The 2017 Nissan Rogue vs. the 2017 Nissan Murano

At St. Charles Nissan, we're always thrilled when our drivers in the St. Charles, St. Louis, and Saint Peters area come in and ask us to help them find their next midsize SUV. The Nissan Rogue and the Nissan Murano are both popular options for drivers. However, differentiating these vehicles can be tricky, so we're here to help by showing you how the 2017 Nissan Rogue and the 2017 Nissan Murano differ. 

In this article, we're going to take a closer look at the 2017 Nissan Rogue and the 2017 Nissan Murano. We'll show you how these vehicles differ in the engine power and efficiency, the interior space and comfort, and the entertainment and technology features. Reading this comparison will help you see which of these popular models is right for you.

Nissan Rogue vs. Nissan Murano: Engine Power & Efficiency

The difference between these midsize SUVs is clear with their respective engines. The Nissan Rogue features a 2.5L four-cylinder engine capable of producing 170 horsepower and 175 lb-ft of torque. The Nissan Murano features a 3.5L V6 engine that can deliver 260 horsepower. Each midsize SUV is equipped with the Xtronic® CVT (continuously variable transmission).

While there is a pretty noticeable difference in power, there's also one with fuel efficiency. Although the Nissan Rogue delivers less horsepower, it takes the lead in fuel efficiency with its EPA estimated 26/33 mpg city/highway*. The Nissan Murano gets 21/28 mpg city/highway** according to EPA estimates.

Interior Space & Comfort

Both the Nissan Rogue and the Nissan Murano have a similar appearance, but the Murano is a little bit longer. The Nissan Rogue features 105.8 cubic feet of passenger space while the Nissan Murano opens with 140.2 cubic feet. While the Nissan Rogue doesn't share the same cabin space, it actually offers a little bit more room for its passengers with 41.6 inches of head room and 43 inches of leg room for front passengers. The Nissan Murano offers 39.9 inches of head room and 40.5 inches of leg room in the front.

Entertainment & Technology

The Nissan Rogue and the Nissan Murano have a lot of similarities in this category. Both vehicles feature an AM/FM radio, a CD player, and a three-month trial subscription of SiriusXM® Satellite Radio. They both come with Bluetooth® hands-free phone and audio streaming as well as the hands-free test messaging assistant.

When it comes to their differences, there's only a few. The Nissan Rogue comes with a four-speaker sound system, while the Nissan Murano features six-speakers. However, the Nissan Rogue comes standard with a five-inch display screen, while the Nissan Murano offers a screen as an option. 

Making Your Decision

In this comparison, we showed drivers like you the differences between these two popular midsize SUVs. If you're still torn, you can always come down and see us at St. Charles Nissan and check both vehicles out. You can even take them out on the road to get a feel for them to see which one you connect with more.

Stop by and see us at St. Charles Nissan, the dealership that proudly serves drivers from the St. Charles, St. Louis, and O'Fallon area.

*Fuel economy based on Targeted 2017 EPA fuel economy estimates for 2017 Rogue.^® EPA data not available at time of publication. Targeted 2017 fuel economy of: • 26 city MPG or 33 highway MPG or 29 combined MPG estimate (S, SV, and SL trims) • 33 city MPG or 35 highway MPG or 34 combined MPG estimate (SV hybrid and SL hybrid trims) based on Nissan internal testing results, subject to EPA confirmation. Actual mileage may vary with driving conditions - use for comparison only.

**2017 EPA Fuel Economy Estimates 21 city/28 highway. Actual mileage may vary with driving conditions - use for comparison only.