Looks like we’ve gotten an early glimpse of the next-generation Murano, which rocks an internal combustion engine under the hood.
The first images of the 2025 Nissan Murano were from a brochure we received at the dealership. The photos look authentic and show a modern crossover design inspired by Arya. A turbocharged 2.0L four-cylinder engine is expected to replace the existing 3.5L V6 engine.
Nissan’s lineup has undergone a major overhaul over the past few years, but there is one notable exception. That’s Murano. This midsize crossover debuted at the 2014 New York Auto Show, and there’s no hiding the fact that it’s over a decade old.
But that’s about to change. First, we received information that some screenshots (apparently from the official video) were being circulated on social media, including Kindleauto. These images looked very legit and the design elements matched perfectly with previous spy shots.
And just when things were heating up, one of our readers hit us with the real jackpot. It was a clearer, higher-resolution photo taken directly from a brochure I had picked up at a Nissan dealership. Yes, that’s right. These aren’t leaks from some shady place on the internet. Purchased directly from an authorized Nissan dealer.
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Based on these images, we can expect a radical transformation as the 2025 Murano will get an all-new front fascia that mirrors that of the Kicks. It features a wide grille flanked by illuminated accents and prominent air curtains.
Moving further back, we see a slightly more flamboyant Ariya-inspired design, featuring muscular hips, sportier bodywork and a sharper C-pillar. That said, the ICE-powered model retains the familiar greenhouse and contrasting black roof, but this time the rear hatch has a steeper angle, adding a touch of dynamism to the overall look. .
At the rear, the Aria aesthetic is also reflected, most notably the full-width light bar interrupted only by the central Nissan logo. The license plate recess has also been relocated from the liftgate to the bumper, giving the rear a cleaner and more streamlined appearance.
Inside, the dated interior has been replaced by a fresh design with a stepped dashboard, digital instrument cluster, and widescreen infotainment system. These are connected to a two-spoke steering wheel and a modern center stack with a variety of physical controls.
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An announcement is coming soon, with details expected to be revealed as early as next month’s Los Angeles Auto Show.
However, previous reports suggested that the crossover will ride on an updated version of the D platform. The current 3.5-liter V6 engine, which produces 260 hp (194 kW) and 240 lb-ft (325 Nm) of torque, is expected to be replaced by a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. It is likely carried over from the Infiniti QX60 and produces 268 hp (200 kW / 272 PS) and 286 lb-ft (387 Nm) of torque. You can also expect it to come with a new nine-speed automatic rather than the usual continuously variable transmission (CVT).
Thanks to Les for sharing the shot of the brochure.
