2025 Mazda CX-50 vs. 2024 Nissan Murano Review

Picture of the 2025 Mazda CX-50

2025 Mazda
CX-50

MSRP*: $30,300 to $43,300
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Picture of the 2024 Nissan Murano

2024 Nissan
Murano

MSRP*: $38,740 to $48,450
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MPG - City 23 - 25 MPG 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 29 - 31 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 56.3 ft3 65.0 - 67.0 ft3
Engine
  • 187-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 227-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 260-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 187 - 227 hp 260 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 - 3,500 lbs 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 185.8 in 192.8 in
Exterior Width 75.6 in 75.4 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.8 in
Front 40.5 in
Rear 38.7 in
Head Room Front 38.6 - 39.1 in
Rear 37.5 - 38.6 in
Front 38.1 - 39.9 in
Rear 37.8 - 39.8 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
The Mazda CX-50 offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Nissan Murano. The Mazda CX-50 will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Nissan Murano.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Mazda CX-50 as you will with the Nissan Murano, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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). When looking only at MSRP, the Mazda CX-50 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Nissan Murano.

Dimensions
The Mazda CX-50 is about the same width as the Nissan Murano. The Mazda CX-50 is slightly shorter than the Nissan Murano, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Mazda CX-50 has a smaller turning radius than the Nissan Murano, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Mazda CX-50 is clearly the choice over the Nissan Murano for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Mazda CX-50 has a lot less horsepower than the Nissan Murano.

Powertrain
The Mazda CX-50 has much lower torque than the Nissan Murano, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Mazda CX-50 and the Nissan Murano. The Mazda CX-50 has less cargo space than the Nissan Murano, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.