2006 Nissan Murano
US · SUV · Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
The 2006 Nissan Murano is listed in the US market as a suv with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- 3.5L 6-cylinder
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Drivetrain
- Varies by configuration: AWD, FWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.5L 6-cylinder | |
| Displacement | 3.5 L | |
| Cylinders | 6 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Drivetrain | Varies by configuration: AWD, FWD |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Gears, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
2 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 10, 2026.
09V169000: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
NISSAN IS RECALLING 362,891 MY 2003-2007 MURANO VEHICLES. THE INTAKE AIR DUCTS, WHICH ARE CONNECTED TO THE INTERMEDIATE RESONATOR IN THE AIR INTAKE SYSTEM OF THE ENGINE, MAY SEPARATE FROM THE RESONATOR WITH ENGINE MOVEMENT. THIS SEPARATION OCCURS DUE TO THE PREMATURE AGING OF THE MATERIAL USED IN THE INTAKE AIR DUCTS WHICH CAUSES EXCESSIVE SHRINKING.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE/REPAIR THE APPROPRIATE COMPONENTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 24, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
Reported May 19, 2009. View on NHTSA
06V401000: STEERING:COLUMN LOCKING:ANTI-THEFT DEVICE
CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 114, "THEFT PROTECTION." DURING AN INSPECTION OF SOME VEHICLES AT THE ASSEMBLY PLANT, IT WAS FOUND THAT THE STEERING WHEEL WAS LOCKED WITH THE IGNITION KNOB IN THE "OFF" POSITION BUT THE VEHICLE TRANSMISSION NOT BEING IN THE "PARK" POSITION.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE STEERING WHEEL LOCK ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
Reported October 20, 2006. View on NHTSA
06V048000: SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER
ON SOME SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, IN CERTAIN HIGH SPEED FRONTAL CRASHES, THE WEBBING OF A REAR OUTBOARD SEAT BELT MAY CONTACT THE REAR SEAT BACK HINGE WHERE IT CAN BE CUT BY THE SHARP EDGE OF THE METAL PORTION OF THE HINGE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL PROTECTORS OVER THE WEBBING OF THE REAR SEAT BELTS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 20, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
Reported February 13, 2006. View on NHTSA
06V003000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, DUE TO THE LOCATION OF THE FORWARD EDGE OF THE FUEL TANK, IN THE EVENT THAT A VEHICLE FRONT TIRE RUNS OVER A SMALL, SHARP OBJECT IN THE ROAD, CATCHES IT AND PROPELS IT TOWARDS THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE, IT MAY STRIKE AND PUNCTURE THE FUEL TANK.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL PROTECTORS IN FRONT OF THE TANK FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 20, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
Reported January 10, 2006. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 8, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 17, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 8, 2026
Data verified: November 8, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
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Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2006 Nissan Murano have?
3.5L 6-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2006 Nissan Murano?
Combined fuel economy is 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2006 Nissan Murano front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: AWD, FWD.
Are there recalls for the 2006 Nissan Murano?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 10, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.