2025 Mazda CX-50 vs. 2025 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 2025 Nissan Murano

2025 Nissan
Murano

MSRP*: $40,470 to $49,600
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MPG - City 23 - 25 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 29 - 31 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 56.3 ft3 63.5 ft3
Engine
  • 187-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 227-hp, 2.5-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 187 - 227 hp 241 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 - 3,500 lbs 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 185.8 in 192.9 in
Exterior Width 75.6 in 78.0 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.8 in
Front 44.3 in
Rear 36.3 in
Head Room Front 38.6 - 39.1 in
Rear 37.5 - 38.6 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
The Mazda CX-50 offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Nissan Murano. 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 Mazda CX-50.

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
Since the Mazda CX-50 is much slimmer than the Nissan Murano, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. The Mazda CX-50 is slightly shorter than the Nissan Murano, which may make it easier to park.

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.