Contents:
- What has changed in the design and size?
- Engine and transmission — what’s new?
- Technology and multimedia — what improvements?
- Interior and driver assistance — is it worth attention?
What has changed in the design and size?
Nissan has finally updated the Murano after 10 years. What’s new? The design is sharper. The front is more straightforward, with horizontal headlights and daytime running lights. The sides are smoother, and the “floating” roof is gone. Now, there’s a chrome strip running from the front pillars to the rear lights. The top Platinum version has a two-tone body: a black roof with a different color body.
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What about the size? The Murano stays almost the same: 490 cm long (25 cm longer than the Rogue and Ariya), but it’s now 6.6 cm wider and 3.5 cm taller. This gives a little more room inside. The suspension hasn’t changed, but the brakes are bigger: 35 cm in the front, 33 cm in the back. The wheels now start at 20 inches for base models and 21 inches for the top versions. What do you think of these changes?
Engine and transmission — what’s new?
The Murano now comes with a 2-liter turbo engine. Does that sound familiar? It’s the same one used in the Infiniti QX50 and Nissan Altima. The power is down to 241 hp, but the torque is up by 27 Nm, giving you more pull at low speeds. Tired of CVTs? The Murano now has a 9-speed automatic, like the one in the Pathfinder. You can pick between front-wheel or all-wheel drive. Which would you go for?
Technology and multimedia — what improvements?
The Murano was lagging behind in technology, but now that’s no longer a problem. In the SL and Platinum versions, the system is based on Android Automotive. Two 31 cm screens: one in front of the driver, the other on the dashboard for controlling functions. The screen is built under a visor, so sunlight won’t interfere. The multimedia now supports Google Maps, Assistant, Play Store, as well as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wirelessly. Plus, USB-C ports and wireless charging have been added. There’s one downside: climate control is now touch-based, which might be inconvenient if you’re used to finding buttons by feel.
Interior and driver assistance — is it worth attention?
The Murano’s interior has also changed. Now it features Murano Glass trim, which changes color depending on the lighting. Ambient lighting, a panoramic roof, and front seats now come with heating, cooling, and even a massage function. Rear passengers are not left out either: they have seat heating and sunshades on the doors for extra privacy.
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As for driver assistance technologies, there’s ProPilot Assist. In the base SV version, it helps to keep the lane, and in the more expensive SL and Platinum versions, the system uses map data to adjust speed in corners. There’s also the Around View Monitor system, providing a view from eight sides, and the “invisible hood,” which shows what’s happening under the car. This will certainly come in handy if you enjoy outdoor activities or just need to park carefully in tight spaces.
