2020 Toyota Highlander vs 2021 Nissan Murano
Overview | |
MSRP$34,600 | MSRP$32,810 |
Average price$32,069 | Average price$24,372 |
Listings749 | Listings1002 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
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2020 Toyota Highlander Reviews SummaryMidsize three-row SUVs are all spacious and powerful, but only the Toyota Highlander reaches the premium threshold for passenger comfort. Redesigned for 2020, the Highlander's revised styling and technology are secondary to its silent operation, soft ride, and cosseting interior. The upper trims feel and drive just like a Lexus, without the upcharge. There is nothing exciting about a Highlander, and yet, there is no other SUV in the $35,000 to $50,000 range that feels so effortless and tranquil. | |
2021 Nissan Murano Reviews SummaryWhile most midsize SUVs offer three rows, the 2021 Nissan Murano focuses on two rows of comfortable seating. Rivals like the Honda Passport have come on the scene in recent years, but Nissan’s comfortable crossover never left. The Murano was introduced in 2002 as a 2003 model, and the third generation arrived for the 2015 model year. Last refreshed for 2019, the Murano carries over into the 2021 model year largely unchanged, although it does get some additional standard safety features. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.5L 295 hp V6 | Engine3.5L 260 hp V6 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower295 hp @ 6600 rpm | Horsepower260 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City20 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway28 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.5L 295 hp V6 | Engine Name3.5L 260 hp V6 |
Torque263 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm | Torque240 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
Horsepower295 hp @ 6600 rpm | Horsepower260 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City20 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway28 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space16.0 cu ft | Cargo Space32.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight4145 lbs | Curb Weight3833 lbs |
Height68.1 in | Height67.8 in |
Length194.9 in | Length192.8 in |
Width76.0 in | Width75.4 in |
Wheelbase112.2 in | Wheelbase111.2 in |
Maximum Payload1685 lbs | Maximum Payload1277 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity5000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $34,600 | $32,810 |
Average price | $32,069 | $24,372 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.6 | 4.6 |
Expert reviews | 7.7 out of 10Read full review | 7.8 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Midsize three-row SUVs are all spacious and powerful, but only the Toyota Highlander reaches the premium threshold for passenger comfort. Redesigned for 2020, the Highlander's revised styling and technology are secondary to its silent operation, soft ride, and cosseting interior. The upper trims feel and drive just like a Lexus, without the upcharge. There is nothing exciting about a Highlander, and yet, there is no other SUV in the $35,000 to $50,000 range that feels so effortless and tranquil. | While most midsize SUVs offer three rows, the 2021 Nissan Murano focuses on two rows of comfortable seating. Rivals like the Honda Passport have come on the scene in recent years, but Nissan’s comfortable crossover never left. The Murano was introduced in 2002 as a 2003 model, and the third generation arrived for the 2015 model year. Last refreshed for 2019, the Murano carries over into the 2021 model year largely unchanged, although it does get some additional standard safety features. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.5L 295 hp V6 | 3.5L 260 hp V6 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 5 |
Horsepower | 295 hp @ 6600 rpm | 260 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 20 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 28 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.5L 295 hp V6 | 3.5L 260 hp V6 |
Torque | 263 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm | 240 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
Horsepower | 295 hp @ 6600 rpm | 260 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 28 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 8 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 16.0 cu ft | 32.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4145 lbs | 3833 lbs |
Height | 68.1 in | 67.8 in |
Length | 194.9 in | 192.8 in |
Width | 76.0 in | 75.4 in |
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 111.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1685 lbs | 1277 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 5000 lbs | |
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