The Nissan Murano is a front engine, a five-door mid-size crossover manufactured and marketed by Nissan since May 2002 as a model for 2003, and now in its third generation - with a convertible variant, CrossCabriolet , available for 2011 to 2014 models.
As Nissan's first crossover SUV for the United States and Canada, Murano is designed at Nissan America in La Jolla, California, and is based on the Nissan FF-L platform that is shared with the third-generation Altima. The single European version of Murano started sales in 2004.
Murano was the only Nissan crossover SUV in the United States until September 2007, when the 2008 Nissan Rogue went on sale. In Canada X-Trail has been sold as Nissan's second car-based SUV since 2004 as a model for 2005; it was replaced by the new 2008 Rogue Nissan at the end of 2007. Murano-sized between Pathfinder and Xterra is now dead (Now replaced by Rogue as a compact SUV).
The nameplate Murano comes from the Italian city of Murano and the artistic magazine artist of Murano known to the city.
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First generation (2002-2007)
The first generation Nissan Murano was introduced in production for the 2003 model year, at the 2002 New York International Auto Show. It's powered by a 3.5 liter ( VQ35DE ) V6 generates 245 hp (183 kW) and 334? M (246 lbf? Ft), is also used in some other Nissan models such as the Altima, Maxima, and Nissan 350Z, but is specifically tuned for use in Murano.
Available with standard front-wheel-drive (FWD) and optional all-wheel-drive (AWD), Nissan Murano is one of the largest vehicles using continuously variable transmission (CVT). Fuel economy is rated at 18 mpg in the city and 23 mpg on the highway (same mpg FWD and AWD on new EPA specifications).
Production began in mid-May 2002, and the first vehicles were delivered in early June for the United States, and mid-July for the Canadian market. Independent suspension on all wheels is used for ride and class leading handling.
A complete set of airbags, cabin reinforced steel, and headrests are safety features designed to protect the interior while VDC, ABS, electronic brake power distribution and brake assistance are mechanical safety features. VDC combines the form of traction control.
The Murano received a crash test rating of five stars in all categories but a vehicle rollover (four stars) from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration of the United States (NHTSA).
For the 2006 model year in North America, Murano received several updates in the form of LED tail lights and turn signal, standard color information display, available backup cameras (Canada standard for all models), GPS and resetable fronts. ending with some minor trim updates. September 2004, Murano was introduced in Japan, replacing the MPV Bassara and exclusively for Nissan Red Stage, with more introduction at the Nissan Blue Stage in October, replacing Terrano.
Because Murano exceeds engine displacement and exterior dimensions as stated in Japanese Government regulations, it is considered a luxury vehicle and comes with many of the optional features found in North America as standard equipment on Japanese models, including Nissan and internet-based GPS. a navigation system called CarWings. The Japanese model is available with two engine options, 3.5L V6 engine, or 2.5L QR cylinder engine. Second generation (2008-2014) Second generation >
Nissan missed the 2008 model year with the introduction of the second generation of Murano - as a model for 2009. Murano 2009 made its debut at the 2007 Los Angeles Auto Show in November, and sales began in January 2008. The exterior and interior were redesigned.
The second-generation Murano was initially offered in three trim levels: S base, middle class SL, and LE top level. Performance oriented SE model is not continued. S and SL are offered with standard FWD, with optional iAWD (Intelligent All Wheel Drive) available. Trim LE is only iAWD.
The second-generation Murano includes new features, some of which are optional or only available on LE grades, including rain-absorber wipers, double-stitched leather seats, rear lift gates, rear seat folding power, iPod integration, and hard-drive. based, touch screen navigation system. S and SL display aluminum interior accents, while wood trim sports LE trim. Like the first generation model, there is no third row seat.
The second generation is based on the Nissan D platform, sharing with the fourth generation Nissan Altima, and the new Nissan Maxima 2009. The second generation features a revised version of the 3.5L VQ engine with 265 horsepower (198 kW), an increase of 20 from the previous model. Torque rated at 336 Ã, Â ° N? M (248Ã, lbf? Ft). The engine is mated to a Revised Continuous Variable Transmission with Adaptive Shift Control. EPA fuel economy is rated at 18 cities/23 highways.
Standard safety features on all trims include four-wheel disc brakes with ABS, brake support, and EBD; electronic stability control; and front, side, and side airbags. NHTSA rewards the second-generation Murano four stars on a frontal collision test, and five stars for side effects, worse than the first generation.
On September 29, 2008, Nissan released the second generation of Murano in Japan, targeted primarily at men in their 30s, 40s and 50s, and priced between 3,150,000 yen and 4,042,500 yen, about 200,000 to 300,000 yen more expensive than the first generation model. Nissan announced plans to sell vehicles in 170 countries. The 2.5L QR 4-cylinder engine continues to be offered as an option in Japan.
In July 2010, Nissan launched a facelift version in Europe only, with an updated 2.5D diesel 4D cylinder YD25DDTi engine producing 190Ã, hp and 450Ã, N? M (330Ã, lbf? Ft).
For the 2011 model year, the refreshed Murano includes a refreshed front and rear fascia, new headlamps and LED taillights, and new 18-inch wheels on the outside. New interior changes include new white meter colors (as opposed to red/orange), new plastic stack center colors that match leather trims, and additional equipment for different trim levels. Refreshments also add new exterior colors, "Graphite Blue" and for 2013 model year, LE trim will be renamed Platinum.
In September 2011, Nissan launched the second generation Murano in Indonesia. Only one version is available, and sold for 750 million rupiah (about US $ 78,900). In April 2011, Murano was officially withdrawn from the UK, due to disappointing sales.
Murano CrossCabriolet
Nissan's inaugural Murano CrossCabriolet at the 2010 Los Angeles International Auto Show, marketed it as "the world's first crossover convertible all wheel drive."
Nissan began to market the CrossCabriolet officially with the 2011 model year - without further refreshment or other trim levels during the production process. Crossover is only offered in LE trim and has the same engine as the Murano standard.
The automatically operated and operated top automatically has an automatic auto-locking/unloading system, rear skylight glass, two pop-up bar rolls, cargo capacity of 7.6 cf with top down and 12.3 cf with top ups - and Cd 0 , 39. Its front door is 7.9 inches longer than the four front doors of Murano, with structural reinforcement of the A-rear pillar.
In April 2014, Nissan announced the Murano CrossCabriolet will be discontinued.
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Third generation (2014-present)
In April 2014, Nissan launched its third generation Murano (Z52/P42M) at the New York Auto Show, with production in Canton, Mississippi and featuring VQ V6-Series 3.5-liter.
The third generation of Murano is not marketed in Japan, due to the costs associated with Japanese Government dimensions regulations and annual road tax liabilities. The 3.5 liter V6 engine produces up to 260 horsepower.
Murano Hybrid
Only for the 2016 model year, Nissan introduced the Hybrid version of Nissan Murano. Murano Hybrid is available in two trim levels, SL and Platinum. The Murano Hybrid has an electric motor, a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, an Intelligent Dual Clutch System, and a Lithium-Ion Battery located beneath the center console. The hybrid component will not reduce the passenger and cargo space.
The hybrid version uses the so-called VSP (Vehicle Sound for Pedestrians) system that uses sound to help alert pedestrians of vehicle presence, while being pushed at low speeds in electric drive mode.
Awards and acknowledgments
- 2003 Nominated for North American Truck award of the Year.
- 2007 Driver Options BEST premium mid-size SUV by AutoPacific .
- 2010 Murano receives the highest rating in front, side, and back evaluation evaluations conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
- 2010 Murano receives NHTSA Highest Government Impact Security Rating (five stars).
- Winner of the 10 Best 2015 Interior Winners
References
- http://www.nissanusa.com/crossovers/murano/compare/versions/specs
External links
- Official Website of Nissan USA http://www.nissanusa.com/
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