Two stylish, versatile crossover SUVs. Both affordable, reliable, and safe. The 2017 Nissan Rogue is a practical, fuel-efficient people-hauler. It seats 7 and gets up to 33 miles per gallon on the highway. The 2017 Nissan Murano is a luxurious 5-seater with a generous helping of both power and torque. 

Both the Rogue and the Murano have optional 4-wheel drive, and both are outfitted with the exclusive NissanConnect infotainment system and hands-free Bluetooth connectivity. Compare these top-notch entries here, then drive them both to see which one belongs in your driveway.

Which Nissan Crossover Has Better Performance?

If you're looking for all-out power, the Murano is sure to satisfy. With a 3.5-liter V6 pushing out 260 horsepower, it has all the swift acceleration you'll need for defensive city driving, and the sustained power to command the open highway on road trips. 

The Rogue is equipped with a 2.5-liter engine that puts out 170 horsepower. Rather impressive, especially considering its excellent fuel economy numbers. 

You'll certainly spend less on gas with the Rogue. Where the Murano is aggressive and bold, the Rogue is quiet, responsive, and still surprisingly zippy.

Design Differences

Boldly styled, the Murano's looks hint at the powerful performance it delivers. The mean V-Motion grille, floating roofline, and aggressive curvature create the illusion of already being in motion. The cabin of the Murano is fully loaded, with premium materials and the latest tech features. 

If you're looking for something that's heavy on the luxury, look no further than the upscale Murano. The streamlined and sultry Rogue is quite sophisticated, too, and its high-end-feeling cabin won't disappoint. In fact, critics have noted how much nicer the Rogue's interior stylings are when compared to its competitors. 

Plus, it doesn't just have more space for people. The 2017 Rogue also has quite a bit more cargo space than the Murano.

Safety Features and Ratings

Both the 2017 Rogue and the 2017 Murano are good bets when it comes to safety. Both are equipped with a comprehensive airbag system, antilock brakes, a rearview camera, and hill-start assist. 

They also come standard with child safety locks, electronic traction and stability control, brake assist, and integrated mirror turn signals. Plus, they both offer lots of optional safety features like blind-spot warning, lane departure warning, and an 360-degree Around View camera. 

Both the 2017 Rogue and the 2017 Murano earned the IIHS top safety score of "good" in several major crash test categories.