Body style: SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle)
Segment: Medium SUV
Production years: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015
The Murano was the flagship of the Nissan's SUV lineup for the U.S. market. The second generation was unveiled at the 2007 Los Angeles Auto Show and sales started in 2008 as a 2009 model.
The first generation of the Murano was built mainly for the U.S. market, but there was a version for the Japanese market as well. The second generation took into account the European market but its sales were hardly affected by the world economic crisis. Its futuristic design was too much for customers and the sales slumped in more countries. In the U.K. it was withdrawn in 2011.
The second generation featured the same wheelbase as its predecessor, but the car was built on a new platform, named Nissan D. The most important exterior modifications were made on the front fascia, where a new pair of headlights, a new grille, and new hood found their place on the car. In 2011, a facelifted version was introduced and the taillights were enhanced with LED lights.
Inside, the Murano received four heated seats and a more refined interior. The 360 degrees “bird-eye view” monitor was a carry-over from the Infiniti range. The dashboard was redesigned and received new lights for the instrument cluster.
The all-wheel independent suspension was a good idea for Nissan. It was fitted as standard on the entire range and it offered more comfort. The engine bay was still dominated by a 3.5-liter V6 engine mated to a CVT.
ENGINE SPECS - 3.5L V6 CVT AWD (256 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 3498 cm3 |
Power: | 188 KW @ 6000 RPM 256 HP @ 6000 RPM 252 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 246 lb-ft @ 4400 RPM 334 Nm @ 4400 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 130 mph (209 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | CVT(Continuous Variable Transmission) |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 235/65 R18 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 188.5 in (4788 mm) |
Width: | 74.1 in (1882 mm) |
Height: | 67 in (1702 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 63.3/63.4 in (1,608/1,610 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 111.2 in (2824 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 7.4 in (188 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 31.6 cuFT (895 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.37 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4112 lbs (1865 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 5214 lbs (2365 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 15.9 mpg US (14.8 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 28.3 mpg US (8.3 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 22.2 mpg US (10.6 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 248 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 3.5L V6 FWD CVT (256 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 3498 cm3 |
Power: | 188 KW @ 6000 RPM 256 HP @ 6000 RPM 252 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 246 lb-ft @ 4400 RPM 334 Nm @ 4400 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | CVT(Continuous Variable Transmission) |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 235/65 R18 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 188.5 in (4788 mm) |
Width: | 74.1 in (1882 mm) |
Height: | 67 in (1702 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 63.3/63.4 in (1,608/1,610 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 111.2 in (2824 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 7.4 in (188 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 31.6 cuFT (895 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.37 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3841 lbs (1742 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 18 mpg US (13.1 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 24 mpg US (9.8 L/100Km) |
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US Specs |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.5L 6AT AWD (190 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 2488 cm3 |
Power: | 140 KW @ 4000 RPM 190 HP @ 4000 RPM 188 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
Torque: | 332 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM 450 Nm @ 2000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Common Rail Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Diesel |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 122 mph (196 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6 speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 235/65 R18 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 188.5 in (4788 mm) |
Width: | 74.1 in (1882 mm) |
Height: | 67 in (1702 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 63.3/63.4 in (1,608/1,610 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 111.2 in (2824 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 7.4 in (188 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 31.6 cuFT (895 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.37 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4299 lbs (1950 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 5501 lbs (2495 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 23.3 mpg US (10.1 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 34.6 mpg US (6.8 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 29.4 mpg US (8 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 210 g/km |