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Nissan Murano vs Toyota RAV4

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

Vehicles

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2026 Nissan Murano

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2026 Toyota RAV4

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Overview

SpecNissan MuranoSVToyota RAV4LE
Selected trimSVLE
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission9-speed shiftable automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegashybrid
Model year20262026

Pricing & market

SpecNissan MuranoSVToyota RAV4LE
MSRP$41,470$31,900 (best)
Lowest listing price$8,990$6,695 (best)
Median listing price$42,223$34,323 (best)
Highest listing price$46,524 (best)$48,616
For sale now48145 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecNissan MuranoSVToyota RAV4LE
Combined MPG23 MPG44 MPG (best)
City MPG21 MPG48 MPG (best)
Highway MPG27 MPG42 MPG (best)
Fuel tank18.7 gal (best)15 gal

Performance

SpecNissan MuranoSVToyota RAV4LE
Horsepower241 hp (best)226 hp
Torque260 lb-ft (best)172 lb-ft
Engine size2 L2.5 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecNissan MuranoSVToyota RAV4LE
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume63.5 cu ft (best)—
Towing capacity1,500 lbs1,750 lbs (best)
Payload1,277 lbs (best)—
Curb weight4,323 lbs3,640 lbs (best)
Ground clearance8.3 in (best)8 in
Wheelbase111.2 in (best)106 in
Length192.9 in (best)181 in
Width78 in (best)73 in
Height67.9 in (best)67 in

Safety & recalls

SpecNissan MuranoSVToyota RAV4LE
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (passenger)3 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Rollover4 / 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.

TrimNissan MuranoToyota RAV4
1

SV

$41,470 MSRP(Currently comparing)

LE

$31,900 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

SL

$46,560 MSRP

LE AWD

$33,300 MSRP

3

Platinum

$49,600 MSRP

SE

$34,700 MSRP

4—

SE AWD

$36,100 MSRP

5—

XLE

$36,100 MSRP

6—

XLE AWD

$37,500 MSRP

7—

Woodland

$39,900 MSRP

8—

XSE

$41,300 MSRP

9—

SE

$41,500 MSRP

10—

Limited

$43,300 MSRP

11—

Woodland

$45,300 MSRP

12—

XSE

$47,200 MSRP

13—

GR Sport

$48,500 MSRP

Live inventory

Nissan Murano vs Toyota RAV4 FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Nissan Murano or 2026 Toyota RAV4?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Nissan Murano vs 2026 Toyota RAV4 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 Nissan Murano or 2026 Toyota RAV4?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Toyota RAV4 starts lower at $31,900. Live Nissan Murano listings start at $8,990. Live Toyota RAV4 listings start at $6,695.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Nissan Murano or 2026 Toyota RAV4?
The 2026 Toyota RAV4 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (31,900).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Nissan Murano or 2026 Toyota RAV4?
The 2026 Toyota RAV4 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (44).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Nissan Murano or 2026 Toyota RAV4?
The 2026 Toyota RAV4 leads on horsepower in this comparison (324).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Nissan Murano or 2026 Toyota RAV4?
The 2026 Toyota RAV4 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,500).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Nissan Murano vs 2026 Toyota RAV4?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Nissan Murano (5/5 NHTSA overall).
Nissan Murano vs Toyota RAV4: Price, MPG, Safety & Specs Compared | Open Dealer