2011 Nissan Murano US Pricing Announced

The North American division of Nissan announced today US pricing and details on the 2011 model year of the Murano, which goes on sale at nationwide dealerships this month. The crossover SUV will be available in four trim levels, namely S, SV, SL and LE, and comes with the addition of the previous optional Premium, Leather, Moonroof and Technology Packages as standard equipment on the Murano SL.

Available in four-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive powertrains, pricing for the 2011 Nissan Murano starts at $28,400 and goes up to $39,140 for the range topping LE AWD version.

“The most striking visual element of the 2011 Murano is once again its dramatic body, which imparts a “modern art” feel while still maintaining its distinctive “Murano-ness.”,” a company statement reads. Other refinements range from redesigned front grille, lower fascia and taillights to new 18-inch wheels on S, SV and SL models.

Also added is one new exterior color, Graphite Blue, and the available Nissan Navigation System has been enhanced with XM NavTraffic, XM NavWeather, Zagat Survey Restaurant Guide and Streaming Audio via Bluetooth.

New audio and entertainment features range from the addition of standard iPod connectivity and Bluetooth Hands-free Phone System to SV models to a Bose audio system with nine speakers plus dual subwoofers for SL models. Available technology also includes an advanced touch screen Nissan Navigation System with 9.3GB Music Box hard drive.

Other highlights include a dual panel sliding glass roof, heated front and rear seats, power liftgate and RearView Monitor, accompanied by a driver lumbar support, auto dimming rearview mirror, a 7.0-inch color monitor, and a heated steering wheel, depending on the trim level.

The 2011 Nissan Murano is powered by a standard 260 horsepower 3.5-liter V6 engine coupled with a Xtronic CVT transmission.

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