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2006 NISSAN MURANO - Photos, Pics, Pricing, Wallpapers, Reviews, Specs UPDATE! NISSAN MURANO GETS UPDATED, 2009 NISSAN MURANO WHAT NISSAN HAS TO SAY ABOUT THIS CAR: Source: Nissan Motors Press Release Murano—sculpted design, seamless power, intelligent utility. Appreciate the aluminum accents of the interior design and architectural front grille. Delight in the responsiveness of Murano's Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT), which seamlessly matches an uncompromised 245-hp with enhanced efficiency. Organize your life with innovative cargo features like near-effortless flip-down seating. Explore the intelligent world of Murano. By selecting from a near-infinite number of ratios, Xtronic CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) keeps your engine in its most efficient range. But what you feel is optimal power. Along with the incredibly smooth ride, acceleration is constant, linear. You feel the rush. Not the shift shock. When climbing hills, Xtronic CVT tailors the output to suit the incline, rather than jumping from gear to gear. An available six-speed manual mode on SE models lets you "shift" for yourself. It might be raining, icy, even snowing, but you're prepared. The All-Wheel Drive (AWD) model, with its superior traction and handling, can help negotiate even the most challenging conditions. And because it's automatic, Murano switches seamlessly between AWD and front-wheel drive, giving you either the optimal control of AWD or the optimal fuel economy* of front-wheel drive. What's more, you can lock in AWD, a definite advantage at lower speeds**, by simply pressing the AWD lock button. Murano is powered by the racing-inspired VQ35DE V6 engine, magically turning oxygen, fuel and technology into a powerplant greater than the sum of its parts, a place where inspiration meets engineering. You see it in the advanced design with weight-saving aluminum. You feel it in the surge of power that comes from years of technological innovations. And you capture it every time your foot touches the pedal. What's the secret behind Murano's power? Something we call VQ technology, which combines the use of precious metals, lightweight materials and race-bred engineering. An aluminum engine block, cylinder heads, and pistons add up to light weight and superior strength. Friction-reducing measures include molybdenum-coated pistons and a microfinished crank and crankshafts, which help the engine operate more smoothly and last longer. And platinum-tipped spark plugs let Murano go 105,000 miles without a tune-up.* View (35k) This advanced rear suspension design features aluminum components for better reaction. A unique lateral link and control rod that helps keep the wheels perpendicular to the road — giving you more tire-to-road contact. So although you'll be hugging the road, you won't feel every bump. And compliant bushings that result in less shock transmitted to the cabin. Murano SE comes with a sport-tuned suspension. It features firmer springs and strut/shock absorbers for an extra-firm, extra-tight ride. Vehicle Dynamic Control* is an advanced system designed to help you stay on your steered path. If your vehicle begins to oversteer (fishtail) or understeer (plow forward), VDC can reduce engine output and/or apply appropriate brake pressure to specific wheels. Traction Control System (TCS) helps limit wheel spin during acceleration or on a slippery surface. This cuts fuel to one or more cylinders, or applies the brakes when needed. Electronic Brake force Distribution helps compensate for times when there's more weight in the rear (cargo, passengers, even a full gas tank) by sending extra force to the rear brakes. Brake Assist — as its name implies — increases braking force, most notably in quick stops. By sensing the speed at which the driver presses the brake pedal, Brake Assist immediately applies maximum available power boost, potentially reducing the overall stopping distance by eliminating the delay in the driver not braking hard enough, soon enough. Letting up on the brake pedal releases Brake Assist. Murano's big, oversized wheels and tires not only give you the commanding height and aggressive look of an SUV, but these standard 18" alloy wheels are beautiful to look at, too. Murano's dramatic front grille design makes an unforgettable statement, while the dark-chrome finish complements any exterior color. When it comes to performance, two chrome exhaust tips protruding from either side of the rear say it all. Murano's engine cover gives a sleek, upscale look to everything under the hood. Named after the elegantly sculpted glass art from the islands near Venice, Italy, the Nissan Murano mirrors the same spirit of innovation in areas such as its styling, Xtronic CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission), and unique storage solutions. Murano's camera lens-style headlights have High Intensity Discharge bi-xenon bulbs. They're brighter than traditional halogens to give you an improved view of the world around you. They're also more visible to other drivers, which helps you avoid accidents. Murano is equipped with LED taillights. On these lights, the illumination speed is 100 times faster than a typical bulb. So when you're braking, the vehicle behind you will be notified quicker. They also consume less power and have a longer life than traditional bulbs. Durable roof rail construction allows you to bring along extra gear, in case you've already filled up the cargo area. Available brushed aluminum on the SE adds to Murano's architectural look. The benefits are obvious — ease of opening and closing. What you can't see is the lightweight composite material that makes up the rear hatch. Save your clothes (and possibly your image) from getting soiled. By completely covering the lower door sill, Murano's door design helps protect your clothes from accidentally brushing up against the side and picking up any remnants of the road. As smart as it is incredibly convenient, simply carry the optional Intelligent Key in your pocket or purse, and it can unlock doors as you open them. And once inside, it will adjust your seat and mirrors and allow you to start up the engine without ever placing a key in the ignition. Engage reverse, and a camera mounted on the rear hatch helps reveal obstacles in your path via LCD color information center. Nissan Murano Press Release: In keeping with this model's "SHIFT_ design" tagline, the Murano pursues new possibilities in SUV styling, focusing on driving performance without being confined to conventional SUV design concepts. Inspired by the theme of "sculpture in motion," the exterior styling expresses SUV strength in the lower body and sport sedan-like openness in the cabin. Models powered by a 3.5-liter V6 engine are fitted with Nissan's XTRONIC CVT-M6 continuously variable transmission with a 6-speed manual shift mode. This combination delivers powerful driving performance, supported by ample torque output, with the vehicle dynamics of a sport sedan. The Murano has received resounding accolades in the North American market, where approximately 80,000 units have been sold since it was rolled out in December 2002. Many customers in Japan have also expressed interest in the Murano following its display as a reference model at the Tokyo Motor Show in October last year. The unique features distinguishing the Murano include:
Origin of the Murano model name The Murano is named after the Italian islands of the same name near Venice, where elegantly sculptured Murano glass is produced. The sensuous beauty and handcrafted warmth of this famous variety of Venetian glass are qualities shared by the Murano. Murano Overview 1. Sculpture in motion The exterior design embodies the theme of "sculpture in motion," with the lower body expressing SUV strength and the cabin projecting the airy openness of a sport sedan. The sharp lines and rich body curves present different expressions as the car moves. The Murano adopts a side blind-spot monitor and outside mirrors, with a downward rearview mirror positioned at the base. These features contribute to the car's smooth, clean design by eliminating the need for the side downward-view mirrors typically mounted on the front fenders of SUVs. The attractive interior blends spacious comfort with a stylish design. Shaped like a rugby ball, the instrument panel allows ample roominess , and the well-coordinated use of genuine aluminum accents conveys functionality and freshness. 2. Premium SUV with 4×4 capability The roomy interior is appointed with a host of premium amenities, enabling occupants in all seating positions to enjoy spacious comfort with a feeling of fine quality. A standard featured 7-inch-wide liquid crystal display monitor, incorporating TV and vehicle information display functions. The side blind-spot monitor uses a high-sensitivity, near-infrared charge-coupled device (CCD) camera embedded in the left-hand outside mirror to eliminate the blind spot near the front end on the left side. Incorporating an infrared LED for nighttime use, this system displays a color image on the navigation system monitor along with white guidelines indicating the vehicle width on the left side and the front-end position. The back-view monitor uses a CCD camera to display a color view of the area behind the car for improved rearward visibility. Besides the color image, this system displays white guidelines indicating the vehicle width and white lines showing the projected rearward path of the car. Another standard appointment on all models is a Bose® audio system that has been tuned specifically for the Murano. Standard features on the 3.5-liter models include genuine leather seats and a DVD-based navigation system supporting Nissan's CARWINGS telematics services. 3. Dynamic performance of a sport sedan One engine choice is the VQ35DE engine that is characterized by its remarkable smoothness and superb power performance in the practical speed range of everyday driving. This engine is paired with the XTRONIC CVT to provide smooth driving performance with excellent fuel economy. A second engine choice is the QR25DE engine that features dramatically improved torque output in the low rpm range. This engine also provides outstanding fuel economy and exceptional driving ease in the practical speed range, including ample passing acceleration. The XTRONIC CVT-M6 with a 6-speed manual shift mode delivers smooth acceleration and improved fuel economy, thanks to its wider gear ratio spread and expanded range of lockup operation. Additionally, the manual shifting feature also enables drivers to enjoy the pleasure of sporty driving. The Murano's suspension system assures responsive handling by responding accurately to steering inputs. In addition, it also provides reassuring driving performance by suppressing body roll during cornering and by minimizing cabin shaking when traveling over bumps in the road and during hard braking. 4. Practicality The large, lockable center console compartment fitted with a sliding armrest has a huge storage capacity of 13 liters, enough space to hold an A4-size notebook personal computer. The air-conditioning system adopts independent temperature controls for the right- and left-side seating positions for added comfort. The Murano boasts one of the widest luggage areas in its class, thanks to its innovative suspension layout that suppresses the inward protrusion of the wheel housings. The luggage area can accommodate four special A-size suitcases (770 x 550 x 260 mm) or five 9-inch golf bags. Even with the tonneau cover closed, it can hold four sets of golf clubs. 5. Safety and environmental performance Front-seat Active Head Restraints and dual SRS airbag systems for the driver and front passenger are among the many standard safety features provided on every model. All Murano models have ultra-low emission vehicle (U-LEV)* certification because they emit 50% fewer nitrogen oxide (NOx) and non-methane hydrocarbon (NMHC) emissions than the levels required by Japan's 2005 exhaust emission regulations. *The low-emission vehicle certification system of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport was inaugurated in April 2000 to encourage the penetration of low-emission vehicles through their selection by ordinary consumers. Following the adoption of the 2005 new long-term exhaust emission regulations in September 2003, the system was revised last October to establish two certification categories. U-LEV certification requires an additional 50% reduction of NOx and NMHC emissions from the levels mandated by the 2005 exhaust emission regulations and SU-LEV certification requires an additional 75% reduction of these exhaust gas constituents. Sales target: 1,000 units/month Dealers selling the Murano: Satio, Prince and Cherry channel dealers of the Nissan Red Stage (including Nissan Red and Blue Stage dealers that handle all models) and Nissan and Motor channel dealers of the Nissan Blue Stage. (Blue Stage start selling on October 29.) OUR TAKE ON THE 2006 NISSAN MURANO: Keeping up with the trends, the Nissan Murano fill the spot of Nissans cross vehicle by offering a compact sport utility vehicle that drives like a sedan. The Murano's unique styling borrows cues from the Maxima and 350Z. The Nissan Murano combines a stylish and low profile SUV look with a sporty suspension and powerful engine. IF YOU LIKE THE MURANO, CHECK OUT THESE VEHICLES: 2006 Dodge Caliber, 2006 Infinit FX, 2006 Acura RDX, 2006 Toyota RAV4 Other Nissan Vehicles you might like to see: 2006 Nissan 350z, 2006 Nissan Armada, 2006 Nissan Altima, 2006 Nissan Maxima, Nissan GTR, Infiniti G35, Infinit M, Infiniti Q RELATED ARTICLES, REVIEWS AND SITES:
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