Nissan has given the Murano's safety game a boost for 2021 by making its previously optional suite of driver-assistance features standard across the range. Called Safety Shield 360, this package of features includes automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection, rear automated emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane-departure warning, and automatic high-beams, among others. Gone is the SV Premium package and in its place Nissan will offer the Special Edition package, which includes a panoramic sunroof, a 360-degree exterior camera system, faux-leather upholstery, heated front seats, and 20-inch wheels.
PROS Bold styling, well-appointed interior, lots of standard driver-assistance tech.
CONS Blasé driving dynamics, CVT is unrefined, low towing capacity.
The 2021 Nissan Murano’s windswept shape still looks good and safety is strong, but it’s showing its age.
PROS Unique style Comfy front seats Plush ride Lots of active safety gear
CONS So-so cargo capacity Interior and tech show their age Surprisingly thirsty Not as well-equipped as some rivals
The 2019 Chevrolet Traverse is bigger and more butch, but still every bit as good for a bunch.
Pros Bold new exterior Stout V-6 Spacious third row Built for families like network prime time Plenty of cargo room
Cons Active safety is pricey Turbo-4 further sidelined No hybrid batteries, at all Poorly functioning all-wheel-drive system
The 2020 Chevrolet Traverse comes with front wheel drive, and all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 9-speed shiftable automatic. V6 engine now standard across the lineup.Upgraded navigation and infotainment systems,More features added to option packages. . Pros Passenger room is generous in all three rows Loads of space for any combination of passengers and cargo Feature-rich infotainment system comes with standard Wi-Fi hotspot
Cons Some safety features are only available on top trims Quality of some interior panels and controls seems low-rent for this class
The 2020 Chevrolet Traverse ranked #6 in Midsize SUVs. Currently the Chevrolet Traverse has a score of 8.1 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 17 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Plenty of room for passengers and cargo Intuitive infotainment system Smooth ride
Cons Low-rent interior Lacks agility Many rivals have more standard driver assistance features
