2015 NISSAN MURANO MODEL OVERVIEW
What Motortrend thinks:
Despite its engine being a carryover from the previous
generation, the 2015 Nissan Murano is a great choice for those looking for a
bold people hauler and aren’t put off by the poor rear visibility. In a First
Drive review, we said that the crossover’s interior is a strong point, offering
plenty of sophistication, space, excellent build quality, and a user-friendly
infotainment system. The Murano also drives relatively well for a crossover,
with secure handling and plenty of power for everyday driving from the V-6. We
said in a First Test review that the 2015 Murano “never feels underpowered”
despite its aging engine while the CVT provides “smooth acceleration.”
You’ll Like
• Bold
exterior styling
• Roomy,
well-built interior
• No MPG
penalty with AWD
You Won’t Like
• Poor rear
visibility
• Can get
pricey relatively quickly
2016 NISSAN MURANO MODEL OVERVIEW
What do I think? It’s unique.
The Murano has intriguing styling. But what was wild in 2015 is pretty conservative compared to some of the other vehicles (looking at you, Lexus) that have launched since. The Nissan “bucktooth” grille is a little big, and the overall design is busy, but seven of the eight available colors make it look great.
Quiet, comfortable, and composed is the best way I can describe driving the Murano on a daily basis. The only engine option besides the hybrid (with a supercharged I-4), the VQ35DE 3.5-liter V-6, makes 260 hp and 240 lb-ft and sends the power through a very smooth Xtronic CVT. It’s a great pairing in the Murano.
The comfortable, slightly sporty handling characteristics never left me wishing for more power. It is not the best-handling SUV we have tested, for sure.
In terms of fuel economy, the Murano is a bit of a drinker around town. The EPA rates it at 21/28/24 mpg on its city/highway/combine cycle.
2017 NISSAN MURANO MODEL OVERVIEW
What We Think
“If you like or don’t mind the 2015 Nissan Murano’s bold exterior styling, the rest of the crossover is a well-rounded package, we said in our 2015 Nissan Murano Platinum FWD First Test. “It’s not as cheap as a Nissan Rogue or Ford Escape, but neither is the Ford Edge when equipped with a few options. When you’re ready for a midsize crossover with a few upscale touches, consider the 2015 Murano before you sign on the dotted line for that Edge.”
That same 2015 Nissan Murano Platinum AWD placed first in a three-way midsize crossover comparison ahead of the second-place 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport 2.0T Ultimate AWD and third-place 2015 Ford Edge Sport AWD. We concluded: “The Murano’s visibility was indeed sacrificed to the style deities when it came to the thick A- and kookily-drawn C- and D-pillars. But at $43,955 loaded with the Technology package (adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning with auto braking, and a panoramic sunroof) the appeal of a harmonized, all-wheel-drive crossover achieving 20.3/26.8/22.8 Real MPG city/highway/combined knocked it straight into a first-place finish.”
At the end of our one-year long-term loan with a 2015 Nissan Murano SL AWD we said: “The Murano passes my personal test, as well—and does so with a luxurious, quiet, comfortable interior. The exterior styling is bold, polarizing, and conversation-starting. It drives well and is reliable. And although it never hooked me emotionally, I would have no qualms about recommending one to friends and family. Except in orange.”
Cool Fact
Nissan’s Zero Gravity seats are supposed to reduce fatigue on long drives.
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