2010 Nissan Murano: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2010 Nissan Murano is a light-update model, led by keyless entry and push-button start becoming standard across the lineup. Most of the vehicle carries over from its 2009 redesign.
About the 2010 Nissan Murano
2nd generation Murano (2009-2014), second model year before the 2011 refresh.
The 2010 Murano is Nissan’s style-led two-row midsize crossover. Nissan markets it as a premium-feeling five-passenger SUV with bold design, a strong V6, easy keyless start, and available all-wheel drive. Compared with more utilitarian family crossovers, the Murano leans toward comfort, road manners, and a richer cabin feel rather than maximum seating or cargo space. Upper trims push it close to near-luxury territory without changing its core role as a comfortable everyday crossover.
The S is the straightforward entry trim, with a 3.5-liter V6, dual-zone climate control, and a flexible five-passenger cabin. The comfort-focused SL adds roof rails, a power driver's seat, and power-return rear seatbacks. The luxury-leaning LE stands out with leather seating, heated front and rear seats, a power liftgate, Bose audio, and a dual-panel moonroof.
What changed, by category
2010 Nissan Murano specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, 3.5 Liter | V6, 3.5 Liter | V6, 3.5 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, CVT | Automatic, CVT | Automatic, CVT |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 18 mpg | 18 mpg | 18 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 23 mpg | 23 mpg | 23 mpg |
| Horsepower | 265 hp | 265 hp | 265 hp |
| Torque | 248 lb-ft | 248 lb-ft | 248 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 3500 lb | 3500 lb | 3500 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 64 cu-ft | 64.5 cu-ft | 64 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 36.3 in | 36.3 in | 36.3 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | |||
| Automatic Headlights | |||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | |||
| Rear View Camera | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Fog Lights | |||
| HID Headlights | |||
| Heated Mirrors | |||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | |||
| Power Moonroof | |||
| Power Liftgate/Trunk Release | |||
| Roof Rails | |||
| Bluetooth | |||
| Built-In Hard Drive | |||
| Front DVD Entertainment System | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Premium Audio | |||
| Rear DVD Entertainment System | |||
| Subwoofer | |||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | |||
| Dual Power Front Seats | |||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Heated Rear Seats | |||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | |||
| Leather Seats | |||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | |||
| Memory Driver's Seat | |||
| Memory Steering Wheel | |||
| Power Driver Seat | |||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2010 Nissan Murano?
The biggest change is standard keyless entry and push-button start on every 2010 Murano trim. The rest of the updates mainly involve trim equipment rather than a redesign or major mechanical changes.
Is the 2010 Nissan Murano a redesign?
No, the 2010 Murano is not a redesign. It is the second model year of the second-generation Murano introduced for 2009, with only light equipment updates before the 2011 refresh.
Did the engine or transmission change for the 2010 Nissan Murano?
No, the 2010 Murano keeps the same 3.5-liter V6 and continuously variable automatic transmission as the 2009 model. The powertrain-related lineup change is the addition of a front-wheel-drive LE version.
Which 2010 Nissan Murano trims gained standard equipment?
All 2010 Murano trims gain standard keyless entry and push-button start. The S also gains rear privacy glass, the SL gains roof rails and a Vehicle Security System, and the LE gains a standard dual-panel moonroof.
Is Bluetooth standard on the 2010 Nissan Murano SL?
No, Bluetooth is optional on the 2010 Murano SL. It changed from standard equipment for 2009 to optional equipment for 2010.