Nissan Murano vs Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen
The Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen is more fuel-efficient at 35 MPG combined, against 24 MPG for the Nissan Murano. At EPA assumptions that is about $50 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Nissan Murano | Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 269 | 85 |
| Most reported problem | Drivetrain & axles | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 13 and 6 | 1 and 2 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 27,000 miles | 52,000 miles |
| Recalls | 5 | 3 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 24 MPG | 35 MPG |
| City and highway | 21 and 28 | 31 and 40 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,800 | $2,750 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 269 complaints for the Nissan Murano and 85 for the Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen. 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: 5 for the Nissan Murano, 3 for the Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen.