NISSAN’s current Murano has built on the success of the existing model by offering more style, more refinement, improved performance and greater interior comfort and space. One of the most distinctive models on the market, the Murano has carved itself a position as a dynamic and striking crossover which represents a real alternative to road-based Sports Utility Vehicles (SUVs).
The new model continues that trend, thanks to its unique mix of strength, security and all-wheel drive reassurance normally found in SUV. Combine this with the dynamic performance and striking appearance of a sporty passenger car. Externally, the second regeneration Murano shares obvious DNA with the original and the signature upswept rear side window line retained. Inside the greater comfort and refinement, particularly for rear passengers, as well as more equipment and a greater sense of travelling in business class.
Murano is powered by Nissan’s familiar 3.5 litre VQ engine which has been revised to offer improved performance. Now developing 265PS and 325Nm (240lb) of torque, the 24 valve twin cam V6 provides better performance against the stop watch and at the fuel pumps. Improvements have also been made to the Murano’s Extronic CVT transmission which represents a major evolution of technology. Extensively re-engineered with a 20 per cent reduction in friction losses, the new CVT improves fuel economy at the same time as improving shift speeds and responsiveness.
Murano was the first model in Nissan’s European range to be available with the company’s scratch shield paint which protects the exterior from marks and scratches typically sustained in everyday life. The paint repairs the marks thanks to a newly developed highly elastic resin that helps prevent the scratches from damaging the base layer paint.
Refer to Pat Tiernan Nissan, Delta Retail Park and Shanagolden; Lucey Motors of Charleville and Donal Ryan Motor group, Limerick Road in Nenagh to testdrive any Nissan.
