The 2022 Nissan Murano will undergo a mild facelift, joining Nissan's other SUVs such as the smaller Rogue and more competent Pathfinder, both of which have been recently redesigned. Later this year, the revised Murano will be released with the new Pathfinder. This year's modifications include a Midnight Edition option for the SV model, which includes black tires and heated leatherette seats.

The Murano will also get a respectable combined fuel efficiency of 23 MPG in 2022. Murano will undoubtedly strengthen its position in the market as existing powertrains are fine-tuned. The present interior design is scheduled to be carried over this year, along with zero gravitational seats and ample passenger capacity.

On a more serious note, the Nissan Murano is still a fantastic crossover with a great design, a roomy cabin, and a slew of safety features. Despite these notable features, Murano sales have been declining in recent years, with fewer than 60,000 vehicles sold yearly due to harder and more sophisticated competition. Its market share might be regained with a fresh redesign, especially if Nissan delivers a more fuel-efficient powertrain. Other mid-size crossovers that compete with the Nissan Murano in 2022 include the Honda Passport, Hyundai Santa Fe, and the ever-popular Toyota Venza.

Exterior:

Even with its strong and athletic look, the Nissan Murano is a calm and pleasant vehicle. To boost their appearance, all models receive LED headlights with DRLs and chrome door handles. A sunroof and roof rails are available on higher model levels, further boosting the vehicle's appearance. The SL and Platinum trims feature 20-inch alloy wheels, while the S and SL trims have 18-inch alloy wheels. The Murano will also receive a Midnight Edition option with black wheels for 2022.

Nissan's new style, which was previewed on the all-electric Ariya concept with sweeping LED DRLs, quad-LED headlights, and a wide grille, will be seen on the 2023 model. A light bar runs across the tailgate and extends to the sides in the rear design. With strong style and the characteristic V-shaped grille with silver highlights, the latest model is still a looker.

Despite being the heaviest of all the competitors to the 2022 Nissan Murano, the 2021 Honda Passport proves to be the quickest in the class. Murano has the longest wheelbase of any of its competitors, at 111.2 inches. When driving over uneven and rugged terrain, however, the car's low ground clearance of 6.9 inches remains a challenge. In addition, the lower-trim Nissan Murano

is slated to have additional exterior color and add-on coating options in 2022.

Interior:

The interiors will be upgraded with a lot more features as part of the upcoming overhaul. Despite its age, the contemporary Murano's interiors still appear and feel high-end, thanks to Nissan's outstanding zero-gravity front seats, which are the finest in class. Soft-touch leather is used on the seats, door panels, and armrests in the higher trim levels. With a sweeping and curving form and wooden trim borders, the dashboard yet appears contemporary. When you get to the back seats, you'll find lots of room and a well-cushioned bench seat.

The zero-gravity front seats in the 2022 Murano are well and rather comfortable, particularly on longer travels. For added comfort, the rear seats may also be reclined. All of Murano's competitors have similar seating capacities. The front seat has plenty of legroom, while the back row is cramped in comparison to competitors.

When compared to more capable rivals like the Honda Passport and Hyundai Santa Fe, the contemporary Nissan Murano falls short in terms of load capacity. The newest design, which is planned in 2023, may have a more boxy look, which might equate to more cargo capacity.

Performance:

We might anticipate Nissan to add more efficient engine alternatives or possibly a hybrid powertrain with the 2023 MY due to the present model's restricted engine selections. The Murano is expected to be fitted with a 3.5L V6 engine that delivers 260 horsepower and 240 lb of power for the long future. The engine will be mated to a CVT transmission, which will drive the front wheels. AWD is also available for a fee on all models. At highway speeds, the Murano feels steady, with strong steering input, similar to the engine configuration. The Murano can also tow up to 1500 pounds, but this is significantly less than comparable vehicles.The engine is strong and smooth, but the clunky CVT transmission is a disappointment, with slow reaction and poor performance. The Nissan Murano accelerates to 60 mph in 7.3 seconds, which is very sluggish for a V6 vehicle, and completes the quarter-mile in 15.6 seconds. In comparison, the Honda Passport, which has a comparable engine configuration, outruns the Murano, hitting 60 mph in just 6.2 seconds and being the quickest in its class.

Despite the Murano's better performance for a semi crossover, don't plan to go edge cutting in it. On extended highway drives, the Nissan Murano feels at ease since the pace is consistent and the gearbox is smooth and stress-free. Daily responsibilities are also successfully handled as long as the acceleration is steady and not hurried.

Safety:

With the existing 2022 Murano, Nissan hasn't skimped on safety, and we can anticipate even more with the next model. The NHTSA hasn't given the 2022 Nissan Murano a safety rating or evaluation, but we can get a notion from the 2021 model statistics. The overall safety rating for the 2021 Nissan Murano was a perfect five stars. The IIHS also awarded the 2021 Murano the prestigious "Top Safety Pick+" designation. Nissan's Safety Shield 360, which includes a slew of active safety technologies, is standard on all Murano models. Some of the standard safety features are child safety locks, electronic stability control, numerous airbags, and anti-lock brakes.

The 2022 Nissan Murano includes the following active and passive safety features:  

• collision warning in the forward direction
• Pedestrian detection and automatic emergency braking
• Lane Intervention using Intelligence
• Warning: there is a blind area.
• Cross-traffic warning in the rear
• Monitor for the rearview mirror
• Automatic braking in the rear
• Assist with hill-start
• Assist with high beams
• Alertness of the intelligent driver