2027 Nissan Murano in Victorville | Dark Armor and Snow Mode

The 2027 Nissan Murano arrives with a new Dark Armor grade, a Snow Mode drive option, and a streamlined lineup of SL, Dark Armor, and Platinum. It keeps its turbocharged VC-Turbo engine and stays a five-passenger crossover built more for comfort and technology than for hauling heavy loads. Here is what Nissan’s press kit says, including the limits worth knowing before you shop in the High Desert.

• 241 hp and 260 lb-ft from the 2.0-liter VC-Turbo engine, paired with a 9-speed automatic
• Standard Nissan Safety Shield 360 and ProPILOT Assist
• Three grades for 2027: SL, Dark Armor, and Platinum, each listed with Intelligent AWD

What Is New for 2027

Nissan lists three changes. The first is the Dark Armor grade, which adds gloss black side and window molding, sportier front and rear bumpers, Dark Armor badging, gloss black Nissan badges, and 21-inch alloy wheels. The second is Snow Mode, added as a drive option on all grades. The press kit does not explain how Snow Mode works, so ask during a test drive if it matters for your plans, such as winter trips to Big Bear or Mammoth. The third is a streamlined grade lineup of SL, Dark Armor, and Platinum.

Power and Fuel Economy

Every 2027 Murano uses a 2.0-liter turbocharged VC-Turbo inline-4 rated at 241 hp at 5,600 rpm and 260 lb-ft of torque at 4,400 rpm. It is paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission and standard idle stop/start. Intelligent AWD is listed for all three grades. Nissan’s EPA estimate with AWD is 21 mpg city, 27 highway, and 23 combined, and the press kit notes that actual mileage varies.

Towing in High Desert Heat

The Murano is rated to tow 1,500 pounds. Nissan qualifies that number: towing capacity is affected by vehicle payload, tow weight, road grades, and weather conditions including high temperatures. For a High Desert driver, that last part is worth reading twice. If you tow a boat, a camper, or a larger trailer regularly, 1,500 pounds is light, and a larger Nissan such as the Pathfinder or Frontier deserves a look. Compare each vehicle’s own tow rating and its qualifiers.

Technology and Driver Assistance

The Murano has dual 12.3-inch displays. Dark Armor and Platinum add Google built-in, which includes Google Assistant, Google Maps, and the Google Play Store. SL uses NissanConnect with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Bose audio with 10 speakers is listed on Dark Armor and Platinum, while SL has six speakers. Invisible Hood View and Intelligent Around View Monitor are also listed, and Platinum can add a head-up display and a full 3D camera view through the Technology Package.

Nissan Safety Shield 360 is standard and includes automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, blind spot warning, lane departure warning, forward collision warning, and rear cross traffic alert. ProPILOT Assist, which combines intelligent cruise control with steering assist, is also standard. On Platinum, ProPILOT Assist 2.1 is optional through the Technology Package and allows hands-off driving in a single lane on the freeway, though Nissan says the driver must stay attentive and ready to take control.

Grades at a Glance

• SL: 20-inch alloy wheels, leatherette seats, heated front seats, and a six-speaker audio system
• Dark Armor: 21-inch alloy wheels, the gloss black exterior treatment, perforated leatherette seats, a panoramic moonroof with power shade, Google built-in, and Bose audio
• Platinum: 21-inch alloy wheels, semi-aniline leather-appointed seats, massaging front seats, heated outboard rear seats, and the optional Technology Package

Interior and Cargo

The Murano seats five, with a 60/40 fold-flat second row. Nissan’s spec sheet lists 32.9 cubic feet of cargo space behind the second row and 63.5 cubic feet with it folded for the SL grade.

Where the Murano Fits and Where Another Nissan Might

The Murano suits drivers who want a turbocharged, technology-rich crossover with standard driver assistance for commuting on the 15 and family errands. It is less suited to regular towing, where its 1,500-pound rating is the limit, or to drivers who want a smaller crossover, where the Kicks or Rogue may be a better match. Nissan’s press kit does not give a direct 2026 comparison beyond the changes above, so ask us how it differs from a model you already know.

Common Questions

What is new on the 2027 Nissan Murano?

A new Dark Armor grade, a Snow Mode drive option on all grades, and a streamlined lineup of SL, Dark Armor, and Platinum.

What engine does the 2027 Murano have?

A 2.0-liter turbocharged VC-Turbo inline-4 with 241 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque, paired with a 9-speed automatic.

Does the 2027 Murano come with all-wheel drive?

Nissan’s pricing sheet lists Intelligent AWD for all three grades.

How much can the 2027 Murano tow?

1,500 pounds, with Nissan’s note that capacity is affected by payload, tow weight, road grades, and weather conditions including high temperatures.

Which grades have Google built-in?

Dark Armor and Platinum. SL uses NissanConnect with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

See the 2027 Nissan Murano in Person

Valley Hi Nissan is at 15722 Valley Park Ln, Victorville, CA 92394. Browse our new SUVs and crossovers, or call (760) 241-1700 to ask about the Murano. Inventory changes often, so it is worth calling to confirm what is on the lot or on its way. Sales hours are Monday to Saturday 9 AM to 9 PM and Sunday 10 AM to 9 PM.