Is the 2011 Nissan Murano a performance car?

Is the 2011 Nissan Murano a performance car?

The 2011 Nissan Murano isn’t a performance machine, nor is it completely comfort-oriented. But thanks to its city-slick style and a gutsy yet very refined powertrain, the Murano manages to pull off that compromise in a way that will please almost everyone.

What’s the ground clearance on a Nissan Murano?

The Murano’s 7.3-inches of ground clearance is near the bottom of the competitor set, but it does permit for a comfortable step-in and loading height, and still allows the Murano to navigate over most road hazards. LE trims feature quad-cylinder type HID bi-xenon headlamps, while all but the S trim have standard fog lights.

What kind of transmission does the Nissan Murano have?

Nissan’s Murano crossover SUV has always been a step ahead of the competition. It was the first such vehicle to offer a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT), which is a more efficient transmission that maximizes both power and fuel economy.

What’s the price of a 2011 Nissan Murano?

The 2011 Nissan Murano S has a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) starting just north of $29,000; nearly $31,000 with all-wheel drive. The SV runs between $33,000 and $34,500, the SL between $36,500 and $37,850 and a fully-loaded AWD LE with navigation tops out around $44,000.

How many seats does a Nissan Murano have?

The Murano competes in price and size with the Ford Edge, Honda Pilot and Toyota Highlander. It seats five. The Murano comes in four trim levels: S, SL, SV and LE. All four come with front- or all-wheel drive.

The Murano’s 7.3-inches of ground clearance is near the bottom of the competitor set, but it does permit for a comfortable step-in and loading height, and still allows the Murano to navigate over most road hazards. LE trims feature quad-cylinder type HID bi-xenon headlamps, while all but the S trim have standard fog lights.

What kind of transmission does a Nissan Murano have?

Nissan’s familiar 3.5-liter V-6 powers the Murano, producing 260 horsepower and 240 pounds-feet of torque. The transmission is a continuously variable one, called Xtronic, which is one of the most time-proven ones on the market.

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