2024 Nissan Murano vs. 2024 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Review

Picture of the 2024 Nissan Murano

2024 Nissan
Murano

MSRP*: $38,740 to $48,450
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2024 Toyota
RAV4 Hybrid

MSRP*: $31,725 to $40,030
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MPG - City 20 MPG 38 - 41 MPG
MPG - Hwy 28 MPG 35 - 38 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 65.0 - 67.0 ft3 69.8 ft3
Engine
  • 260-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 219-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
Horsepower 260 hp 219 hp
Towing Capacity 1,500 lbs 1,750 lbs
Exterior Length 192.8 in 180.9 in
Exterior Width 75.4 in 73.0 in
Leg Room Front 40.5 in
Rear 38.7 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 37.8 in
Head Room Front 38.1 - 39.9 in
Rear 37.8 - 39.8 in
Front 37.7 - 39.5 in
Rear 39.5 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 back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the Nissan Murano than the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid. The Toyota RAV4 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
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Nissan Murano as you will with the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, 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 Nissan Murano is somewhat more expensive than the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid.

Dimensions
Since the Nissan Murano is much wider than the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Nissan Murano, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid.

Handling
The Nissan Murano has a larger turning radius than the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
With the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than with the Nissan Murano. The Nissan Murano has a little more horsepower than the Toyota RAV4 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 RAV4 Hybrid.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Nissan Murano and the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid. The Nissan Murano has less cargo space than the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.