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Nissan Murano Service Costs & Schedule

What a Nissan Murano actually costs to service, what needs doing at each interval, and where you can save. If you're buying one, we also cover how to check whether the previous owner actually kept up with the schedule.

Z50 (2004–2008)3.5L V6
Z51 (2009–2020)3.5L V6

Nissan Murano service: key facts

Routine service items

These are the items covered in a standard service. Most garages include oil, oil filter and a basic inspection. The rest are typically checked or replaced on a schedule.

Service itemIntervalTypical cost
Engine oil and filter
Nissan recommends 7,500-mile intervals for normal driving conditions. Use 5W-30 synthetic oil. Change filter with every oil change. Severe service conditions require 5,000-mile intervals.
Z50, Z51
 7,500 miles or 1 year
£80–£120
Dealer: £120–£180
Air filter
Replace every 15,000 miles or 2 years. Check more frequently in dusty conditions. Clean housing when replacing filter.
Z50, Z51
 15,000 miles or 2 years
£25–£40
Dealer: £40–£60
Cabin pollen filter
Replace annually or every 15,000 miles. Located behind glove box. Essential for air conditioning efficiency and cabin air quality.
Z50, Z51
 15,000 miles or 1 year
£30–£50
Dealer: £50–£80

Major service items

These are the big-ticket items. Miss them and you risk engine or gearbox damage. The costs are higher but the consequences of skipping are much worse.

Service itemIntervalTypical cost
CVT transmission fluid
Nissan originally claimed lifetime fill but now recommends 60,000-mile changes. Use only genuine Nissan NS-2 CVT fluid. Essential for CVT longevity given known reliability issues.
Z50, Z51
 60,000 miles or 5 years
£200–£300
Dealer: £350–£450

Has this Nissan Murano been serviced on schedule?

Check the dealer service records to see if the work above was actually done.

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£6.99 · Full refund if no records found

Periodic maintenance

Items that don't need doing at every service but should be on your radar at the right mileage or age.

Service itemIntervalTypical cost
Spark plugs
Long-life iridium plugs rated for 100,000 miles. Replace all six plugs together. Use genuine Nissan or OE equivalent specification only.
Z50, Z51
 100,000 miles or 10 years
£150–£220
Dealer: £220–£320
Brake fluid
Replace every 2 years regardless of mileage. Brake fluid absorbs moisture over time. Use DOT 3 specification fluid only.
Z50, Z51
 2 years
£60–£90
Dealer: £90–£130
Coolant flush
Long-life coolant rated for 10 years or 100,000 miles. Use Nissan L255N coolant or equivalent. Check level and condition annually.
Z50, Z51
 100,000 miles or 10 years
£120–£180
Dealer: £180–£260

Known issues to watch for

The most common problems reported on the Nissan Murano, ranked by severity.

major
Front suspension ball joint excessive wear
The front suspension ball joints on the Murano show abnormally rapid wear, particularly the lower ball joints.
major
Suspension bushes and joints premature wear
Multiple suspension bushes and joints throughout the system show accelerated wear on the Murano.
major
Power steering fluid leaks and system malfunction
The hydraulic power steering system develops leaks and malfunctions at a rate 10.9 times higher than the fleet average, particularly on higher mileage examples.
major
CVT transmission failure and erratic shifting
The Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) in the Murano has documented reliability problems including juddering, slipping, complete failure, and erratic shifting behavior.

1 more known issues tracked. Check a specific Nissan Murano's service records — a missed service on one of these issues could mean an expensive surprise.

Buying a used Nissan Murano? Check its service history first.

A Murano with a patchy service history can cost you thousands in missed timing belts, skipped oil changes, and hidden neglect. We pull the franchised dealer records — every visit, every stamp, every mileage reading — so you can see exactly what's been done and what's been skipped.

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Nissan Murano service FAQs

How often does a Nissan Murano need servicing?

A Nissan Murano needs servicing every 7,500 miles or 1 year, whichever comes first. Nissan recommends 7,500-mile intervals for normal driving conditions.

What does a Nissan Murano service cost?

A basic service at an independent garage costs £80–£120. Main dealer servicing runs £120–£180. Major items like timing belts or gearbox services cost significantly more. Independent garages are typically 30 to 50% cheaper for the same work.

Is a Nissan Murano expensive to maintain?

Routine servicing starts from £80 at an independent garage, which is about average for this class of car. The bigger costs come from periodic items like timing belts, brake fluid changes, and transmission servicing. Keeping on top of the schedule avoids expensive failures.

How do I check a Nissan Murano's service history?

You can check any Nissan Murano's dealer service records online using just the registration number. The check retrieves every logged dealer visit, including dates, mileage, and work done, so you can see whether the schedule has been followed or if there are gaps. It costs £6.99 and you get a full refund if no records are found.