2025 Lexus NX 350 vs. 2025 Nissan Murano Review

Picture of the 2025 Lexus NX 350

2025 Lexus
NX 350

MSRP*: $44,725 to $50,790
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2025 Nissan
Murano

MSRP*: $40,470 to $49,600
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MPG - City 21 MPG 21 MPG
MPG - Hwy 28 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 46.9 ft3 63.5 ft3
Engine
  • 275-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 241-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 275 hp 241 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 183.5 in 192.9 in
Exterior Width 73.4 in 78.0 in
Leg Room Front 41.0 in
Rear 36.1 in
Front 44.3 in
Rear 36.3 in
Head Room Front 37.1 - 38.3 in
Rear 38.1 - 38.5 in
Front 39.4 - 41.1 in
Rear 37.9 - 39.7 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Nissan Murano than in the Lexus NX 350, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Nissan Murano will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Lexus NX 350.

Convenience
With the Nissan Murano, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Lexus NX 350, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Lexus NX 350 is somewhat more expensive than the Nissan Murano.

Dimensions
Since the Lexus NX 350 is much slimmer than the Nissan Murano, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Lexus NX 350, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Nissan Murano.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Lexus NX 350 is clearly the choice over the Nissan Murano for pulling heavy loads. The Lexus NX 350 has a little more horsepower than the Nissan Murano.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Lexus NX 350 transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Nissan Murano.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Lexus NX 350 and the Nissan Murano. The Lexus NX 350 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Nissan Murano.