2018 Nissan Murano — Full Specifications
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The 2018 Nissan Murano is an estate/wagon powered by a 3.5L 6-cyl regular gasoline engine. It returns around 29 mpg (UK) / 24 mpg (US EPA) combined. Owners often keep a Nissan Murano workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Compared with the 2017 Nissan Murano: Fuel economy is essentially unchanged at around 29 mpg (UK) combined. The engine line-up listed by EPA is unchanged. It holds a 5★ overall NHTSA rating (none is on record for the 2017 model).
Full Specifications
| Engine | 3.5L 6-cyl |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic (AV-S7) |
| Fuel Type | Regular Gasoline |
| Powertrain | Conventional |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | Estate/Wagon |
| Length | 4788 mm |
| Passenger Volume (EPA) | 108 cu ft (3,058 L) |
| Luggage Volume (EPA) | 28 cu ft (793 L) |
| Fuel Economy (UK) | 29 combined / 25 urban / 34 extra-urban mpg |
| Fuel Economy (US EPA) | 24 combined / 21 city / 28 highway mpg |
| CO₂ Emissions | 231 g/km |
| EPA Greenhouse Gas Score | 5 / 10 (10 = lowest emissions) |
| EPA Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $2,800 (15,000 mi/yr, US prices) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 2 configurations for the 2018 Nissan Murano, all with the 3.5L 6-cyl engine. The headline figures at the top of this page describe the most fuel-efficient configuration.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG (UK) | MPG (US) | CO₂ g/km | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 29 | 24 (21/28) | 234 | $2,800 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 29 | 24 (21/28) | 231 | $2,800 |
MPG (US) shows combined, with city/highway in brackets. Highlighted row = the configuration used for the headline figures. Source: US EPA fueleconomy.gov.
EPA measures interior passenger volume at 108 cubic feet (about 3,058 litres) and luggage volume at 28 cubic feet (about 793 litres). These are US EPA interior-volume figures; they are measured differently from the boot capacity numbers UK manufacturers quote.
Owner Essentials for the 2018 Nissan Murano
Running Costs: 2018 Nissan Murano
Covering around 8,000 miles a year in a 2018 Nissan Murano at 29 mpg combined, expect roughly 1,254 litres of fuel annually — multiply by your local price per litre for a cost estimate. For US owners, the EPA estimates about $2,800 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration (15,000 miles, national average prices). Work out exact fuel costs with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2018 Nissan Murano Safety Ratings (NHTSA)
Recalls & Owner Complaints (NHTSA)
NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns that include the 2018 Nissan Murano (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Service brakes (1), Back over prevention (1). 1 campaign carried a “do not drive” or “park outside” advisory. A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
- Service brakes — campaign 19V807000, reported 8 November 2019. Risk: A brake fluid leak on the circuit board may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Back over prevention — campaign 19V654000, reported 12 September 2019. Risk: The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
Owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Nissan Murano. The most-reported areas are Unspecified (5), Electrical system (4), Service brakes (3). Complaints include 1 reported fire. That is well below the median of 46 complaints across the 17 Nissan Murano model years in our data.
Used-buyer checklist for the 2018 Nissan Murano
Based on where NHTSA recalls and owner complaints cluster for this model year, these are the areas worth checking before you buy:
- Brakes (1 recall campaign · 3 owner complaints) — Brake firmly from speed and look for pulling, vibration or a soft pedal; ask for brake service history.
- Electrical system (4 owner complaints) — Test every switch, window, light and warning lamp on a test drive, and ask about battery or alternator replacements.
- Driver-assist sensors (3 owner complaints) — Check that driver-assist warning lights are off and sensors are clean and undamaged.
Source: US NHTSA recall and consumer-complaint databases, retrieved 6 October 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects. Check any vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, and see our guide to checking a used car for recalls.
How It Compares
How does the Nissan Murano compare to similar estate/wagons? For context, estate/wagons in our database average around 34 mpg (UK) combined — this model's 29 mpg figure is 5 mpg below that average. Its 231 g/km CO₂ figure is 28 g/km higher than the 203 g/km average for estate/wagons on this site. This comparison is based on 194 estate/wagons in our dataset.
At 29 mpg (UK) combined it sits close to the 29 mpg average for Nissan models in our database.
Of the 17 Nissan Murano model years we cover, the 2018 is the most economical on its best configuration (29 mpg UK combined). See every Nissan Murano year side by side.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2018 Nissan Murano have?
It's fitted with a 3.5L 6-cyl regular gasoline engine, paired with a automatic (av-s7) transmission.
What is the fuel economy of the 2018 Nissan Murano?
The most efficient configuration returns around 29 mpg (UK) combined, or 24 mpg on the US EPA cycle.
How much does the 2018 Nissan Murano cost to fuel per year?
The US EPA estimates about $2,800 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration, based on 15,000 miles of mixed driving and national average fuel prices. Your own cost will depend on mileage and local prices.
Does the 2018 Nissan Murano have a good safety rating?
It holds an overall NHTSA rating of 5 stars, with 4 stars for frontal crash protection.
Does the 2018 Nissan Murano have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns that include the 2018 Nissan Murano (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Service brakes (1), Back over prevention (1). 1 campaign carried a “do not drive” or “park outside” advisory. A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2018 Nissan Murano?
Among the 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are Unspecified (5 complaints), Electrical system (4 complaints), Service brakes (3 complaints). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects, and raw counts rise with how many cars were sold.
How much interior and luggage space does the 2018 Nissan Murano have?
EPA measures interior passenger volume at 108 cubic feet (about 3,058 litres) and luggage volume at 28 cubic feet (about 793 litres). These are US EPA interior-volume figures, which are measured differently from the UK boot-capacity numbers manufacturers quote.
Is the Nissan Murano's fuel economy good for an estate/wagon?
It returns around 29 mpg (UK) combined, against a same-body-style average of roughly 34 mpg among the estate/wagons we track.