Ford Explorer vs Nissan Murano
The Nissan Murano is more fuel-efficient at 20 MPG combined, against 16 MPG for the Ford Explorer. At EPA assumptions that is about $850 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford Explorer | Nissan Murano | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,369 | 1,050 |
| Most reported problem | Body & structure | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 70 and 10 | 18 and 6 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 74,000 miles | 72,000 miles |
| Recalls | 2 | 6 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 16 MPG | 20 MPG |
| City and highway | 14 and 19 | 18 and 23 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $4,200 | $3,350 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,369 complaints for the Ford Explorer and 1,050 for the Nissan Murano. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
Safety recalls on file: 2 for the Ford Explorer, 6 for the Nissan Murano.