“The most comfortable seats I've found. Love the style of the Murano! It's fun to drive and comfortable on long trips. Excellent mileage for a SUV.”
2016 Nissan Murano: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2016 Nissan Murano is the late-model-year arrival of a hybrid powertrain for the SL and Platinum trims. The regular V6 lineup otherwise carries over without major changes following the 2015 redesign.
About the 2016 Nissan Murano
3rd generation Murano (2015-2024), second model year, before any mid-cycle refresh.
Nissan positions the Murano as a style-forward, comfort-first two-row midsize crossover. The core pitch is bold exterior design, a roomy lounge-like cabin, supportive seats, and an upscale feel that pushes closer to luxury-brand ambience without actually becoming a luxury model. It fits shoppers who want five-passenger space, easy highway comfort, and distinctive looks more than sporty handling, maximum cargo room, or heavy towing ability.
The S and SV focus on straightforward comfort and convenience, with a 260-hp V6 in the S and an 8-inch navigation touchscreen, remote start, and power front seats in the SV. The SL adds leather, heated front seats, Bose audio, and a 360-degree parking camera, while the Platinum tops the gas and hybrid ranges with LED headlights, heated and cooled front seats, and heated rear seats.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
Hybrid versions of the SL and Platinum joined the lineup late in the model year. Their powertrain combines a supercharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with an electric motor, and both include hybrid-specific displays and gauges.
2016 Nissan Murano specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, 3.5 Liter | V6, 3.5 Liter / 4-Cyl Hybrid Sprchrg 2.5L | V6, 3.5 Liter | V6, 3.5 Liter / 4-Cyl Hybrid Sprchrg 2.5L |
| Transmission | Automatic, Xtronic CVT | Automatic, Xtronic CVT | Automatic, Xtronic CVT | Automatic, Xtronic CVT |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas / Hybrid | Gas | Gas / Hybrid |
| MPG City | 21 mpg | 21–28 mpg | 21 mpg | 21–28 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 28 mpg | 28–31 mpg | 28 mpg | 28–31 mpg |
| Horsepower | 260 hp | 260 hp | 260 hp | 260 hp |
| Torque | 240 lb-ft | 240–243 lb-ft | 240 lb-ft | 240–243 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 1500 lb | 1500 lb | 1500 lb | 1500 lb |
| Rear Legroom | 38.7 in | 38.7 in | 38.7 in | 38.7 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | ||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| 360 Camera | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| Fog Lights | ||||
| Heated Mirrors | ||||
| LED Headlights | ||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||||
| Power Liftgate/Trunk Release | ||||
| Roof Rails | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| Premium Audio | ||||
| Satellite Radio | ||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||
| Subwoofer | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||
| Cooled Seats | ||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | ||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Heated Rear Seats | ||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | ||||
| Leather Seats | ||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||||
| Memory Steering Wheel | ||||
| Power Folding Rear Seat | ||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||
| Remote Start | ||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the main difference between the 2016 and 2015 Nissan Murano?
The main difference is the addition of SL Hybrid and Platinum Hybrid versions late in the 2016 model year. The regular S, SV, SL, and Platinum V6 models had no significant broad changes.
Which 2016 Nissan Murano trims are hybrids?
The 2016 Murano hybrid powertrain is found in the SL Hybrid and Platinum Hybrid. Nissan paired the hybrid system only with these upper-level trims rather than offering it on the S or SV.
What powers the 2016 Nissan Murano Hybrid?
The 2016 Murano Hybrid uses a supercharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine paired with an electric motor. It also has hybrid-specific displays, including an in-dash hybrid mode meter.
Did the regular V6 Murano change for 2016?
No, the regular V6 Murano carried over for 2016 without significant broad changes. The S, SV, SL, and Platinum models retained the comfort-focused design introduced with the 2015 redesign.
Is the 2016 Nissan Murano a redesigned model?
No, the 2016 Murano is not a redesign. It is the second model year of the third-generation Murano introduced for 2015, and it arrived before the generation's mid-cycle update.
2016 Nissan Murano Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2016 Nissan Murano.
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2016 Nissan Murano
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“I love the style, driving, power, comfort, storage, and safety features of my Nissan Murano Platinum vehicle.”
“My vehicle is sporty and fun to drive. I go to and from work with it often. I have the best time when I take it out of town and feel like I have the best car around.”