Kia Soul vs Nissan Murano
The Kia Soul is more fuel-efficient at 108 MPG combined, against 24 MPG for the Nissan Murano. At EPA assumptions that is about $2,100 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Kia Soul | Nissan Murano | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 298 | 172 |
| Most reported problem | Engine | Brakes |
| Crashes and fires | 19 and 20 | 5 and 10 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 54,000 miles | 17,000 miles |
| Recalls | 1 | 2 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 108 MPG | 24 MPG |
| City and highway | 124 and 93 | 21 and 28 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $700 | $2,800 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 298 complaints for the Kia Soul and 172 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.
NHTSA's overall safety ratings: 5 stars for the Kia Soul, 5 stars for the Nissan Murano.
Safety recalls on file: 1 for the Kia Soul, 2 for the Nissan Murano.