Is the Nissan Murano expensive to maintain?

The Murano averages $507/year in maintenance — $66 below the midsize segment average of $573. However, repair frequency of 51% is well above the class average of 40%, meaning owners visit for unscheduled repairs more often than most midsize rivals. Major repair probability of 14% is slightly above the 13% segment average. Lower annual cost but higher visit frequency — a mixed profile.

What is the best year for a Nissan Murano?

From available data, 2024 (4 complaints, 10/10 safety, 0 severe) and 2023 (6 complaints, 10/10 safety, 2 severe) are exceptional years. Complaint data has significant gaps in our records between 2013 and 2022, so years in that range can't be fully assessed. Recent production shows very low complaint activity.

How much does Nissan Murano insurance cost?

Murano insurance averages around $2,418/year — roughly $202/month.

Is the Nissan Murano or Chevrolet Blazer cheaper to maintain?

The Murano is $14/year cheaper than the Blazer — $507 versus $521 — a negligible difference. The Blazer has a higher reliability score (8 vs. 7), lower major repair probability (11% vs. 14%), and much lower repair frequency (28% vs. 51%). On total maintenance value, the Blazer holds a meaningful advantage despite nearly identical annual cost.

Should I buy an extended warranty for a Nissan Murano?

Repair frequency of 51% is the highest in the midsize segment. While the annual dollar cost is below average, the elevated visit frequency means more exposure to labor charges and potential additional repairs discovered during service. Warranty coverage is worth considering for used models to help contain those costs.

Nissan Kicks vs Nissan Murano

Two subcompact SUVs compared on the numbers that matter — maintenance cost, reliability, and insurance.

// VERDICT

Our verdict

Buy the Nissan Kicks based on your priorities for this class.

Buy the Nissan Murano based on your priorities for this class.

// COST HEAD TO HEAD

Maintenance and ownership cost

	Nissan Kicks	Nissan Murano
Annual maintenance	—	$507
5-year total cost	—	$2,535
Reliability score	—	7 / 10
Major repair risk (5yr)	—	14%
Cargo space	—	—
Starting price (new)	$22,430winner	$41,670
Best years to buy	—	2023

// RELIABILITY

Which is more reliable?

	Nissan Kicks	Nissan Murano
RepairPal score	—	7 / 10
NHTSA complaints / 100k	—	166.8
Years to avoid	None identified	2010, 2011, 2012
Value retained · 3 yr	—	62.2%
Value retained · 5 yr	—	47.3%
Value retained · 7 yr	—	37.4%

// COMMON PROBLEMS

What breaks — and what it costs

	Nissan Kicks	Nissan Murano
Engine	—winner	5.7%
Electrical	—winner	7.0%
ADAS	—winner	5.9%
Brakes	—winner	19.8%
Suspension	—winner	5.1%
Steering	—winner	2.2%
Fuel system	—winner	1.1%
Tires/Wheels	—winner	1.5%
Glass/Windows	—winner	8.1%
Airbags	—winner	9.5%

One major repair on either model can run $1,500–4,000. A warranty caps your exposure, especially on known problem years.

// INSURANCE

Which is cheaper to insure?

	Nissan Kicks	Nissan Murano
Avg annual premium	—	$2,418

// FULL MODEL PAGES

$507/yr maint · 7 reliability

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// FAQ

Common questions

How we calculated this. Maintenance costs and reliability scores from RepairPal. Complaints and recalls from NHTSA. Fuel economy from the EPA. Insurance averages from CarEdge. Pricing from KBB. Depreciation from iSeeCars. Full methodology →