Guide Note

The Nissan Murano is a mid-size luxury crossover SUV first introduced in 2003. It is now the top selling SUV in Nissan's lineup, and has been completely redesigned for the 2009 model year.

Fast Facts

1. Class: luxury, SUV
2. Engine: 3.5 L V6 DOHC 24-Valves CVTC¹
3. Power (hp @ rpm): 265 @ 6,500¹
4. Torque (lb-ft @ rpm): 248 @ 4,400¹
5. Fuel Efficiency (mpg): 18 city / 23 highway¹
6. Transmission: Continuously Variable¹
7. MSRP: $26,330 - $35,910²

Reviews

• "Although the 2009 Nissan Murano is quantifiably better throughout than the original model, it is not, in my opinion, better looking...The Murano is still appealing (although the grille is a bit much), but it's not as distinctive as the original model."—Canadian Driver³

• "There is a huge number of competent, comfortable, convenient, and roomy crossover SUV's available on the American market for 2009. We think the new Nissan Murano ranks right up there with the best of them. We like the Nissan Murano very much, inside and out. It's good looking, easy to use, reasonably powerful, and won't use up all your money on gasoline."—JB car pages⁴

• "It certainly isn't easy these days, but Nissan has successfully etched a distinctive brand face for its cars and SUVs. Though bolder than before, the Murano's nose looks like a cross between the previous generation and the smaller Rogue crossover, with new headlight clusters and grille."—Cars.com⁵

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