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BMW X3 vs Nissan Murano

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

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2026 Nissan Murano

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Overview

SpecBMW X330 xDriveNissan MuranoSV
Selected trim30 xDriveSV
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)regular unleaded
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic9-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typemild hybridgas
Model year20262026

Pricing & market

SpecBMW X330 xDriveNissan MuranoSV
MSRP$51,300$41,470 (best)
Lowest listing price$4,980 (best)$6,425
Median listing price$57,756$41,251 (best)
Highest listing price$79,100$51,385 (best)
For sale now202 (best)150

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW X330 xDriveNissan MuranoSV
Combined MPG29 MPG (best)23 MPG
City MPG27 MPG (best)21 MPG
Highway MPG33 MPG (best)27 MPG
Fuel tank17.2 gal18.7 gal (best)

Performance

SpecBMW X330 xDriveNissan MuranoSV
Horsepower255 hp (best)241 hp
Torque295 lb-ft (best)260 lb-ft
Engine size2 L2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecBMW X330 xDriveNissan MuranoSV
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume67.1 cu ft (best)63.5 cu ft
Towing capacity—1,500 lbs (best)
Payload—1,277 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,176 lbs (best)4,323 lbs
Ground clearance8.5 in (best)8.3 in
Wheelbase112.8 in (best)111.2 in
Length187.2 in192.9 in (best)
Width75.6 in78 in (best)
Height65.4 in67.9 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW X330 xDriveNissan MuranoSV
NHTSA overall4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★ (best)3 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side pole5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Rollover4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)1None reported (best)

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.

TrimBMW X3Nissan Murano
1

30 xDrive

$51,300 MSRP(Currently comparing)

SV

$41,470 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

M50 xDrive

$66,500 MSRP

SL

$46,560 MSRP

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Platinum

$49,600 MSRP

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BMW X3 vs Nissan Murano FAQ

Which is better: 2026 BMW X3 or 2026 Nissan Murano?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 BMW X3 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 BMW X3 or 2026 Nissan Murano?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Nissan Murano starts lower at $41,470. Live BMW X3 listings start at $4,980. Live Nissan Murano listings start at $6,425.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 BMW X3 or 2026 Nissan Murano?
The 2026 Nissan Murano leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (41,470).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 BMW X3 or 2026 Nissan Murano?
The 2026 BMW X3 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (29).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 BMW X3 or 2026 Nissan Murano?
The 2026 BMW X3 leads on horsepower in this comparison (393).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 BMW X3 or 2026 Nissan Murano?
The 2026 Nissan Murano leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,500).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 BMW X3 vs 2026 Nissan Murano?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: BMW X3 (4/5 NHTSA overall); Nissan Murano (5/5 NHTSA overall).
BMW X3 vs Nissan Murano: Price, MPG, Safety & Specs Compared | Open Dealer