Chevy Blazer vs Nissan Murano: 2026 Blazer vs 2027 Murano Compared
Last updated: October 18, 2026 | Emich Chevrolet, Lakewood | Specs from each manufacturer
The Chevy Blazer and Nissan Murano are stylish two-row midsize SUVs with seating for five, but they differ sharply on price, towing and technology. Here is the 2026 Blazer, the newest Blazer on sale, against the 2027 Murano, using each manufacturer’s published specs.
Quick Verdict
The 2026 Blazer costs much less ($34,300, or $37,000 with AWD, vs $43,990 for the AWD-only Murano), tows three times as much with the V6 (4,500 vs 1,500 lbs), offers more horsepower with its available V6 (308 vs 241; the standard 2.0L turbo makes 228) and has more rear legroom (39.6 vs 36.3 in.). The 2027 Murano has standard AWD, dual 12.3-inch screens, more ground clearance and available hands-off highway driving with ProPILOT Assist 2.1, which the gas Blazer does not offer.
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The Matchup: Price and Towing vs Tech and Standard AWD
Nissan’s 2027 Murano went on sale in August 2026 with a new Dark Armor grade and a simplified SL, Dark Armor and Platinum lineup. Chevrolet has not announced a 2027 gas Blazer, so the 2026 is the newest Blazer on sale.
Every Murano has a 241-hp 2.0L variable-compression turbo, a 9-speed automatic and AWD. The Blazer has a standard 228-hp 2.0L turbo and an available 308-hp V6 on the RS, also with a 9-speed automatic, and AWD is available on every trim.
The Murano is 1.1 inches longer and has a bit more room behind its rear seat (32.9 vs 30.5 cu ft), while the Blazer holds slightly more with the seat folded (64.2 vs 63.5) and has more rear legroom. The biggest gap is towing: the Murano is rated for 1,500 lbs and the Blazer for up to 4,500.
Blazer vs Murano Specs
| Spec | 2026 Chevy Blazer | 2027 Nissan Murano |
|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP (excl. destination) | $34,300 (2LT FWD); $37,000 with AWD; $1,995 destination | $43,990 (SL, AWD standard); $1,575 destination |
| Engine | 2.0L turbo 4-cyl (228 hp / 258 lb-ft); 3.6L V6 (308 hp / 270 lb-ft, RS) | 2.0L VC-Turbo 4-cyl (241 hp / 260 lb-ft) |
| Transmission | 9-speed automatic | 9-speed automatic |
| AWD | Available on every trim | Standard |
| Best combined fuel economy | 25 mpg (2.0L FWD); 24 mpg AWD | 23 mpg (AWD) |
| Max towing | 4,500 lbs (RS with V6); 3,250 lbs (2.0L with trailering equipment) | 1,500 lbs |
| Cargo behind rear seat | 30.5 cu ft | 32.9 cu ft |
| Max cargo | 64.2 cu ft | 63.5 cu ft |
| Rear legroom | 39.6 in. | 36.3 in. |
| Ground clearance | 7.5 to 7.6 in. | 8.3 in. |
| Length | 191.8 in. | 192.9 in. |
| Screens | 10.2-in. touchscreen; 4.2- or 8-in. driver display | Dual 12.3-in. touchscreen and digital cluster |
| Hands-off driving | Not offered | ProPILOT Assist 2.1 (Platinum Technology Package) |
| Warranty | 3 yr/36,000 mi; 5 yr/60,000 mi powertrain; roadside 5 yr/60,000 mi | 3 yr/36,000 mi; 5 yr/60,000 mi powertrain; roadside 3 yr/36,000 mi |
Sources: chevrolet.com and Build & Price (2026 Blazer); Nissan’s 2027 Murano pricing release, press kit and specifications, and nissanusa.com; fueleconomy.gov. Bold marks the better figure.
By the Numbers
Max towing
Starting price
MSRP in dollars, excluding destination. Lower is better.
Rear legroom
Reasons to Choose Each
Choose the Chevy Blazer if you want
- A much lower price, with FWD or AWD
- Up to 4,500 lbs of towing
- More horsepower from the available V6
- More rear legroom
- Better fuel economy
Choose the Nissan Murano if you want
- Standard AWD
- Dual 12.3-inch screens, with Google built-in on upper trims
- Available hands-off highway driving
- More ground clearance
- An IIHS 2026 TOP SAFETY PICK+ (2026 model)
Interior and Technology
The Blazer has a 10.2-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on every trim, and the RS adds an 8-inch driver display, connected navigation and Bose audio. Every Murano has a 12.3-inch touchscreen and a 12.3-inch digital cluster with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and the Dark Armor and Platinum add Google built-in.
Nissan Safety Shield 360 and hands-on ProPILOT Assist are standard on the Murano. ProPILOT Assist 2.1, part of the $3,300 Technology Package on the Platinum, lets attentive drivers go hands-off in single-lane freeway driving with a NissanConnect subscription; Nissan does not say whether it works while towing. The Blazer has Chevy Safety Assist plus Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert, Rear Park Assist and Rear Cross Traffic Alert as standard, with Adaptive Cruise Control available, but no hands-free driving; Chevrolet’s Super Cruise is offered on the Blazer EV. NHTSA rates both five stars overall.
The Bottom Line
If you want standard AWD, the latest screens and hands-off highway driving, the Murano makes a case for its higher price. If you want to save thousands, tow up to 3,250 lbs with the 2.0L turbo (or 4,500 lbs with the RS V6, from $45,250) and get more rear legroom, the Blazer is the better buy.
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Blazer vs Murano FAQs
Which is cheaper, the Blazer or the Murano?
The 2026 Blazer starts at $34,300 with FWD and $37,000 with AWD. The 2027 Murano starts at $43,990 with standard AWD. Destination is $1,995 for Chevrolet and $1,575 for Nissan.
Which tows more?
The Blazer: up to 4,500 lbs with the RS’s available V6 and trailering equipment, or 3,250 lbs with the 2.0L turbo and trailering equipment (standard on AWD). The Murano is rated for 1,500 lbs.
Does either offer hands-free driving?
The Murano Platinum offers hands-off ProPILOT Assist 2.1 in its $3,300 Technology Package. The gas Blazer does not offer hands-free driving.
Which gets better gas mileage?
The Blazer’s 2.0L turbo is EPA-rated at 25 mpg combined with FWD and 24 with AWD. The AWD Murano is rated 23 mpg combined.
Sources: chevrolet.com 2026 Blazer page, chevrolet.com Build & Price, fueleconomy.gov and NHTSA for Chevrolet; each competitor’s official website, specifications, price sheets and press materials, fueleconomy.gov and NHTSA for the rival, reviewed October 18, 2026. MSRP excludes destination, tax, title, license, dealer fees and options; destination charges differ by brand. Towing ratings depend on configuration and equipment and are for comparison only; review the owner’s manual before towing. EPA estimates; actual mileage will vary. All trademarks belong to their respective owners. Emich Chevrolet sells new Chevrolet vehicles. Safety or driver assistance features are no substitute for the driver’s responsibility to operate the vehicle in a safe manner. Read the vehicle Owner’s Manual for important feature limitations and information.