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New Nissan Murano


New Nissan Murano

Author: Isaac BoberDate: 1 July 2011
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The Murano was already a sharp-looking vehicle, and now Nissan has enhanced its looks with some tweaks inside and out.

The Nissan Murano has been a solid performer since the second-generation was released two years ago, and the trend looks set to continue with the release of a refreshed next generation model. Nissan has improved its appeal with svelte, new front styling, new design alloy wheels and rear privacy glass.

Expected on-sale in September, the new-look Nissan Murano features a new grille, front bumper and headlamp design. New, multi-spoke 18-inch alloy wheels are introduced for a more prestigious look along with new design rear tail-lights, new roof rail design (finished in silver on the Ti model) and the addition of rear privacy glass. The ST model now adds fogs lamps as standard.

Inside, both models now feature rain sensing windshield wipers while ST models pick up a Bose audio with 2 Gigabyte HDD and 7-inch color display; rear reversing camera and heated front seats representing optimum value at $47,990. (Ti pricing is $58,390).

The range-topping Murano Ti now features Nissan’s new-generation satellite navigation and USB input jack or iPod connectivity with a 9GB HDD.

In addition to the highly acclaimed 3.5-litre V6 engine which offers 191kW and 336Nm of torque, the Murano is mated to a Nissan Xtronic Continuously Variable Transmission that offers fuel consumption of 10.9L/100km.

A full suite of electronic safety systems, including Vehicle Dynamic Control and a rigid bodyshell earned the Murano a Top Safety Pick award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety in the United States.

The distinctive Nissan Murano has also underlined its unique profile in the prestige crossover market by capturing a prestigious Australian design award last year. The Australian International Design Awards judges described the Nissan Murano as “a radical departure from the angular SUV wagon stereotypes.”

The Nissan Murano was the first SUV to win a Design Award – which are chosen by Standards Australia, in its charter with the Australian Government, to develop internationally aligned Australian standards.

 

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