Nissan Murano vs. Lexus ES Reliability Comparisons
You won't find Nissan Murano or Lexus ES reliability information like this anywhere else. Actual repair frequencies, not just vague dots, to make it clear how much the Nissan Murano and the Lexus ES truly differ in reliability. These stats are promptly updated four times a year, to much more closely track Nissan Murano and Lexus ES reliability as the cars age. Others tell you how reliable the Nissan Murano and the Lexus ES were a year ago, when the cars were a year younger and had 12,000 fewer miles on them. Only TrueDelta tells you how reliable the Nissan Murano and the Lexus ES have been recently.
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Nissan Murano Reliability through March 31, 2013
An asterisk (*) marks results based on small sample sizes.
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
What People Are Saying about Reliability and the Nissan Murano
blog comments powered by DisqusWhat Our Members Are Saying about Nissan Murano Reliability and Durability
| Reliability and Durability of the Nissan Murano: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD |
This Murano LE AWD has never failed me in 6 months of operation in variable extreme frigid conditions. I have only had to change the oil, put air in the tires, and gas it up. I wonder what another winter or two of another 20,000 miles will do long term! |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD |
Nissan has won me over. My personal experience shows them just as reliable as Honda or Toyota and ive owned four of those. |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD |
My previous 2 SUVs were Jeeps. They had terrible reliability. Always in the shop. Nissan has a great rep. |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD |
Great name and well built. |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD |
Got it in March of 2008 and we LOVE it!! Everything is perfect!It drives easily,accelerates well, passes well,parks well and as I said makes a U-turn very well on a street.We would buy another one! :) |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD |
first nisson,but son has altima and no problems yet.( 3 yrs old) |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
It seems to be well made, with no needed repairs so far. |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD |
Not a single time I had to take this car to the dealer for ANY problem! Nothing! Incredible reliability! |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
After two years no issues, and had good reviews from Consumer Reports and Edmunds. |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
In three years I have had no issues with this vehicle. |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD |
Very reliable. Did not take to the dealer even once for anything! |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
no major problems in 89000 miles |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD |
No mechanical failures or issues. The car has never needed service outside of oil change and Tire Rotation. |
| 2004 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
Nissan vehicles have always been very reliable and have required little or no repairs outside regular mainenance. |
| 2003 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD |
Nissan is known for high reliability compared to American cars. |
| 2003 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD |
Owned it for 5 years with no major problems. It has never let me down. |
| 2003 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD |
all good so far. |
| 2003 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD |
Did not put a lot of money over the past 7 years |
| 2003 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
Large interior room. large loading area when seats are folded. |
| Reliability and Durability of the Nissan Murano: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
Nissan has less-than-stellar reliability ratings from Consumer Reports. |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
Some concern over reliability of CVT from reading online horror stories of prior year models. So far no issues and Nissan has extended the CVT warranty. Minor issue is the sometimes squeal of brakes on backing. |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
See CVT: how much is *that* going to be to fix? |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD |
Seems to be a lot of issues amongs Murano owners with the CVT, if out of warranty, will cost over $7000 for replacement. Issues with driver seat frame breaking as well. |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD |
Having issued with the CVT. I am very concerned with the reliability of the NEW style trans. This is the main reason why I have became a member, to find out more info on this. |
What Our Members Are Saying about Lexus ES Reliability and Durability
None of our members have yet commented on the reliability and durability of the Lexus ES.
