2012 Nissan Murano Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating

Source NHTSA

MPG (up to)

17 -18 City / 22 -24 HWY

Source FuelEconomy.gov

Horsepower

260 -265

Seats

4 -5

Positive Owner Reviews

season s

It has lasted so long without requiring any significant maintenance.

I haven't had any major maintenance to take care of and it almost has 100,000 miles on it now. The seats are comfortable and there is plenty of space. I don't have any complaints about my car. I would buy a newer model of the same car when it is needed.

Edward K

For its size it gets good gas mileage. Across 13o,ooo plus miles we have a lifetime average of 23 mpg.

Seats are very important to us. When we went shopping for another vehicle the Murano met our requirements

Melanie M

Overall great car and excellent buy for your money.

The car rides really smooth with a quiet engine. It's nice and roomy without being too bulky or large to park. I've had no issues with the car in the 3 yrs I've owned it. The Bose sound system is awesome and it's fully loaded with high tech capabilities. Very easy maintenance and great gas mileage on long trips.

Jasmine R

The amazing Nissan Murano!

The Nissan Murano is a wonderful vehicle. If you have a family and need to upgrade from a car then you should look into this SUV. The Nissan Murano is a very comfortable SUV and will not disappoint. I have had the SUV for about five year and I do not have anything negative to say about it.

Frank P

Great car poor customer relationships.

In my opinion Nissan has the best engine on the market. The ride is great, fuel economy could be a little better. The only complaint I have is they no longer provided roadside assistance which I was not very happy about and when I sent a letter to Nissan about it I never received a reply.

Kyra O

It is a safe and reliable vehicle.

I like the size. I like the color. I like how it drives. I do not like how the windshield wipers work.

Isabella F

Nissan vehicle the best car I have bought.

My vehicle is very comfortable and very good because there’s enough space to fit everything and everyone I need in my car and the features makes the car look very unique and cool. If I had to recommend this to someone I would and I would tell them and show them more about the car.

Amanda W

Best SUV I have ever owned!

I use this SUV to haul my pop up camper. We have dogs and love the space in the rear of the murano. We stay up on maintain and have had zero problems. Best vehicle ever!! It is rugged enough for all our outdoor adventures, but classy enough to dress up and go out for a night on the town!

Negative Owner Reviews

Leanna C

Sturdy and good for moving friends.

I have had several issues and the starter needs to be replaced a second time. The mileage is low and it looks nice. The size is very big and is probably better geared towards a family or someone is regularly transporting large items. The handling is ok but even with the backup cam it can be difficult.

Adora A

Nissan vehicles is not that great.

Everything is wrong with it! The heat does not work. The engine light keeps coming on, it always needs oil, it is loud, if it goes a certain speed the steering wheel and car shakes. The driver side window couldn't go down for a while but that problem is finally fixed.

Amie L

I love the cars remote ignition and keyless door locks.

I like that it is a nice ride and has a lot of features. I don't like that it's not good on gas mileage. I also don't like that it feels small with a tall husband and an infant car seat. Also not much truck space because of the way the backend is rounded

Faith M

Problems with 2012 Nissan murano.

Bad handling in winter conditions. All wheel drive does not stay engaged making the truck slide. Can only buy tires for this truck in sets of 4 because of the all wheel drive so you get a flat on one tire you have to junk 3 good tires. It is very small on the inside for our family.

Khadijah C

2012 Nissan murano. Pretty good SUV.

Honestly it is a pretty good car. The only issues that I have had is with the air filter other than that it is very reliable and have very few major problems. I wish the radio was better though I am not a big fan of the black screen. It is pretty good on gas and usually if I have to get something fixed it is a simple fix.

Harman A

Great family car that is very comfortable for whole family.

Great dependable car that is safe and smooth drive. It has good technology build in like Bluetooth and TV in the back seats for kids to enjoy the drive. The car is very comfortable for driver and passengers, it also is very rooming for up to 5 passengers.

Alexis N

An ole reliable, family car that gets you to where you need to go.

I first purchased my, used, Nissan murano in 2012. It was the perfect size for weekend baseball tournaments with my family. We never seemed to have any major issues with the car until a few years ago -it was a wear and tear issue. Aside from that, the murano has been a stable and reliable car.

Emily J

2012 silver Nissan murano s.

It does weird things relating to the electrical when it rains out and for that I do not give the vehicle the highest rating because its unreliable to me. With that said, the vehicle is almost 10 years old so you get what you pay for I guess. I like the interior of the vehicle and the features though.

Nissan Murano Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

260 HP 20 MPG 5 Seats

Base

265 HP 19 MPG 4 Seats

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2012 Nissan Murano Owner Reviews

4.44

170 Reviews

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5 stars

58%

4 stars

28%

3 stars

12%

2 stars

1 star

Caroline K on June 21, 2021

Nissan murano 140,000 miles.

I love that the car drives really smoothly, and the leather finishes are so comfortable. My car has about 140,000 miles on it, and I have only had to do minimal upkeep until this point. This year I had to put about $4000 into the car for upkeep and replacing parts.

Leslie G on June 3, 2021

Nissan murano, the king of the midsize SUVs.

I love this car. It has been the most comfortable, reliable car I have owned. I bought it because I needed a SUV that could pull my small lightweight pop up camper. Love the styling, bells and whistles and roominess. I had my first big repair in 2020 and it was not that costly when you consider nothing has ever gone wrong before. It performs well in town and on the highway. Gets okay gas mileage for its size. And yes, I would consider purchasing another when ready.

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Pros from Owners

Jordan W.

Mileage. Space, horsepower, cons: bulky, ac barely works, Nissan is a horrible company to own a car form because of they are easily swayed based off the opinions of others. Which is crazy because they are a multi millionaire produced company.

Dave F.

Nice SUV just for getting around town. Bought it in order to let our dogs go with us. I do not allow them in the Lincoln or Mercedes. The murano gets fairly good gas mileage and has the power I want in any vehicle. Very comfortable, but not Lincoln comfortable.

Cons from Owners

Jordan W.

All of the above the car sucks. Back up camera breaks down every other time driving. Key battery broke for like 12 months I had to open the car through the passenger side. Which made the alarm go off every time I got into the car it was so embarrassing.

Dave F.

I wish it had more options like our Lincoln, it is kind of a base model. I hate having to open the back hatch manually. Other than that, I'd buy another one. I wish it were just a little larger, but for what I use it for, it fits the bill.

Ranks #10 Midsize SUV by Owners

The 2012 Nissan Murano has an average owner rating of 4.33 out of 5 which ranks it #10 of 22 other Midsize SUVs.

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The 2012 Nissan Murano has a combined MPG of 25 which ranks it #6 of 22 other Midsize SUVs.

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Is The 2012 Nissan Murano A Good Car?

It is ok. It has a lot of problems like it shuts off sometimes while I am driving so it is dangerous. It also is bad on gas. Overall it is a nice car and all I can afford right now. I do not plan on... Read More

Danielle C.

Absolutely. That is why I have owned three so far. Only reason I haven't upgraded again is because they keep making them too long to fit into my garage.

Amanda G.

Yes so far so good. It has the most comfortable seats ever. Its very roomy and a pleasant smooth ride. Gas in not to bad either. I get 22 miles per gallon.

meghan H.

Yes, it is reliable. It is also good on gas. This vehicle runs and drives smooth and I have had very little mechanical issues with it.

John L.

How Reliable Is The 2012 Nissan Murano?

Yes it has problems like it randomly shuts off while I am driving. They said it is a battery issue but I had the battery replaced. It is dangerous for me to drive sometimes. But it is only happened... Read More

Danielle C.

Reliable, absolutely. Never had a problem with it, never had a recall, done routine maintenance only.

Amanda G.

It is reliable. Haven't had any problems. I maintenance when I need and it's been doing great. I really am happy with this vehicle. I travel in it quite often and it's great.

Mary G.

I have had no issues with it mechanically and have gotten regular oil changes and maintenance. It drives well in all seasons and I have seen no issues with it through rain or snow.

Shelley A.

Is The 2012 Nissan Murano A Good Value?

Per month it is like 210 which I think it is too much based on how many problems it has and all the stuff I have to fix on it.

Danielle C.

I paid about $35,000 for mine with my trade-in. It is a little pricey, but for maintenance value it is great.

Amanda G.

There pretty pricey. If you get a new one your looking around 31,000. I bought mine used and paid much less than that.

Winly W.

It cost me $7,000 and I believe it was a very good value. I bought it the car used and it was kept in very good condition by the previous owner.

brittany R.

Frequently Asked Questions

What might cause my 2012 Nissan Murano check engine light to come on?

Answer: When the check engine light turns on in Your 2012 Nissan Murano the first thing that I suggest You do is stop driving. This light comes on when there is a mechanical fault detected with Your car and continuing...

2012 Nissan Murano: What is the towing capacity including torque, payload, and tongue weight?

Answer: The 2017 Nissan Murano has a towing capacity of up to 3,500 pounds. This translates to a tongue weight rating of 350 pounds. This is pretty competitive for a small SUV like the Murano since it is built on a...

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Safety & Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

Overall

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Rollover

Side

*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Roof Strength

Driver-side Overlap Front

Not Rated

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

2012 Nissan Murano Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Nissan Murano Models

2012 Nissan Murano Owner Reviews

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Ranks #10 Midsize SUV by Owners

Ranks #6 Midsize SUV by Fuel Economy

Is The 2012 Nissan Murano A Good Car?

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Is The 2012 Nissan Murano A Good Value?

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