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Audi Q5 vs Nissan Murano

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2026 Audi Q5

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2026 Nissan Murano

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Overview

SpecAudi Q5PremiumNissan MuranoSV
Selected trimPremiumSV
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)regular unleaded
Transmission7-speed automated manual9-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20262026

Pricing & market

SpecAudi Q5PremiumNissan MuranoSV
MSRP$52,800$41,470 (best)
Lowest listing price$9,985$6,425 (best)
Median listing price$37,890 (best)$41,251
Highest listing price$68,618$51,385 (best)
For sale now100150 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecAudi Q5PremiumNissan MuranoSV
Combined MPG24 MPG (best)23 MPG
City MPG21 MPG21 MPG
Highway MPG29 MPG (best)27 MPG
Fuel tank17.2 gal18.7 gal (best)

Performance

SpecAudi Q5PremiumNissan MuranoSV
Horsepower268 hp (best)241 hp
Torque295 lb-ft (best)260 lb-ft
Engine size2 L2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecAudi Q5PremiumNissan MuranoSV
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume56.9 cu ft63.5 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity4,400 lbs (best)1,500 lbs
Payload1,036 lbs1,277 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,211 lbs (best)4,323 lbs
Ground clearance—8.3 in (best)
Wheelbase110.9 in111.2 in (best)
Length185.7 in192.9 in (best)
Width74.8 in78 in (best)
Height65.7 in67.9 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecAudi Q5PremiumNissan MuranoSV
NHTSA overallNot Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)Not Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)Not Rated3 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)Not Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)Not Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side poleNot Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
RolloverNot Rated4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimAudi Q5Nissan Murano
1

Premium

$52,800 MSRP(Currently comparing)

SV

$41,470 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Premium Plus

$55,700 MSRP

SL

$46,560 MSRP

3

Prestige

$60,700 MSRP

Platinum

$49,600 MSRP

Live inventory

Audi Q5 vs Nissan Murano FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Audi Q5 or 2026 Nissan Murano?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Audi Q5 vs 2026 Nissan Murano on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 Audi Q5 or 2026 Nissan Murano?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Nissan Murano starts lower at $41,470. Live Audi Q5 listings start at $9,985. Live Nissan Murano listings start at $6,425.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Audi Q5 or 2026 Nissan Murano?
The 2026 Nissan Murano leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (41,470).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Audi Q5 or 2026 Nissan Murano?
The 2026 Audi Q5 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (24).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Audi Q5 or 2026 Nissan Murano?
The 2026 Audi Q5 leads on horsepower in this comparison (268).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Audi Q5 or 2026 Nissan Murano?
The 2026 Audi Q5 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (4,400).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Audi Q5 vs 2026 Nissan Murano?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi Q5 (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall); Nissan Murano (5/5 NHTSA overall).
Audi Q5 vs Nissan Murano: Price, MPG, Safety & Specs Compared | Open Dealer