Comparison - Nissan Murano Platinum 2019 - vs - Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport GT 2022

General

Other Names:

Also called:

Nissan Murano Z51

Also called:

Volkswagen Teramont

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Model: 
Average Price: 
$
45,230
Updated: 
13 Feb 2019
$
37,805
Updated: 
03 Aug 2023
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive
Year: 
2019
2022
Total Seating: 
5
5
Transmission: 
Continuously Variable-speed Automatic
8-speed Shiftable Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
19.00gals
18.60gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Brilliant Silver Metallic
#dee0df
Magnetic Black Pearl
#020202
Cayenne Red Metallic
#770000
Deep Blue Pearl
#2a5790
Sunset Drift ChromaFlair
#d55b1e
Gun Metallic
#62615d
Mocha Almond Pearl
#442d27
Pearl White TriCoat
#ebece7
Color: 
Kingfisher Blue Metallic
#157AA4
Aurora Red Metallic
#A8272F
Platinum Gray Metallic
#818890
Silver Mist Metallic
#E0E4E7
Deep Black Pearl
#1E262D

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

Restyled front fascia with new LED headlights.More standard and optional active and passive safety features.New diamond-quilted leather seats on Platinum trim.The 2019 Nissan Murano comes with front wheel drive, and all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: continuously variable-speed automatic.

Pros
Interior highlighted by high-quality materials and unique design
Spacious rear seating
Front seats are exceptionally comfortable

Cons
Modest cargo capacity limits practicality
Can't tow heavy weekend toys like some competitors
Stylish exterior design creates compromised outward visibility

By: 
edmunds.com

The 2019 Nissan Murano ranked #15 in Midsize SUVs. Currently the Nissan Murano has a score of 8.0 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 30 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Top-notch interior
Spacious, comfortable seats
User-friendly technology
Lengthy list of safety features

Cons
Numb steering
Noticeable body roll when cornering

By: 
usnews.com

The 2019 Nissan Murano delivers traditional comfort wrapped up in an eye-catching shape.

Pros
Attention-grabbing looks
Comfortable seats
Good ride quality
Decent value

Cons
Not all that spacious
Lacking some upscale features
Could be thriftier at the pump
Styling not for everyone

By: 
thecarconnection.com

Pros
Spacious interior with straightforward cabin design
Good combination of athletic handling and everyday comfort
Easy-to-use infotainment system

Cons
Not very quick to accelerate, even with the optional V6
Lower fuel economy than some competitors

By: 
edmunds.com

Pros
Sporty-looking bodywork,
spacious inside,
generous cargo room.

Cons
Could be more fuel efficient,
lacks driving verve we're used to from VW,
plasticky interior materials.

By: 
caranddriver.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Regular Unleaded
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
20.00mpg
21.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
28.00mpg
25.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
24
16
Cylinders: 
6
V
4
Inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
3.50L
2.00L
Torque: 
240ft-lbs
at 4 400rpm
258ft-lbs
at 1 600rpm
Horsepower: 
260hp
at 6 000rpm
235hp
at 5 400rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
38.70Feet
40.50Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
yes
no
Side view Camera: 
yes
no
On steering wheel: 
Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel
Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel
More in Convenience: 
leather steering wheel
keyless ignition
Heated Steering Wheel
universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
Adaptive cruise control
Leatherette steering wheel
Turn signal in mirrors

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
192.80in
195.50in
Width: 
75.40in
78.30in
Height: 
67.80in
67.80in
Ground Clearance: 
6.90in
7.10in
Front Track: 
67.00in
Rear Track: 
67.60in
Wheel Base: 
111.20in
117.30in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
38.10
39.40
Rear Head Room: 
37.80
37.80
Front Leg Room: 
40.50in
41.70in
Rear leg room: 
38.70in
40.40in
Front Hip Room: 
55.40in
Front Shoulder Room: 
59.50in
61.50in
Rear Hip Room: 
55.20in
Rear Shoulder room: 
58.90in
60.60in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
65.00cu.ft
77.80cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
1500lbs
2000lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
31.10cu.ft
40.30cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
13.80degrees
18.80degrees
Angle of Departure: 
24.40degrees
25.00degrees
Curb Weight: 
4137.00lbs
4123.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
yes
no
More Instruments: 
Center limited slip differential

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
hands-free entry
Reverse tilt dual mirrors provides curb view when vehicle in reverse
Heated mirrors
2 One-Touch Power Windows
Heated mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
bucket front seats
premium leather
driver cooled seat
multi-level heating driver seat
passenger cooled seat
height adjustable driver seat
multi-level heating passenger seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
8 -way power driver seat
4 -way power passenger seat
Leatherette
Bucket front seats
8-way power driver seat
Height adjustable driver seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
6-way manual passenger seat adjustment
Height adjustable passenger seat
Multi-level heated driver seat
Multi-level heated passenger seat
Rear Seats Features: 
rear ventilation ducts
reclining rear seats
Split-folding rear seatback
folding center armrest
multi-level heating
Folding center armrest
Split-folding rear seatback
Reclining rear seats

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front Stabilizer Bar
Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
Rear Suspension: 
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Multi-Link Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs
Suspension Info: 
four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Dual zone front climate control
Rear ventilation ducts
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
Bose premium brand stereo system
speed sensitive volume control
Bose premium brand speakers
auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
2 subwoofer(s)
USB connection
11 total speakers
3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio
6 total speakers
Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
USB connection
USB with external media control
Memory card slot
3 months of provided satellite radio service

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
no
no
Rear defogger: 
yes
no
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
20 X 7.5 In.
20 x 8.0 in
Wheels more: 
temporary spare tire
All season tires
underbody mounted spare tire
painted alloy wheels
All season tires
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
235.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
65
Diameter: 
R18
Width: 
255.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
50
Diameter: 
R20

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated front disc brakes
Ventilated discs
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
Rear ventilated disc brakes
solid rear disc brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Turn signal mirrors
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Rear height adjustable headrests
remote anti-theft alarm system
pre-collision safety system
emergency braking preparation
Rear center 3-point belt
post-collision safety system
LED headlamp
blind spot and lane departure warnings accident avoidance system
Rear center 3-point belt
Remote anti-theft alarm system
Blind spot warning accident avoidance system
Rear cross traffic alert
Pre-collision safety system
Post-collision safety system
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation

Options

Packages: 
Cargo Package
Exterior Options: 
Premium Paint
Rear Bumper Protector
Splash Guards
20" Satin Black Alloy Wheels
Interior Options: 
Exterior Accent Lighting
Interior Accent Lighting
Carpeted Floor Mats and Cargo Mat
Illuminated Kick Plates

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Mocha, premium leather
#534840
Cashmere, premium leather
#978e7d
Graphite, premium leather
#1e2128