2023 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2023 Nissan Murano | NewCars.com

2023 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2023 Nissan Murano Review

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2023 Chevrolet
Traverse

MSRP*: $34,520 to $54,200
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2023 Nissan
Murano

MSRP*: $33,860 to $47,110
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MPG - City 17 - 18 MPG 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 25 - 27 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 98.2 ft3 65.0 - 67.0 ft3
Engine
  • 310-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 260-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 310 hp 260 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 205.9 in 192.8 in
Exterior Width 78.6 in 75.4 in
Leg Room Front 41.0 in
Rear 38.4 in
Front 40.5 in
Rear 38.7 in
Head Room Front 41.4 - 42.8 in
Rear 39.0 - 40.0 in
Front 38.1 - 39.9 in
Rear 37.8 - 39.8 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Chevrolet Traverse offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Nissan Murano, with comparable head- and legroom. The Chevrolet Traverse will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Nissan Murano.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Chevrolet Traverse as you will with the Nissan Murano, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Chevrolet Traverse is somewhat more expensive than the Nissan Murano.

Dimensions
Since the Chevrolet Traverse is much wider than the Nissan Murano, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Chevrolet Traverse, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Nissan Murano.

Handling
The Chevrolet Traverse has the same turning radius as the Nissan Murano, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Chevrolet Traverse has a little more horsepower than the Nissan Murano.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Chevrolet Traverse transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Nissan Murano.

Utility
Soccer Moms and those who need to chauffeur around a lot of people will appreciate the Chevrolet Traverse more than the Nissan Murano, due to its significantly greater seating capacity. With the Chevrolet Traverse, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Nissan Murano.