| Model year | 2009 |
| Make | Nissan |
| Model | Murano |
| Style | SL 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl CVT) |
| Base MSRP | $28,625 |
| Options on test vehicle | Premium Package ($1,000 -- includes Bose audio system with nine speakers and subwoofer, XM Satellite Radio, back-up camera, auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink, foldable cargo organizer, roof rails, 7-inch QVGA color display, retractable cargo cover, auxiliary audio/video inputs behind center console). |
| As-tested MSRP | $29,625 |
| Drive type | Front-wheel drive |
| Engine type | V6 |
| Displacement (cc/cu-in) | 3,498cc (213 cu-in) |
| Block/head material | Aluminum/aluminum |
| Valvetrain | Double overhead camshaft |
| Compression ratio (x:1) | 10.3 |
| Redline (rpm) | 6,500 |
| Horsepower (hp @ rpm) | 265 @ 6,000 |
| Torque (lb-ft @ rpm) | 248 @ 4,400 |
| Transmission type | Continuously variable |
| Transmission and axle ratios (x:1) | Final Drive = 5.173, R = 1.766 |
| Suspension, front | MacPherson strut |
| Suspension, rear | Multilink |
| Steering type | Speed-proportional power steering |
| Steering ratio (x:1) | 18.5:1 |
| Tire brand | Bridgestone |
| Tire model | Dueler H/T 687 |
| Tire type | All-season |
| Tire size, front | P235/65R18 T |
| Tire size, rear | P235/65R18 T |
| Wheel size | 18-by-7.5 inches front and rear |
| Wheel material | Alloy |
| Brakes, front | Ventilated disc |
| Brakes, rear | Ventilated disc |
| 0-45 mph (sec.) | 5.3 |
| 0-60 mph (sec.) | 7.8 |
| 0-75 mph (sec.) | 11.0 |
| 1/4-mile (sec. @ mph) | 15.7 @ 90.8 |
| 0-60 with 1 foot of rollout (sec.) | 7.5 |
| Braking, 30-0 mph (ft.) | 31 |
| 60-0 mph (ft.) | 126 |
| Slalom, 6 x 100 ft. (mph) | 59.1 |
| Skid pad, 200-ft. diameter (lateral g) | 0.74 |
| Sound level @ idle (dB) | 44.1 |
| @ Full throttle (dB) | 72.8 |
| @ 70 mph cruise (dB) | 67.3 |
| Acceleration comments | There's still a lot to like about Nissan's CVT when matched with VQ35 power. Effortless, uninterrupted acceleration is unexpected in a small SUV like the Murano. Overall, very nice. |
| Braking rating | Good |
| Braking comments | Rapid effectiveness, solid pedal throughout -- despite fairly significant increase in stopping distance. Substantial pitch under heavy braking. |
| Handling rating | Average |
| Handling comments | Slalom: DSC always on. Just not quick in slalom testing, the Murano's height and lack of roll stiffness conspire to hurt its performance. Non-defeat stability control can be VERY intrusive as well. Not dangerous, just slow. Skid pad: Significant body roll and "wind up" in suspension reduces control around skid pad. |
| Elevation (ft.) | 421 |
| Temperature (°F) | 81.9 |
| EPA fuel economy (mpg) | 18 city/23 highway |
| Edmunds observed (mpg) | 16.2 |
| Fuel tank capacity (U.S. gal.) | 21.7 |
| Curb weight, mfr. claim (lbs.) | 3,875 |
| Curb weight, as tested (lbs.) | 3,914 |
| Weight distribution, as tested, f/r (%) | 59/41 |
| Length (in.) | 188.5 |
| Width (in.) | 74.1 |
| Height (in.) | 67.0 |
| Wheelbase (in.) | 111.2 |
| Track, front (in.) | 63.3 |
| Track, rear (in.) | 63.4 |
| Turning circle (ft.) | 38.1 |
| Legroom, front (in.) | 43.6 |
| Legroom, rear (in.) | 36.3 |
| Headroom, front (in.) | 40.1 |
| Headroom, rear (in.) | 39.4 |
| Shoulder room, front (in.) | 59.6 |
| Shoulder room, rear (in.) | 58.7 |
| Seating capacity | 5 |
| Cargo volume (cu-ft) | 31.6 |
| Max. cargo volume, seats folded (cu-ft) | 64.0 |
| Bumper-to-bumper | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Powertrain | 5 years/60,000 miles |
| Corrosion | 5 years/Unlimited miles |
| Roadside assistance | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Free scheduled maintenance | Not available |
| Front airbags | Standard |
| Side airbags | Standard dual front |
| Head airbags | Standard front and rear |
| Knee airbags | Not available |
| Antilock brakes | 4-wheel ABS |
| Electronic brake enhancements | Braking assist, electronic brakeforce distribution |
| Traction control | Standard |
| Stability control | Standard |
| Rollover protection | Standard |
| Tire-pressure monitoring system | Tire-pressure monitoring |
| Emergency assistance system | Not available |
| NHTSA crash test, driver | Not tested |
| NHTSA crash test, passenger | Not tested |
| NHTSA crash test, side front | Not tested |
| NHTSA crash test, side rear | Not tested |
| NHTSA rollover resistance | Not tested |
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