2024 Kia Telluride vs. 2024 Nissan Murano Review

Picture of the 2024 Kia Telluride

2024 Kia
Telluride

MSRP*: $36,190 to $53,385
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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 18 - 20 MPG 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 24 - 26 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 87.0 ft3 65.0 - 67.0 ft3
Engine
  • 291-hp, 3.8-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 260-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 291 hp 260 hp
Towing Capacity 5,000 - 5,500 lbs 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 196.9 in 192.8 in
Exterior Width 78.3 in 75.4 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 42.4 in
Front 40.5 in
Rear 38.7 in
Head Room Front 39.5 - 40.9 in
Rear 38.8 - 40.2 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Telluride than in the Nissan Murano. The Kia Telluride 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 Kia Telluride 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). The Kia Telluride is somewhat more expensive than the Nissan Murano.

Dimensions
Since the Kia Telluride is much wider than the Nissan Murano, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Kia Telluride, which is slightly longer than the Nissan Murano.

Handling
The Kia Telluride has the same turning radius as the Nissan Murano, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

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

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

Utility
The Kia Telluride offers greater seating capacity than the Nissan Murano, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. With the Kia Telluride, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Nissan Murano.