2016 Nissan Murano Hybrid FWD: MPG and fuel economy
The 2016 Nissan Murano Hybrid FWD is a hybrid rated at 29 combined MPG by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. It returns 27 MPG in the city and 30 MPG on the highway.
This page collects every fuel-economy figure the EPA publishes for the 2016 Nissan Murano Hybrid FWD. Below you will find the headline combined, city, and highway MPG, the estimated annual fuel cost at three different driving levels, the tailpipe CO₂ emissions, and a full breakdown of the engine and drivetrain.
Key takeaways
- The most efficient car in the Midsize Station Wagons class for the 2016 model year is the Toyota Prius v at 41 MPG.
Fuel economy at a glance
These are the EPA's official ratings for the 2016 Nissan Murano Hybrid FWD. The numbers come from a standardised laboratory test cycle and are the same figures that appear on the window sticker of every new car. Real-world mileage varies with driving style, weather, fuel quality, and how heavily loaded the car is.
Combined MPG is a 55/45 weighted blend of the city and highway test cycles. The EPA uses it as the single number you can compare across the entire dataset, including hybrids and EVs (which use the equivalent MPGe figure).
| Combined MPG | 29 MPG |
| City MPG | 27 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 30 MPG |
| Annual fuel cost | $2,050 |
| Tailpipe CO₂ | 310 g/mi |
| Fuel type | Regular |
How the 2016 Nissan Murano Hybrid FWD compares
The 2016 Nissan Murano Hybrid FWD returns 29 combined MPG. Cars in the Midsize Station Wagons class for the same model year average 26.3 MPG, which puts this car ahead of the class average by about 10%.
The most efficient car in the Midsize Station Wagons class for the 2016 model year is the Toyota Prius v at 41 MPG. The bar chart below puts the Nissan Murano Hybrid FWD alongside the class best and the class average so you can see the full picture.
For broader context, the average new car of the 2016 model year (across all classes) returns 25.9 MPG. Larger vehicles pull the all-cars average down, so do not use that figure on its own to judge a small car or a hybrid. The full list of the most efficient cars of the 2016 model year is on its own page.
Annual fuel cost across driving patterns
The headline annual fuel cost the EPA publishes assumes 15,000 miles of driving per year and a fuel mix of 55% city and 45% highway. The dollar figure is calculated using the EPA's current reference price for regular gasoline, which is $3.99/gallon. EPA updates that reference periodically rather than tracking live pump prices, so treat it as a window-sticker estimate rather than today's pump number.
The table below scales the EPA's number to three common driving patterns. The combined MPG and the reference fuel price stay constant, only the annual mileage changes. To get a current-prices estimate, take your local gas price and multiply by 517.2 gallons (the car's annual consumption at the rated MPG).
| Driving pattern | Estimated annual fuel cost |
|---|---|
| Light driver, 7,500 miles per year | $1,025 |
| Average driver, 15,000 miles per year | $2,050 |
| Heavy driver, 25,000 miles per year | $3,417 |
Compare against other Midsize Station Wagons for 2016
If you are cross-shopping the 2016 Nissan Murano Hybrid FWD, the most useful comparison is against the other cars in the Midsize Station Wagons class for the same model year. The list below shows the highest-MPG peers, ranked from most to least efficient. Click any of them to open its full page.
The Toyota Prius v leads this group at 41 MPG, 12 MPG ahead of the 2016 Nissan Murano Hybrid FWD.
Specifications
The 2016 Nissan Murano Hybrid FWD runs a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder supercharged engine paired with a automatic (av-s7), sending power through front-wheel drive.
Engine, transmission, and drivetrain together drive most of the variation in fuel economy across trims. A larger engine moves the car with less effort but burns more fuel. A turbo lets a small engine punch above its weight, often without much MPG penalty. All-wheel drive adds traction and weight, and usually costs a couple of MPG compared with two-wheel drive of the same engine.
- Vehicle class
- Midsize Station Wagons
- Engine
- 2.5L 4-cylinder supercharged
- Transmission
- Automatic (AV-S7)
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Fuel type
- Regular
- Annual petroleum use
- 10.3 barrels per year
- Start-stop system
- Yes
Common questions about the 2016 Nissan Murano Hybrid FWD
Quick answers to the questions people most often search for when looking up the 2016 Nissan Murano Hybrid FWD.
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Is the 2016 Nissan Murano Hybrid FWD fuel efficient?
Yes. The 2016 Nissan Murano Hybrid FWD returns 29 combined MPG, which beats the average car in the Midsize Station Wagons class for the same model year by about 10%. -
What MPG does the 2016 Nissan Murano Hybrid FWD get?
The EPA rates the 2016 Nissan Murano Hybrid FWD at 29 combined MPG, 27 MPG in city driving, and 30 MPG on the highway. Real-world numbers depend on your driving style, the weather, and how loaded the car is. -
How much does it cost to fuel a 2016 Nissan Murano Hybrid FWD per year?
The EPA estimates an annual fuel cost of $2,050 for the 2016 Nissan Murano Hybrid FWD. That figure assumes 15,000 miles of driving per year, a 55% city and 45% highway split, and the EPA's published average fuel price for the rated fuel grade. -
What fuel does the 2016 Nissan Murano Hybrid FWD use?
The EPA lists the 2016 Nissan Murano Hybrid FWD as running on regular gasoline. Using a different grade than the manufacturer specifies can affect fuel economy and engine longevity. -
How much CO₂ does the 2016 Nissan Murano Hybrid FWD emit?
Tailpipe CO₂ emissions are 310 g/mi. Multiplied across a typical year of driving (15,000 miles) that works out to about 4,650 kilograms of CO₂. -
What is the difference between the city and highway MPG of the 2016 Nissan Murano Hybrid FWD?
City driving returns 27 MPG and highway driving returns 30 MPG, a gap of 3 MPG. The two figures are close enough that the car will hold its rated efficiency well across most driving patterns. -
What engine is in the 2016 Nissan Murano Hybrid FWD?
The 2016 Nissan Murano Hybrid FWD has a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder supercharged engine. -
What transmission and drivetrain does the 2016 Nissan Murano Hybrid FWD have?
The 2016 Nissan Murano Hybrid FWD comes with a automatic (av-s7) transmission and front-wheel drive. -
How does the 2016 Nissan Murano Hybrid FWD compare to the best car in its class?
The most efficient car in the Midsize Station Wagons class for the 2016 model year is the Toyota Prius v at 41 combined MPG. The Nissan Murano Hybrid FWD returns 29 MPG, a gap of 12 MPG. If you are comparing on fuel economy alone, the class leader is worth a look. -
How much petroleum does the 2016 Nissan Murano Hybrid FWD use per year?
The EPA estimates the 2016 Nissan Murano Hybrid FWD consumes about 10.3 barrels of petroleum per year, based on the standard 15,000 miles of driving. A barrel is 42 U.S. gallons of crude oil, which is refined into gasoline plus other products.
Source: U.S. EPA fuel economy dataset. Annual fuel cost figures assume 15,000 miles of driving per year and a 55% city, 45% highway split. Real-world mileage varies with driving conditions, vehicle maintenance, fuel quality, and driver behaviour.