Still fresh after an all-new Murano generation was introduced for the 2025 model year, Nissan has announced the 2027 version of its two-row midsize SUV. The latest Nissan Murano is one of the segment’s more luxurious, plush options, as we discovered on more than one occasion when driving it. For the new model year, Nissan has jumped on the blacked-out bandwagon with a new Dark Armor trim. It fits in with the overwhelming popularity of grayscale vehicles being sold right now.
New Nissan Murano Dark Armor
2027 Nissan Murano Dark Armor
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Known as the Dark Armor, this new Nissan Murano trim is the mid-range model, fitting in between the base SL and top-spec Platinum. The previous SV model has fallen away for 2027.
The Murano is already one of the segment’s more futuristic models to look at, and the Dark Armor treatment amplifies the effect. It rides on gloss black 21-inch wheels and is finished in one of six exterior colors: Gun Metallic, Super Black, Scarlet Ember, Everest White, Boulder Gray with a Super Black roof, or Everest White with a Super Black roof. The sharp look is completed with sporty bumpers and lower side moldings.
2027 Nissan Murano Dark Armor
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This trim comes generously specified with the following features:
- Panoramic moonroof
- Prima-Tex upholstery
- Heated front seats and steering wheel
- Power-adjustable driver’s seat
- HD surround-view monitor
- 10-speaker Bose sound system
- 12.3-inch touchscreen display
Inside, the only color available for the Dark Armor variant is Graphite.
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2027 Nissan Murano Pricing
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The 2027 Nissan Murano is quite a bit pricier than before, since the previous SV trim has been discontinued. It now starts at $43,990 for the SL, which is $2,320 more than the older SV. However, the 2027 Murano SL is actually $2,770 cheaper than the equivalent 2026 trim.
Following that, the new Dark Armor costs $46,990 and the Platinum goes for $49,790.
All trims continue with Nissan’s 2.0-liter four-cylinder VC-Turbo engine which makes 241 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. The transmission is a nine-speed automatic and all models have AWD. We found that turbo lag is noticeable and the auto is occasionally hesitant, but the vehicle is otherwise refined and composed.
Buyers after a near-luxury experience will be surprised by what the Platinum trim offers. This model comes with quilted semi-aniline leather seats, ventilated/massaging front seats, heated rear seats, and available ProPilot Assist 2.1, whereby drivers can take their hands off the steering wheel on the highway.
Nissan Murano Rivals
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The Murano is not the most rugged vehicle in this segment. Instead, it targets other two-row crossovers with a greater focus on refinement and quality. With that in mind, the Mazda CX-70 and Toyota Crown Signia are comparable.
The Mazda is very stylish and starts at $42,750 for the 2026 model year. It’s a more engaging vehicle to drive, thanks to a well-tuned chassis and a standard 3.3-liter twin-turbo six-pot with 280 hp. It’s also available with a 340-hp version of this engine, and the interior is beautifully finished.
Toyota’s Crown Signia has a Lexus-like appeal with its premium finishes and soft ride. It starts at $44,690 but focuses more on efficiency than performance with its hybrid powertrain. It gets up to 38 mpg combined and makes 240 hp; it’s roughly as quick as the Nissan but far more efficient.
While the Murano is impressive, it doesn’t comprehensively beat its rivals in any area, and the 2027 model’s modest changes may not go far enough.
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