2026 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque vs 2026 Nissan Murano

$49,900 · Crossover

$41,670 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical divergence between the 2026 Range Rover Evoque and the 2026 Nissan Murano lies in the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP), where the Evoque starts at $49,900, a premium of $8,230 over the Murano's $41,670 base. Performance metrics are closely matched; the Evoque offers a marginal advantage with 246 horsepower versus the Murano's 241 hp, and slightly higher torque at 269 lb-ft compared to 260 lb-ft. Fuel economy shows a slight win for the Murano with a Combined MPG of 23, while the Evoque achieves 22 MPG combined, though both share the same 27 MPG highway rating. Dimensionally, the Murano is substantially larger, boasting 32.9 cu ft of cargo capacity against the Evoque's 21.4 cu ft. Both vehicles utilize an All-Wheel Drive system paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 Nissan Murano

The Murano is the superior commuter choice due to its lower MSRP and requirement for less expensive regular unleaded fuel versus the Evoque's recommended premium unleaded.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Nissan Murano

The 2026 Nissan Murano provides 32.9 cu ft of cargo capacity, significantly more room than the Evoque's 21.4 cu ft, benefiting family hauling needs.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque

The Range Rover Evoque offers a slight edge in output, producing 246 horsepower and 269 lb-ft of torque compared to the Murano's 241 hp and 260 lb-ft.

💰 Best Value

2026 Nissan Murano

With an $8,230 lower entry price and better fuel efficiency (23 MPG combined vs. 22 MPG), the Murano delivers superior baseline value.

Choose the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque if...

Budget is secondary to brand prestige associated with the Range Rover badge.
The owner prioritizes the marginally higher torque output of 269 lb-ft.
The shorter overall length of 172.1 inches is preferred for easier urban parking maneuvers.

Choose the Nissan Murano if...

Maximizing interior utility is critical, given the 32.9 cu ft cargo capacity.
The buyer seeks to save an immediate $8,230 on the initial purchase price.
The vehicle will primarily run on regular unleaded fuel, avoiding the Evoque's premium fuel recommendation.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Land Rover Range Rover Evoque	Nissan Murano
Length	172.1"	192.9"
Width	-	78.0"
Height	64.9"	67.9"
Wheelbase	105.6"	111.2"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Land Rover	Nissan
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	✓	—
Brake Preparation System	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	✓	—
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Front Fog Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	—
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	—	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	—	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	—	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓
Rear Fixed Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Land Rover	Nissan
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	246 hp @ 5500 rpm	241 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque	269 lb-ft @ 1300 rpm	260 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Land Rover	Nissan
Transmission Type	9-speed shiftable automatic	9-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	✓	—
Center Differential Type	—	Limited Slip

Fuel

Feature	Land Rover	Nissan
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	20/27 MPG	21/27 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	22 MPG	23 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	354.0/477.9 mi.	392.7/504.9 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	17.7 gal.	18.7 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Land Rover	Nissan
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	—
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	—
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	—
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	—
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	—
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	—
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	—
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	—	✓
Leatherette Steering Wheel	—	✓
Interior Air Filtration	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Land Rover	Nissan
Infotainment Display	11.4 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Meridian Speakers	✓	—
Stereo Power	400W	—
Speaker System	12	6
Subwoofer Count	1	—
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Land Rover	Nissan
One-Touch Power Windows	4	2
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass	—
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Land Rover	Nissan
Front Head Room	37.4 in.	41.1 in.
Front Leg Room	40.0 in.	44.3 in.
Front Shoulder Room	56.6 in.	60.8 in.
Seat Material: Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	3	—
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	6-way	6-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	—
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Front Hip Room	—	56.9 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Land Rover	Nissan
Rear Head Room	38.1 in.	39.7 in.
Rear Leg Room	34.0 in.	36.3 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	55.4 in.	58.5 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Rear Hip Room	—	56.9 in.

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Land Rover	Nissan
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Size	18 x 8.0 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	R18	P255/55R20
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	—
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	—
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Wheel Cover Type	—	Full
Wheel Diameter	—	20 in.

Suspension

Feature	Land Rover	Nissan
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Land Rover	Nissan
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	6 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2026 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque and 2026 Nissan Murano.

How significant is the difference in cargo space between the two crossovers?

The 2026 Nissan Murano offers substantially more utility with 32.9 cubic feet of cargo space. This contrasts sharply with the 2026 Range Rover Evoque, which provides only 21.4 cubic feet behind the rear seats.

Does the Evoque’s higher horsepower translate to better real-world efficiency?

No, the Evoque has 246 hp while the Murano has 241 hp, yet the Murano achieves slightly better fuel economy at 23 MPG combined compared to the Evoque’s 22 MPG combined.

Which vehicle demands more expensive fuel for optimal operation?

The 2026 Range Rover Evoque recommends premium unleaded fuel for its 246 hp engine. Conversely, the 2026 Nissan Murano operates efficiently using regular unleaded fuel, contributing to lower running costs.

How do the exterior dimensions compare, particularly for city driving?

The Evoque is physically smaller overall, measuring 172.1 inches in length compared to the Murano's 192.9 inches. This 20.8-inch difference makes the Evoque more compact for tight navigation.

Is the Evoque's significantly higher MSRP justified by performance gains?

The Evoque demands an $8,230 price increase for only a 5 horsepower and 9 lb-ft torque advantage over the Murano, suggesting the premium is based on brand positioning rather than substantial performance superiority.