Murano II (Z51) vs XC60 I: which is better?
Nissan Murano II (Z51) (2007–2016) vs Volvo XC60 I (2008–2017): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Nissan Murano II (Z51)
Volvo XC60 ISpecifications
| Nissan Murano II (Z51) | Volvo XC60 I | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2007–2016 | 2008–2017 |
| Body | crossover SUV | crossover SUV |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 3.5 V6 | 2.0 Turbo (T5) |
| Power, up to | 249 hp | 240 hp |
| Torque, up to | 326 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Gearbox | CVT | automatic |
| Drive | all-wheel drive | all-wheel drive |
| Length | 4 834 mm | 4 628 mm |
| Width | 1 885 mm | 1 891 mm |
| Height | 1 720 mm | 1 713 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 825 mm | 2 774 mm |
| Fuel tank | 82 L | 70 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 68 375 ₸ | ≈ 16 475 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Nissan Murano II (Z51)
Pros
- Powerful versions: up to 249 hp
- All-wheel-drive versions available
- Large fuel tank: 82 L
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Engine Nissan VQ (V6): oil consumption on some engines
- CVT: service history matters
Engine (Nissan VQ (V6)): oil consumption on some engines; catalytic converter breakdown and cylinder scoring; valve cover leaks.
Volvo XC60 I
Pros
- Gearbox Aisin automatic: generally reliable
- Powerful versions: up to 240 hp
- All-wheel-drive versions available
- Large tank: 70 L
Cons
- Gearbox Aisin automatic: valve body wear at high mileage
Gearbox (Aisin automatic): generally reliable; at high mileage — valve body wear.
Which one to choose
- Murano II (Z51) — if you care more about: power, torque, wheelbase, fuel tank.
- XC60 I — if you care more about: kz tax 2026.
The condition of a specific car matters more than the model: check the service history and get the engine and gearbox inspected before buying.
FAQ
Which is more powerful: Murano II (Z51) or XC60 I?
Murano II (Z51): up to 249 hp, XC60 I: up to 240 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: Murano II (Z51) — about 68 375 ₸, XC60 I — about 16 475 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.