Chevrolet Traverse vs Nissan Murano
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Nissan Murano
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet TraverseLT | Nissan MuranoSV |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LT | SV |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet TraverseLT | Nissan MuranoSV |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $40,800 (best) | $41,470 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet TraverseLT | Nissan MuranoSV |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG | 23 MPG |
| City MPG | 20 MPG | 21 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 27 MPG | 27 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 19.4 gal (best) | 18.7 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet TraverseLT | Nissan MuranoSV |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 328 hp (best) | 241 hp |
| Torque | 326 lb-ft (best) | 260 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.5 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet TraverseLT | Nissan MuranoSV |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 7 seats (best) | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 97.6 cu ft (best) | 63.5 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 5,000 lbs (best) | 1,500 lbs |
| Payload | — | 1,277 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,504 lbs | 4,323 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 6.8 in | 8.3 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 121 in (best) | 111.2 in |
| Length | 204.5 in (best) | 192.9 in |
| Width | 79.6 in (best) | 78 in |
| Height | 69.6 in (best) | 67.9 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet TraverseLT | Nissan MuranoSV |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | 3 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None 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.
| Trim | Chevrolet Traverse | Nissan Murano |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LT $40,800 MSRP(Currently comparing) | SV $41,470 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | LT $42,800 MSRP | SL $46,560 MSRP |
| 3 | Z71 $48,900 MSRP | Platinum $49,600 MSRP |
| 4 | High Country $55,100 MSRP | — |
| 5 | High Country $57,100 MSRP | — |
| 6 | RS $55,400 MSRP | — |
| 7 | RS $57,400 MSRP | — |