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Isuzu Ascender vs Nissan Murano

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

Vehicles

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2008 Isuzu Ascender

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2026 Nissan Murano

Overview

SpecIsuzu AscenderSNissan MuranoSV
Selected trimSSV
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainrear wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission4-speed automatic9-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20082026

Pricing & market

SpecIsuzu AscenderSNissan MuranoSV
MSRP$27,149 (best)$41,470
Lowest listing price$9,399 (best)
Median listing price$42,589 (best)
Highest listing price$51,033 (best)
For sale now0161 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecIsuzu AscenderSNissan MuranoSV
Combined MPG16 MPG23 MPG (best)
City MPG14 MPG21 MPG (best)
Highway MPG20 MPG27 MPG (best)
Fuel tank21.7 gal (best)18.7 gal

Performance

SpecIsuzu AscenderSNissan MuranoSV
Horsepower285 hp (best)241 hp
Torque276 lb-ft (best)260 lb-ft
Engine size4.2 L (best)2 L
CylindersI6I4

Size & capability

SpecIsuzu AscenderSNissan MuranoSV
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors5 (best)4
Cargo volume80.1 cu ft (best)63.5 cu ft
Towing capacity5,800 lbs (best)1,500 lbs
Payload1,133 lbs1,277 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,417 lbs4,323 lbs (best)
Ground clearance8 in8.3 in (best)
Wheelbase113 in (best)111.2 in
Length191.6 in192.9 in (best)
Width76.1 in78 in (best)
Height74.5 in (best)67.9 in

Safety & recalls

SpecIsuzu AscenderSNissan MuranoSV
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)3 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★ (best)3 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)
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.

TrimIsuzu AscenderNissan Murano
1

S

$27,149 MSRP(Currently comparing)

SV

$41,470 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

S

$29,149 MSRP

SL

$46,560 MSRP

3

Platinum

$49,600 MSRP

Live inventory

Isuzu Ascender vs Nissan Murano FAQ

Which is better: 2008 Isuzu Ascender or 2026 Nissan Murano?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2008 Isuzu Ascender 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: 2008 Isuzu Ascender or 2026 Nissan Murano?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2008 Isuzu Ascender starts lower at $27,149. Live Nissan Murano listings start at $9,399.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2008 Isuzu Ascender or 2026 Nissan Murano?
The 2008 Isuzu Ascender leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (27,149).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2008 Isuzu Ascender or 2026 Nissan Murano?
The 2026 Nissan Murano leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (23).
Which has better horsepower: 2008 Isuzu Ascender or 2026 Nissan Murano?
The 2008 Isuzu Ascender leads on horsepower in this comparison (285).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2008 Isuzu Ascender or 2026 Nissan Murano?
The 2008 Isuzu Ascender leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,800).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2008 Isuzu Ascender vs 2026 Nissan Murano?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Nissan Murano (5/5 NHTSA overall).