Nissan Murano vs. Toyota Matrix Price Comparison


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For the Nissan Murano vs. Toyota Matrix price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Murano vs. Matrix Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Murano and Matrix will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Toyota Matrix S's price is $7,940 lower than the Nissan Murano SL's price |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Murano vs. Toyota Matrix
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Toyota Matrix S | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 7,940 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 7,494 | |||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | Murano | Murano | Matrix |
| Trim | SL | LE | S |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 260hp V6 | 260hp V6 | 158hp I4 |
| Transmission | CVT | CVT | A4 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 18/23 MPG | 18/23 MPG | 20/26 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers | ?, 11 | ?, 11 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/65-18 | 235/55-20 | 215/45-17 |
| Total Price | 40,010 | 41,360 | 25,350 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,720 | -7,445 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | 33,290 | 33,915 | 25,350 |
| Cost Above Minimum | 0 | 625 | 0 |
| Total Invoice | 36,534 | 38,053 | 22,904 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,136 | -6,850 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | 30,398 | 31,203 | 22,904 |
| Cost Above Minimum | 0 | 805 | 0 |
Invoice Comparison: Nissan Murano vs. Toyota Matrix
Price Comparison (MSRP): Nissan Murano vs. Toyota MatrixThe sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
| Lowest Total Price: Toyota Matrix S | |||
| Difference: 14,660 | |||
| Lowest Total Invoice: Toyota Matrix S | |||
| Difference: 13,630 | |||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | Murano | Murano | Matrix |
| Trim | SL | LE | S |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | 30,460 | 37,110 | 18,610 |
| Base Invoice | 28,061 | 34,177 | 17,028 |
| Navigation system | 1,850 | 1,850 | 1,520 |
| Premium Package | 1,000 | ||
| Leather Package | 1,600 | ||
| Technology Package | 1,500 | ||
| AWD | 1,600 | 1,600 | 2,300 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,200 | ||
| Cruise control | 250 | ||
| Sunroof | 890 | ||
| 215/45WR17 | 880 | ||
| All-Weather Guard Package | 150 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,281 | ||
| Premium Package | 0 | ||
| Leather Package | 0 | ||
| Technology Package | 0 | ||
| AWD | 2,104 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 0 | ||
| Cruise control | 200 | ||
| Sunroof | 712 | ||
| 215/45WR17 | 704 | ||
| All-Weather Guard Package | 125 | ||
| Total options | 8,750 | 3,450 | 5,990 |
| Total options | 7,673 | 3,076 | 5,126 |
| Destination | 800 | 800 | 750 |
| Total Price | 40,010 | 41,360 | 25,350 |
| Total Invoice | 36,534 | 38,053 | 22,904 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the the Nissan Murano
| Price of the Nissan Murano: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD | Comparably equipped, I saved $12,000 going with the Murano instead of the Lexus, and upgraded my home theater with the money I saved |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD | great prices 3000.00 below invoice |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD | Cheaper than the Toyota Highlander. Will hold its value. |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD | I believe you get alot for your money. |
| 2004 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD | Since I bought this used and near the end of the model year, it was priced very favorably. The payments were well below that of a similiar offering from another company. |
| 2003 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD | Got a great deal on used 03 with 46,000 miles. |
| Price of the Nissan Murano: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD | The base price is not too bad, but moving up trim levels and adding options can increase that as much as 80%. Still, fully equipped, it’s over $5,000 less than a comparable Lexus RX. |
| 2003 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD | pay for what you get. good bang for the buck. |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the the Toyota Matrix
| Price of the Toyota Matrix: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 123-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic AWD | The Matrix price represents good value for the features and quality. |
| 2004 | 4dr Hatch 130-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD | Lease payments were very low. |
| 2004 | 4dr Hatch 130-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD | In the summer of 2007, I bought this car from a Lincoln-Mercury dealership that had taken it in trade - for $8,995. The car was (and still is) in excellent condition. |
| 2003 | 4dr Hatch 130-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD | It was pretty cheap to buy - $8000. |
| 2003 | 4dr Hatch 130-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD | Climate control & stereo system in base model. Rear wipers and defrost should be standard. Rear window becomes translucent with heavy rain or snow, which can be cleared easily by 1-3 wiper cycles. |
| 2003 | 4dr Hatch 130-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD | The Matrix was an affordable car. At the time, there were very few options under $20k that met all our needs. |
| Price of the Toyota Matrix: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD | Price was $3000 more than the Elantra after the options were added. |
| 2009 | 4dr Hatch 132-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD | Price was a little higher than I wanted but i guess you pay more for quality. |
Features Comparison: Nissan Murano vs. Toyota Matrix
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | Murano | Murano | Matrix |
| Trim | SL | LE | S |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| CVT | $1000 | $1000 | |
| 4-speed automatic | $800 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $100 | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | |
| Cargo organizer | $100 | $100 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | |||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | |
| Aux input | $100 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |
| iPod integration | $150 | ||
| Media drive, large | $100 | $100 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $50 | $50 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | |
| Powertrain | |||
| Lockable center differential | $150 | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | ||
| Heated front seats | $300 | $300 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | $900 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power-folding second row seats | $700 | $700 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $11,240 | $11,965 | $4,520 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $6,720 | $7,445 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -6,136 | -6,850 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Nissan Murano vs. Toyota Matrix
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | Murano | Matrix |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 111.2 in | 102.4 in |
| Length | 188.5 in | 171.9 in |
| Width | 74.1 in | 69.5 in |
| Height | 67.0 in | 61.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,009 lb. | 3,360 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.7 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.1 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.6 in | 53.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.8 in | 52.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.6 in | 41.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.4 in | 39.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 59.6 in | 52.6 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 43.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.3 in | 36.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.6 ft3 | 19.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 81.6 ft3 | 61.5 ft3 |
Option Package Details
SL
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Compass | 25 | No |
| Cargo organizer | 100 | No |
| A/V input jacks | 50 | No |
| Bose, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 150 | 13% |
| Total Not Requested | 1025 | 87% |
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | No |
| Heated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 1450 | 100% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | No |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 25 | 2% |
| Total Not Requested | 1175 | 98% |
Option Package Details
S
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 50 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 925 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Sunroof | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 215/45WR17 tires | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 215/45WR17 tires | 400 | No |
| Alloy wheels | 350 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 53% |
| AWD | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| AWD | 0 | Yes |
| 4-speed automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 100% |
| All-Weather Guard Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heavy-duty heater | 0 | No |
| Rear heat ducts | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 25 | 33% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 67% |
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What Our Members Are Saying about Nissan Murano Materials and Workmanship
| Available Features of the Nissan Murano: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD |
Fit and Finish were a vast improvement from the past and surprising given the price. Enough sound absorbing materials were used to make this a quiet ride. All panels and trim fit extremely well. Seats dash,instruments and HID lights are of high quality! |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD |
All are top notch look and feel. |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD |
everything |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
It appears to be first class. |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD |
It is well made. I love the aluminum accents. The leather interior is of good quality. The little compartments in the console pop open and are very cool. The door shuts with a whoosh. The seats fit me so well. It is just perfectly put together! |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD |
DID NOT SEEM TO PLASTIC, LEATHER WAS GOOD QUALITY FELT LIKE A LUXURY VEHICLE. |
| Materials and Workmanship of the Nissan Murano: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2004 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD |
Unfortunately, workmanship leaves ALOT to be desired. Over the past 8 years, I have replaced 2 door handles that broke off, 3 door locks that quit working, Bose 6 CD changer quit after 3 years, driver's visor broke after 3 years and is Velcroed to the headliner, sunroof has started leaking recently,AWD button broke (and is used maybe twice a year) driver's seat is broken. Back hatch release quit working. Getting close to 120,000 mile transmission warranty and seriously thinking it is time to trade this car in! |
| 2003 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD |
too many cheap bits, the doors are wearing out at 50k miles, the carpet and plastics have not worn well, the bumpers are too easily scratched, paint has come off roof rack, too many squeeks and rattles |
What Our Members Are Saying about Toyota Matrix Materials and Workmanship
| Available Features of the Toyota Matrix: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Solid. Good workmanship. I also like the plastic floor in the cargo area, which is easy to clean after transporting a muddy dog. |
| 2003 | 4dr Hatch 130-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Feels solid and of a high quality |
| Materials and Workmanship of the Toyota Matrix: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Uninspired and the options when going from S to the XRS only seemed to focus on the musical components and tire profiles. |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
rattles, from the first day. quality of workmanship and assembly was so poor. car was vibrating on idle like an old tractor. tried to fix the rattles - it was impossible. the dealer was useless and helpless as well. miserable car. |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
low quality plastics. rattles from the first day of ownership. low quality material of steering wheel - becomes very cold during the winter. low quality fabric on chairs. very cheap and unsuitable OEM tires. car is shaking on neutral like crazy. :-( |
| 2006 | 4dr Hatch 118-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Cheap paint chips way too easy on front bumper and hood. |
| 2004 | 4dr Hatch 173-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Rattles galore on the interior. Car body was assembled incorrectly and resulted in a rubbing noise that required Toyota to cut out and replace entire A pillar from roof to rocker panel. Got rid of the car after as the warranty expired due to this issue. |
| 2003 | 4dr Hatch 130-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The interior is lined by a softish plastic; easily scored, marred, and scratched. However, for the cheap material, the trim and fit is tight. |
| 2003 | 4dr Hatch 180-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
it was sloppily put together at the factory and was never a pleasant car to be in. Chrome bits on the dash were blinding. |
