Two of the most popular SUVs currently available in today’s automotive market are the 2021 Nissan Murano vs the 2021 Toyota RAV4, both of which have received praise for their interior spaciousness and practicality. But which SUV is the better choice for the average SUV shoppers? Continue reading to view our comparative analysis between the 2021 Nissan Murano vs the 2021 Toyota RAV4.
The 2021 Nissan Murano offers more power than the 2021 Toyota RAV4. Every configuration of the 2021 RAV4 is powered by a four-cylinder, 2.5-liter engine that outputs 203 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque. In comparison, the 2021 Nissan Murano comes standard with a 3.5-liter V6 engine with 260 horsepower and 240 pound-feet of torque. Front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive are available for both SUVs.
2021 Nissan Murano |
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2021 Toyota RAV4 |
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260 hp | Standard Horsepower | 203 hp |
240 lb.-ft. | Standard Torque | 184 lb.-ft. |
8 In. Touchscreen | Standard Infotainment System | 7 In. Touchscreen |
140.2 cu.ft. | Interior Volume | 136.4 cu.ft. |
In terms of technology features, the 2021 Nissan Murano has the advantage over the 2021 Toyota RAV4. While both SUVs come standard with an infotainment system, the 2021 Murano features an eight-inch touchscreen while the 2021 RAV4 utilizes a seven-inch touchscreen.
The 2021 Murano is also more spacious than the 2021 RAV4. The 2021 Murano includes 140.2 cubic feet of interior volume while the 2021 Toyota RAV4 features 136.4 cubic feet of interior volume.
Safety and security features available for the 2021 Nissan Murano include: Rear door child safety locks, daytime running lights, an engine immobilizer, auto delay off headlamps, a tire pressure monitoring system, emergency braking preparation, dusk sensing headlamps, front and rear head airbags, a traction control system, a post-collision safety system and more.