Luxury brands draw a lot of attention, especially when it comes to SUVs. Thoughts of leather, wood, high-end sound systems, and other luxury appointments dance in the heads of those buyers—until they get a look at the price.
However, several upmarket or premium offerings can give consumers a luxurious feel without the hefty price tag. Among the best examples of this big value are the 2025 Buick Envision and the all-new 2025 Nissan Murano.
The Envision offers a near-luxury experience at a price comparable to many well-equipped mainstream brands. Meanwhile, the Murano brings its latest technology, driver assistance features, and updated style. These two 5-passenger SUVs offer plenty of value, so let’s learn more about both.
2025 Buick Envision
The near-luxury Buick Envision received an exterior facelift last year, with the front end receiving most of the updates, and it carries forward unchanged for 2025. The SUV seats five passengers very comfortably. It’s built to be a relaxing ride with great technology, which aligns it with the rest of the Buick portfolio.
Powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, the Envision puts out 228 horsepower, and all-wheel drive (AWD) is standard. It comes with plenty of nice touches, such as wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and a hands-free tailgate. A slew of advanced driver safety technology is available in the mid and upper trim levels. The Envision is available in three trim levels: Preferred, Sport Touring, and Avenir.
Buick Envision Highlights
Tech help: The standard Technology 1 package includes a head-up display and a Bose 9-speaker audio system. We love seeing these tech features standard on every trim.
Elegant interior: The first thing you’ll notice in the new Envision’s interior is a digital instrument cluster mounted flush with an expansive infotainment touchscreen. It stretches 30 inches diagonally and wouldn’t look out of place in a BMW, Mercedes-Benz, or Genesis product. Upper trims have niceties like perforated leather upholstery and a digital rearview camera.
Massaging seats: Available as an option in the Avenir trim, massaging front seats knead their occupants into full-on luxury vehicle territory. These seats, covered in perforated leather, also have heating and ventilation.
Check this week’s Fair Purchase Price or see the Envision models near you.
2025 Nissan Murano
The 2025 Nissan Murano is all-new from the ground up, with a new exterior look, new powertrain, and updated tech. It’s still a midsize, 2-row SUV with premium style and accommodations at a mainstream price—just a lot more modern, thanks to its first clean-sheet redesign in a decade.
The new Murano sports a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission. Total output is 241 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque. This is a VC-Turbo engine with variable compression, which can help improve efficiency while maintaining power. The all-new Murano’s cabin is as inviting as it is useful, thanks to comfortable seats, the latest tech, and upscale options like “Murano glass” trim. The Murano’s cabin is premium even in the base trim and rises into luxury territory with the Platinum trim, with comfortable seating for five, and there’s plenty of legroom and cargo room in the back.
Nissan Murano Highlights
Platinum treatment: Adults like nice things, and the Murano can be just that with its luxurious Platinum trim level. It’s loaded with premium features like extra-soft, semi-aniline leather seats with diamond-quilted inserts, massaging front seats, a head-up display (HUD), a panoramic moonroof, and stylish 21-inch wheels.
Safety tech: The standard Nissan ProPILOT Assist suite combines desirable driver assistance features like intelligent cruise control with steering assist with comprehensive Safety Shield 360 features like automatic braking with pedestrian detection, blind-spot warning, and more. As with the Envision, adaptive cruise control is also standard.
Great seats: Nissan equipped the Murano with Zero Gravity seats to reduce driver fatigue on long drives. Thanks to upgraded materials and style, the seats are even better on the higher-end trim levels.
Check this week’s Fair Purchase Price or see the Murano models near you.
Similarities
The Buick Envision and Nissan Murano are great examples of upmarket offerings without an eye-popping price. They feature polished exteriors, a spacious, well-appointed cabin, and a reasonable price tag.
Pricing
New 2025 Buick Envision Prices
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Fair Purchase Price (76087)
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$37,895 |
$35,299 |
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$40,395 |
$37,211 |
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$47,595 |
$44,715 |
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The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for New 2025 Buick Envision vehicles and vehicles in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly. The manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) quoted includes the destination fee, but does not include tax, license, document fees, and options.
Specifications
| 2025 Buick Envision | 2025 Nissan Murano | |
| Popular Powertrains | ||
| Engine | 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder | 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder |
| Horsepower | 228 hp @ 5,000 rpm | 241 hp @ 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm | 260 lb-ft @ 4,400 rpm |
| Transmission | 9-speed automatic/AWD | 9-speed automatic |
| Fuel Economy | 22 city/28 highway/24 combined mpg | 21 city/27 highway/23 combined mpg |
| Also Available | AWD | |
| Specs | ||
| Basic Warranty | 3 years/36,000 miles | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Powertrain Warranty | 5 years/60,000 miles | 5 years/60,000 miles |
| NHTSA Overall Safety Rating | 5-Star | Not rated |
| Max Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 109.0 inches | 111.2 inches |
| Overall Length | 182.7 inches | 192.9 inches |
| Width | 74.1 inches | 78.0 inches |
| Height | 64.6 inches | 67.9 inches |
| Turning Diameter | 38.0 feet | 38.7 feet |
| Headroom, Front | 39.6 inches | 41.1 inches |
| Headroom, Rear | 38.9 inches | 39.7 inches |
| Legroom, Front | 40.4 inches | 44.3 inches |
| Legroom, Rear | 39.3 inches | 36.3 inches |
| Shoulder Room, Front | 56.7 inches | 60.8 inches |
| Shoulder Room, Rear | 55.9 inches | 58.5 inches |
| Cargo Volume | 25.2 cubic feet | 32.9 cubic feet |
Conclusion
The Buick Envision is a borderline luxury vehicle. It offers a great ride and a comfortable, tech-heavy interior that gives buyers an experience similar to a pricier luxury SUV, and we like that AWD comes standard. For a bit more cash, the larger Murano will give you a similar experience with additional space and 32 more horses under the hood. The Buick is a bit more modern and high-tech, but the Murano has practical advantages and more power. Setting a budget and figuring out your priorities can land you in the right one.
