Nissan Murano
The Nissan Murano is an SUV manufactured by Nissan since December 2002. In Europe it has been available since early 2005.
- 2.1 facelift
- 2.2 Specifications
Murano ( Z50, 2002-2008 )
Nissan Murano (2002-2008)
It was designed Murano Z50 Nissan Design America in San Diego -La Jolla. It was based on the Nissan FF -L platform that also use Maxima and Altima, but had four-wheel drive.
Motor
The Nissan Murano known from other Nissan models 3.5 liter ( VQ35DE ) engine is exclusively (as in Nissan 350Z used ) available. This V6 has 3498 cc displacement and makes the Murano 172 kW ( 234 hp). It has a maximum torque of 318 Nm at 3600 rpm. The engine accelerates the Murano up to 200 km / h The combined fuel consumption is 10.9 l/100 km ( urban area: 14.9; except in the urban environment: 8.6 ) and has CO2 emissions of 261 g / km.
Handling & Braking Systems
The high torque at Murano made in connection with the Xtronic CVT automatic transmission for direct response and the ALL MODE 4X4 - drive system in combination with the ESP system for good traction. The independent suspension on all four wheels of the Murano assigns the model under the crossover category.
Equipment
In Germany only the standard equipment and the special model selection were available. The special edition was distinguished among other things by 20 - inch alloy wheels and built by Nissan in limited edition. Furthermore, the Nissan Murano Z50 decreed, for example, a Bose sound system, automatic climate control up to the rear view camera. The interior of the Murano had a leather upholstery (beige or black), a Bose audio system with seven speakers and climate control. In addition, the rear seats were unklappen manually. As for the exterior was the Murano with 18 " alloy wheels, fitted two separate exhaust pipes and tinted windows. The model was coral in shades of sapphire blue, gold, vesuvius gray, midnight black, orient red and dolphin silver.
Security
Each Murano was equipped with six airbags: two-stage driver and front passenger airbags, side airbags in the backrests of the front seats and head airbags in the roof struts for front and rear passengers. The body design of the Murano ensured a safety in the event of a collision. Thus reinforced, for example, stable steel beams the passenger compartment. Front and rear crumple zones absorb the impact energy thereby. Reduce tubular edge backing in the doors injury in the event of a side impact.
Active front head restraints are an important safety feature in Murano: These are used to counteract the notorious whiplash syndrome, one of the most common injuries in rear-end collisions. The operation of the active headrest based on physical principles. At a rear-end collision of the first body, and shortly thereafter, the head is thrown back before the whole body is thrown back to the front. The pressure exerted by the occupant on the case, the backrest, enables a mechanism that in time moves the headrest upward and forward, so that the subsequent backward movement of the head can be absorbed. In addition, the Electronic Stability Program helps the driver to keep his vehicle in difficult situations under control. If you drive too fast into the corner, so there may be an understeer ( vehicle front breaks out ) are the ( breaks out rear of the vehicle ) oversteer. Through targeted braking of individual wheels electronic stability program prevents fracturing of the vehicle.
In addition, the control of the traction control is handled by the ESP . If a loss of traction at one wheel is detected, the so-called ' Active Brake' differential is activated limited slip. This differential brakes with anti-lock system from the spinning wheel and passes the driving force to the other wheel. Thus, the propulsion is ensured both on the road and in the fields.
The Murano had three braking systems. ABS prevents the wheels from locking and ensures the preservation of the steering stability even during emergency braking, causing the vehicle remains manoeuvrable. The electronic brake force distribution ( EBD) automatically adjusts the braking pressure between the front and rear brakes. So all the wheels are braked perfectly. This is especially useful when you need to carry heavy loads or pulling a trailer. And in the case of an emergency stop the brake assist amplifies the pressure which is applied to the brakes.
Murano ( Z51, since 2008)
Nissan Murano (2008-2010)
In the fall of 2008, the second generation of the Murano came on the market. It is based on the Renault -Nissan D platform. The performance of the 3.5-liter V6 engine has 172 kW ( 234 hp) increased to 198 kW ( 256 hp).
Facelift
In September 2010, the Murano has undergone a facelift, the front has been slightly revised. In addition, the Murano received a new multi-link rear axle among others. In addition, the Murano is the first time offered with a diesel engine which delivers from 2.5 - liter engine 140 kW (190 hp).
At the LA Auto Show 2010, a convertible version of the Murano CrossCabriolet named was presented, which is available since spring 2011.
Rear view
The end of 2011, the Murano was modified a second time. Have been changed in this model care only the tail lights as well as the materials of the surfaces in the interior.
Rear view
Nissan Murano Cross Cabriolet ( since 2011 )