Nissan Murano vs Chevrolet Trax
Overview | |
MSRP$40,470 | MSRP$21,700 |
Listings302 | Listings1462 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryThe fourth generation of the Murano comes with a new powertrain and lots of new features, including tech and comfort options making their way into this lineup for the first time ever. Yet Nissan has also, for some reason, felt it necessary to take away certain desirable offerings that used to be more affordably accessible. It sits at the upper end of the automaker’s crossover and SUV range, above the Nissan Kicks, the Nissan Rogue, the Nissan Pathfinder, and the Nissan Ariya, but below the larger Nissan Armada. Verdict: We’ve got a lot of good things to say about this new Murano. The downgrades stick in our craw, but in reality, they represent just a small handful of the many changes that are generally quite positive. | |
Reviews SummaryThe Trax is the cheapest new car Chevy sells in the United States. It takes the place of compact sedans and hatchbacks in the Bowtie brand’s lineup, while competing with entry-level crossover SUVs such as the Hyundai Venue and the Nissan Kicks. The current Trax was introduced for the 2024 model year, and for 2026 the only changes are two new exterior color options. White Sands is available with Activ and RS models, while Apex Red is available with RS, LS, and LT models. Verdict: Blending elements of compact cars and crossover SUVs, the Trax hits a sweet spot of utility and affordability. It’s also pleasant to drive and offers impressive infotainment tech, but a lack of solid safety ratings and the unavailability of all-wheel drive are the tradeoffs. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 241 hp I4 | Engine1.2L 137 hp I3 Flex Fuel Vehicle |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower241 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower137 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City21 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway24 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 241 hp I4 | Engine Name1.2L 137 hp I3 Flex Fuel Vehicle |
Torque260 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | Torque162 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm |
Horsepower241 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower137 hp @ 5000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City21 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway24 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space32.9 cu ft | Cargo Space25.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight4193 lbs | Curb Weight2983 lbs |
Height67.9 in | Height61.4 in |
Length192.9 in | Length178.6 in |
Width87.7 in | Width71.8 in |
Wheelbase111.2 in | Wheelbase106.3 in |
Maximum Payload1407 lbs | Maximum Payload1162 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity1500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $40,470 | $21,700 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 7.7 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | The fourth generation of the Murano comes with a new powertrain and lots of new features, including tech and comfort options making their way into this lineup for the first time ever. Yet Nissan has also, for some reason, felt it necessary to take away certain desirable offerings that used to be more affordably accessible. It sits at the upper end of the automaker’s crossover and SUV range, above the Nissan Kicks, the Nissan Rogue, the Nissan Pathfinder, and the Nissan Ariya, but below the larger Nissan Armada. Verdict: We’ve got a lot of good things to say about this new Murano. The downgrades stick in our craw, but in reality, they represent just a small handful of the many changes that are generally quite positive. | The Trax is the cheapest new car Chevy sells in the United States. It takes the place of compact sedans and hatchbacks in the Bowtie brand’s lineup, while competing with entry-level crossover SUVs such as the Hyundai Venue and the Nissan Kicks. The current Trax was introduced for the 2024 model year, and for 2026 the only changes are two new exterior color options. White Sands is available with Activ and RS models, while Apex Red is available with RS, LS, and LT models. Verdict: Blending elements of compact cars and crossover SUVs, the Trax hits a sweet spot of utility and affordability. It’s also pleasant to drive and offers impressive infotainment tech, but a lack of solid safety ratings and the unavailability of all-wheel drive are the tradeoffs. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 241 hp I4 | 1.2L 137 hp I3 Flex Fuel Vehicle |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 241 hp @ 5600 rpm | 137 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City | 21 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 24 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 241 hp I4 | 1.2L 137 hp I3 Flex Fuel Vehicle |
Torque | 260 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | 162 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm |
Horsepower | 241 hp @ 5600 rpm | 137 hp @ 5000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 21 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 24 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 32.9 cu ft | 25.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4193 lbs | 2983 lbs |
Height | 67.9 in | 61.4 in |
Length | 192.9 in | 178.6 in |
Width | 87.7 in | 71.8 in |
Wheelbase | 111.2 in | 106.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 1407 lbs | 1162 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1500 lbs | |

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