Standard
Rear A/C
Not Available
Standard
Keyless Start
Standard
Standard
Telematics
Not Available
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Rear Parking Aid
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Side Air Bag
Standard
Not Available

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
2 Years / Unlimited Miles
Maintenance
N/A
2 Years / 25,000 Miles
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