Head-to-head
2026 Hyundai Tucson vs 2026 Nissan Murano
The Hyundai Tucson wins clearly, 92 to 80.1, on tech & comfort, price, fuel & range. The Nissan Murano is ahead on safety and performance.
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2026 Hyundai Tucson
The 2026 Hyundai Tucson is sold in the U.S. as a plug-in hybrid, hybrid and gas compact SUV with 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Tuc…
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A2026 Nissan Murano
The 2026 Nissan Murano is sold in the U.S. as a gas compact SUV. The most efficient version, the Murano AWD, is EPA-rated at 23 mpg combined. NHTSA lists no rec…
Verdict · default weights
2026 Hyundai Tucson
Clear winThe Hyundai Tucson wins clearly, 92 to 80.1, on tech & comfort, price, fuel & range. The Nissan Murano is ahead on safety and performance.
Tech & comfort 2026 Hyundai Tucson leads by 53.5
Price 2026 Hyundai Tucson leads by 28.7
Safety 2026 Nissan Murano leads by 22.3
| Category · weight | 2026 Hyundai Tucsonoverall 92 | 2026 Nissan Muranooverall 80.1 | |||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricew 4 | 100 | 71.3 | |||||||||||||||
Base MSRP of the trim (or the model's lowest trim). Lower is better. | |||||||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 100 | 82.6 | |||||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | |||||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 76.9 | 99.2 | |||||||||||||||
NHTSA 5-Star rating, WhichTrim Safety Signal (open recalls by severity), owner complaints, standard driver-assist features (from the press kit, or from what the manufacturer filed with NHTSA where there is none). Open park-outside / do-not-drive advisories cost 25 points. | |||||||||||||||||
| Space & cargow 2 | 100 | 86.6 | |||||||||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | |||||||||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 74.6 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | |||||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortw 3 | 100 | 46.5 | |||||||||||||||
Standard (1) and optional (0.5) infotainment, convenience, climate and interior features from the manufacturer's press kit. | |||||||||||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||||||||
| Overall | 92 | 80.1 | |||||||||||||||
Trim vs trim · 6 of 7 categories compared
Hyundai Tucson: base trim SE FWD · Nissan Murano: base trim SV AWD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Change what matters to you →Scores are 0–100 per category from the data on this page. The weights are yours to set.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2026 Hyundai Tucson wins
- It lists more comfort and tech equipment (49.5 points against 23 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½).
- It starts $11,970 lower ($29,700 against $41,670 base MSRP).
- It is rated 28 combined against 23 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
Where the 2026 Nissan Murano answers
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (5 against 100 filed with NHTSA).
- It has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 100 against 70).
What they share
- 5 NHTSA stars.
- 5 seats.
Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.
Specifications side by side
49 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD | Nissan MuranoSV AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $29,700 | $41,670 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | 4 | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 2,497 cc | 1,997 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.5L GDI + MPI DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cylinder | 2.0L VC-Turbo Inline-4 DOHC |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi | — |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve | DOHC |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 187 hp | 241 hp |
| Torque | 178 lb-ft | 260 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | — | 21 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | — | 23 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | — | 27 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | 3.648 | 4.34 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 | 9 |
| Transmission type | automatic | automatic |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | 7.1 in | 8.3 in |
| Overall height | 65.6 in | 67.9 in |
| Overall length | 183 in | 193 in |
| Overall width | 73.4 in | 78 in |
| Wheelbase | 109 in | 111 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 80.3 cu-ft | — |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 41.2 cu-ft | 32.9 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 147 cu-ft | 144 cu-ft |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 40.1 in | 41.1 in |
| Second-row headroom | 39.5 in | 39.7 in |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 41.4 in | 44.3 in |
| Second-row legroom | 41.3 in | 36.3 in |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | — | 4,290 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | — | 4,290 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | — | 5,600 lbs |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | MacPherson strut with coil springs | Independent strut with coil springs |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link | Independent multi-link |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS), rack and pinion, column-mounted | Electric power assist |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 38.6 ft | 38.1 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | 325 mm | 350 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | Electronic | Electric with auto hold |
| Rear brake diameter | 300 mm | 330 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc | ventilated disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | 20 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy | alloy |
| Wheel width | 7 in | — |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | 235/65R17 | 255/55R20 |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | 14.3 gal | 18.7 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 | 87 |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | Bluelink+ | NissanConnect Services |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 57.6 in | 60.8 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 56 in | 58.5 in |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
155 features · differences first, then sharedSafety36 differ · 50 listed
| Feature | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD | Nissan MuranoSV AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) | std | — |
| Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go (SCC) | std | — |
| Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) with Junction Turning Detection | std | — |
| Intelligent Forward Collision Warning | — | std |
| Lane Following Assist (LFA) | std | — |
| Lane Departure Warning | — | std |
| Rearview camera with Parking Guidance | std | — |
| Downhill Brake Control (DBC) - Driver-selectable | std | — |
| Driver Attention Warning and Driver Distraction Warning | std | — |
| Safe Exit Warning (SEW) | std | — |
| 5-position seatbelt reminder | std | — |
| Anti-theft System integrated with remote keyless entry and panic alarm | std | — |
| Blind Spot Intervention | — | std |
| Blind Spot Warning | — | std |
| Bodyside reinforcements | std | — |
| Brake Assist | std | — |
| Driver and passenger's supplemental knee air bags | — | std |
| Easy-Fill Tire Alert | — | std |
| Front sonar system | — | std |
| Intelligent Cruise Control | — | std |
| Intelligent Driver Alertness | — | std |
| Intelligent Lane Intervention | — | std |
| Intelligent Speed Limit Assist (ISLA) | std | — |
| LATCH Lower Anchors and Upper Tether Anchors | std | — |
| Occupant Classification System (OCS) - Seat weight sensor and seat track sensor | std | — |
| Post-collision e-call | — | std |
| Post-collision hazard warning | — | std |
| ProPILOT Assist | — | std |
| Rear Automatic Braking | — | std |
| Rear Door Alert | — | std |
| Rear Occupant Alert (door logic-type) | std | — |
| RearView Monitor | — | std |
| Side air curtains with rollover sensors | std | — |
| Steering wheel haptic feedback (for LKA and BCA) | std | — |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | — | std |
| Vehicle Stability Management | std | — |
| Automatic Emergency Braking with Obstruction Detection | std | std |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | std | std |
| Front and outboard rear seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags | std | std |
| Lane Keep Assist | std | std |
| Nissan Advanced Air Bag System with dual-stage supplemental front air bags | std | std |
| Roof-mounted curtain supplemental air bags with rollover sensor for side-impact and rollover head protection for outboard occupants | std | std |
| Second row seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags | std | std |
| Anti-lock Braking System | std | std |
| High Beam Assist | std | std |
| Hill Start Assist | std | std |
| Traction Control System | std | std |
| Vehicle Dynamic Control | std | std |
| Immobilizer | std | std |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System with 4-corner pressure readout | std | std |
Infotainment17 differ · 17 listed
| Feature | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD | Nissan MuranoSV AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 12.3" color touchscreen with AM/FM, HD Radio™, SiriusXM® Satellite Radio system with 6-speakers (ccNC Lite) | std | — |
| Bluetooth controls (Voice recognition, Accept call, Hang up) | std | — |
| 6 speakers | — | std |
| Audio controls (Volume up/down, Mute, Seek up/down, Mode) | std | — |
| Bluelink+ Connected Car System | std | — |
| Controller OTA update capability | std | — |
| Front Dual USB Type-C ports (1 data/charge + 1 charge port (27W)) | std | — |
| HD Radio™ Technology | std | — |
| NissanConnect Services with 5G powered by SiriusXM | — | std |
| NissanConnect® featuring wireless Apple CarPlay® and wireless Android Auto™ | — | std |
| Paddle shifters | — | std |
| Second row Dual USB ports (27W charging power) | std | — |
| SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (3-month trial subscription) | std | — |
| Two front USB Type-C ports | — | std |
| Two rear USB Type-C ports | — | std |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ | std | — |
| Wireless phone charger | — | std |
Convenience10 differ · 11 listed
| Feature | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD | Nissan MuranoSV AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Remote Engine Start | — | std |
| Electronic Parking Brake w/ Automatic Vehicle Hold | std | — |
| MyQ Connected Garage Door Opener | — | std |
| Power door locks | std | — |
| Power Window Switches - Driver auto down/up | std | — |
| Proximity w/ detachable valet key (2) | std | — |
| Remote keyless entry system with alarm and panic | std | — |
| Remote release Hood | std | — |
| Storage tray (below 12-volt outlet) | std | — |
| 12-volt outlet (2) - Front (1) / cargo (1) | std | — |
| Push button ignition / Nissan Intelligent Key® | std | std |
Climate5 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD | Nissan MuranoSV AWD |
|---|---|---|
| After-Blow logic | std | — |
| Air conditioning/heater: Dual-zone automatic temperature control with microfilter | — | std |
| Cabin air filter | std | — |
| Manual air conditioning | std | — |
| Rear seat heater ducts | std | — |
Seating11 differ · 11 listed
| Feature | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD | Nissan MuranoSV AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 60/40 Split fold-down & reclining rear seatback with adjustable head restraint | std | — |
| 8-way power (driver seat) | — | std |
| Heated (front seats) | — | std |
| 6-way adjustable driver's seat | std | — |
| 2-way power lumbar | — | std |
| Cloth-trimmed seats (stain- and odor-resistant) | std | — |
| Nissan Zero Gravity outboard rear seats | — | std |
| Passenger seat 6-way power | — | std |
| Prima-Tex® Leatherette-Wrapped Seats | — | std |
| Remote release folding rear seats (from cargo) | std | — |
| Rear center armrest with cupholders | std | — |
Interior26 differ · 27 listed
| Feature | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD | Nissan MuranoSV AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 4.2" Multi-Information Display | std | — |
| 12.3-inch TFT reconfigurable display | — | std |
| 3-spoke steering wheel | std | — |
| Active Noise Cancellation | — | std |
| Active Sound Control | — | std |
| Assist grips (4) | std | — |
| Bag hook - 2nd row seat back | std | — |
| Central dome light (with delay) and auto cut-off | std | — |
| Cruise control buttons | std | — |
| Cupholders, Dual - Front center console-mounted | std | — |
| Door handles - Metal paint | std | — |
| Front center console - Fixed armrest storage box | std | — |
| Glove compartment with Damper | std | — |
| I/P switch illumination (hazard) | std | — |
| Illuminated power window switches | std | — |
| Rear coat hanger (1) | std | — |
| Rear door sunshades | — | std |
| Roof trim - Gray | std | — |
| Tilt & Telescoping steering wheel | std | — |
| Inside rearview mirror - Manual day/night | std | — |
| Manual tilt and telescope (steering wheel) | — | std |
| Floor mats - Carpeted | opt | — |
| Front and Rear LED overhead lighting | std | — |
| LED Cargo area light | std | — |
| Seatback map pocket(s) | std | — |
| Sunvisors - Dual vanity mirror with cover, w/ sliding function | std | — |
| Trip computer | std | std |
Exterior22 differ · 24 listed
| Feature | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD | Nissan MuranoSV AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 20-inch aluminum-alloy wheels | — | std |
| 255/55R20 all-season tires | — | std |
| Acoustic Laminated Windshield | std | — |
| Automatic headlights | std | — |
| Bi-LED headlights (high/low beam) | std | — |
| Body color door handles | std | — |
| Bodycolor side mirror housing | std | — |
| Chrome upper door window molding | std | — |
| Front variable intermittent windshield wipers | std | — |
| Heated (outside mirrors) | — | std |
| Intermittent rear window wiper/washer (non-variable) | std | — |
| LED front turn signals | std | — |
| LED tail lights, full-width | — | std |
| Rear window privacy glass | — | std |
| Shark-fin roof antenna | std | — |
| Side sills - Material Black | std | — |
| Wiper deicer | — | std |
| Rear window defroster with timer | std | — |
| Solar glass - Front Door, Windshield | std | — |
| Mud Guards - Front/Rear | opt | — |
| Rear spoiler - Integrated with CHMSL, bodycolor | std | — |
| Roof-mounted Center High-Mount Stop Lamp (CHMSL) | std | — |
| LED daytime running lights | std | std |
| Temporary spare tire | std | std |
Powertrain3 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD | Nissan MuranoSV AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive configuration: Intelligent AWD | — | std |
| Drive Type - FWD | std | — |
| AWD Lock | opt | — |
| Drive mode selector | std | std |
| Idle stop start | std | std |
Cargo5 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD | Nissan MuranoSV AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Tow Hitch | opt | — |
| Cargo cover - Retractable | opt | — |
| Cargo tie-down anchors (6) - 3 on each side, 2 floor & 1 upper per side | std | — |
| Dual level cargo floor (n/a on PHEV) | std | — |
| Trailer pre-wiring | std | — |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPHyundai Tucson
Safety Signal 70 C
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★★ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★☆
Recalls 6
Owner complaints 100 · 21 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Forward Collision Avoidance (50), Unspecified (21), Electrical System (19)
Top recalls
- high Suspension 26V692000 · 24 vehicles
- high Forward Collision Avoidance 26V316000 · 423,062 vehicles
- high Air Bags 26V254000 · 2,931 vehicles
- high Engine And Engine Cooling 25V549000 · 29 vehicles
- moderate Electrical System 26V047000 · 41,651 vehicles
- minor Electrical System 26V400000 · 96,310 vehicles
Nissan Murano
Safety Signal 100 A
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★☆ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★☆
Recalls 0
Owner complaints 5 · 0 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Engine (2), Unspecified (1), Back Over Prevention (1)
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Hyundai TucsonSE FWD | Nissan MuranoSV AWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $29,700 (base trim) | $41,670 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | $29,700 – $48,900 21 trims | $41,670 – $49,800 3 trims |
| Powertrains | PHEV, HEV, GAS | GAS |
| EPA configuration compared | Tucson FWD | Murano AWD |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 28 | 23 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $2,400 | $2,900 |
| EV range | — | — |
| Basic warranty | — | — |
| Powertrain warranty | — | — |
| Roadside assistance | — | — |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2026 Hyundai Tucson or the 2026 Nissan Murano?
The Hyundai Tucson wins clearly, 92 to 80.1, on tech & comfort, price, fuel & range. The Nissan Murano is ahead on safety and performance. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2026 Hyundai Tucson scores 92 and the 2026 Nissan Murano 80.1. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which is cheaper, the 2026 Hyundai Tucson or the 2026 Nissan Murano?
The 2026 Hyundai Tucson starts lower — $29,700 against $41,670, a gap of $11,970 at the trims compared here. Both are manufacturer MSRPs before destination, options and dealer charges.
Which has the better safety record, the 2026 Hyundai Tucson or the 2026 Nissan Murano?
2026 Hyundai Tucson: 5 NHTSA stars, grade C, 6 recalls. 2026 Nissan Murano: 5 NHTSA stars, grade A, 0 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the biggest differences between the 2026 Hyundai Tucson and the 2026 Nissan Murano?
Where the 2026 Hyundai Tucson wins: it lists more comfort and tech equipment (49.5 points against 23 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½), starts $11,970 lower ($29,700 against $41,670 base MSRP), and is rated 28 combined against 23 (EPA mpg or MPGe). Where the 2026 Nissan Murano answers: it has drawn fewer owner complaints (5 against 100 filed with NHTSA) and has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 100 against 70). What they share: 5 NHTSA stars and 5 seats.