2024 Nissan Murano vs. 2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Review

Picture of the 2024 Nissan Murano

2024 Nissan
Murano

MSRP*: $38,740 to $48,450
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Picture of the 2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid

2024 Toyota
Highlander Hybrid

MSRP*: $40,970 to $53,375
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MPG - City 20 MPG 35 - 36 MPG
MPG - Hwy 28 MPG 34 - 35 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 65.0 - 67.0 ft3 84.3 ft3
Engine
  • 260-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 243-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Continuously Variable Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 260 hp 243 hp
Towing Capacity 1,500 lbs 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 192.8 in 194.9 in
Exterior Width 75.4 in 76.0 in
Leg Room Front 40.5 in
Rear 38.7 in
Front 42.0 in
Rear 38.7 in
Head Room Front 38.1 - 39.9 in
Rear 37.8 - 39.8 in
Front 38.4 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.1 - 39.4 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 Toyota Highlander Hybrid than in the Nissan Murano, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Toyota Highlander Hybrid will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Nissan Murano.

Convenience
The Toyota Highlander Hybrid requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Nissan Murano, making it more convenient to drive.

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 Nissan Murano will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

Dimensions
The Nissan Murano is about the same width as the Toyota Highlander Hybrid. When looking at overall length, the Nissan Murano takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

Handling
The Nissan Murano has a larger turning radius than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Toyota Highlander Hybrid is clearly the choice over the Nissan Murano for pulling heavy loads. The Nissan Murano has a little more horsepower than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Nissan Murano does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

Utility
Soccer Moms beware - the Nissan Murano seats a lot fewer people than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid. The Nissan Murano has significantly less cargo capacity than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.